Quadrant Energy's Roc-2 Appraisal Well Offshore Western Australia Finds Gas

Quadrant Energy’s Roc-2 well offshore Western Australia has encountered gas, partner Carnarvon Petroleum said.

“At around 3,250 metres measured depth, a 10m section of elevated gas readings and moderate fluorescence was observed across a sandstone interbed within the Upper Keraudren, consistent with residual hydrocarbons. Slightly deeper in the well, from around 3,360 metres measured depth, elevated gas readings and minor fluorescence were observed in the Cossigny limestone. This hydrocarbon fluorescence has regional interest because it is the first case of hydrocarbons migrating above and within the Cossigny, and increases the exploration potential of the area,” the company said.  

The primary target for the Roc-2 well is the Caley sands which were gas and condensate charged in Roc-1.  This zone is expected to be cored late August or early September 2016.     

The Roc-2 well is located within the WA-437-P exploration permit in the North West Shelf of Australia. The equity interest holders are: Carnarvon Petroleum 20%; Quadrant Energy (Operator) 80%.