McMoRan targets Blackbeard

摘要

McMoRan Exploration has contracted the Rowan Gorilla IV rig to re-enter and deepen the Blackbeard No.1 ultra-deep exploratory well in South Timbalier Block 168 in the Gulf of Mexico.The rig is on location and drilling operations are expected to start in the coming weeks.McMoRan holds a 26.8% working interest in the Blackbeard prospect,which is part of the Treasure Island ultra-deep play.McMoRan owns approximately 1,888sq km(450,000 gross acres)associated with the ultra-deep play in the Gulf of Mexico.