Shell Oil Schedules Offshore Bulgaria Test In Black Sea

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Bulgaria

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An exploration well has been scheduled by Houston-based Shell Oil Co. in an offshore Bulgaria block in the Black Sea. The #1-14 Khan in the Kubrat Block has a planned depth of 1,300 m. Partners in the project are Repsol YPF and Woodside Petroleum Ltd. Exploration in the offshore area is part of an effort by the country to end its dependence on Russian gas. Nearby drilling is underway in a neighboring block by Total and partners OMV and Repsol.