Essel Group Middle East (EGME) and Simba Energy Inc. has announced the commencement of a 2D seismic survey on Block 2A in Wajir, Kenya.

The survey according to EGME, will encompass an area of around 332 miles and about 248 miles has already been cleared for shooting.

To be performed by AGS Oilfield Services Ltd, the aim of the survey is to pinpoint and assess areas with hydrocarbon potential in Block 2A. The seismic survey will identify the best locations for drilling and also estimate depths and volumes for primary and secondary targets.

Aside the commencement of the seismic survey, EGME has also announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to secure a new skid mounted drilling rig. The AC-VFD rig will be used during the company’s oil exploration activity on Block 2A.

“The work on the seismic survey and the acquisition of this drilling rig is further evidence of the progress we are making in developing our portfolio of oil assets. The testing is ongoing and we remain extremely confident in the prospects for Block 2A. We look forward to working with DNV GL on bringing the rig into operation,” Gagan Goel, the Managing director of EGME and chairman of Simba Energy told RIGZONE.

Anita Fatunji