Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL), a national leader in oil and gas exploration and production, proudly announces a remarkable discovery of gas and condensate from its exploration well Pateji X-1 in the Shah Bandar Block, District Sujawal, Sindh. This achievement is the third consecutive hydrocarbon discovery in the Shah Bandar Block under PPL’s operatorship, solidifying the company’s legacy of delivering consistent results and contributing to Pakistan’s energy security.
PPL operates the Shah Bandar Block with a 63% working interest (WI) alongside its esteemed joint venture partners: Mari Petroleum Company Limited (32% WI), and Sindh Energy Holding Company Limited and Government Holdings (Private) Limited (each holding 2.5% WI).
The well was drilled and tested leveraging PPL’s extensive indigenous technical expertise, a testament to the company’s unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence. After thorough geological and geophysical evaluations, Pateji X-1 was spud on October 11, 2024, and successfully drilled to a depth of 2,475 meters (measured depth) to target the hydrocarbon potential in the Upper Sands of the Lower Goru Formation.
Drilling results, coupled with state-of-the-art wireline log data, confirmed the presence of hydrocarbon-bearing zones. During testing, the well demonstrated an encouraging flow rate of 11.7 MMscfd gas and 198 barrels per day (bbl/d) of condensate under a wellhead flowing pressure of 2,578 psig at a 32/64” choke from the Lower Goru Upper Sands (D-Sand).
This discovery highlights PPL’s robust operational capabilities and reflects its dedication to harnessing Pakistan’s indigenous resources for sustainable energy development. The addition of these hydrocarbon reserves will not only strengthen the country’s energy infrastructure but also help mitigate the ongoing energy crisis, reduce reliance on expensive energy imports, and conserve vital foreign exchange reserves.
PPL remains steadfast in its mission to drive national energy self-sufficiency through responsible exploration and production. This milestone underscores the company’s position as a trusted and dynamic leader in Pakistan’s energy sector.