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May 26, 2021 | 12:05 am
The block is situated in the Tumbes Basin offshore Northwest Peru.
In its disclosure, Manuel V. Pangilinan-led PXP said that Karoon Energyâs unit KEI Sucursal del Peru, the operator of the block, was supposed to drill a second well during the third exploration phase, as stated in its contract.
If the well is not drilled during this time, KEI must continue drilling activities until the fourth period of the exploration phase.
KEI is also required to pay Pitkinâs participating interest of 25% in all expenses incurred until the second well is completed.
âKEI is in breach of its obligations to Pitkin by not entering into the [fourth exploration phase],â PXP said.
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