The Brulpadda find, with reserves estimated at about 1 billion barrels of oil, is located in deep waters around 175 kilometers from South Africa’s coastline. It could be enough to supply South Africa’s refineries for almost four years and be a major boost for the country’s struggling economy.
When Total returned for a second attempt in December, with the Deepsea Stavanger rig to finish a well, it employed previously unused engineering techniques. While rigs are usually carefully stabilized in the water by thrusters as drilling takes place, Total further secured the platform with a tug boat to provide support.Total had to cancel an initial drilling attempt in 2014. The highly anticipated attempt had to be abandoned because of mechanical failures caused by the rough environment.
The French oil major cited repairs needed to the Eirik Raude rig, and its commitment to another contract, as reasons for suspending activity. “Total deployed a suitable rig for the operation and a sophisticated weather forecasting system, coupled with the presence of an on-site specialist, in order to more accurately assess prevailing weather and ocean conditions,” Fayemi said.
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Ha ha... More loot to be plundered by the ANC
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Richard_Spoor If nothing else theres some beautiful red steenbras in that area
Is squirrel paying Maverick to write this Bulldust? First attempt 2014 now overcome due to on site specialist and stand by tug boat....🤣🤣
White conspiracy, we’ll use a pick and shovel and dig it out. Give us our oil.
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