Matra, an oil and gas exploration and production company, has reported indications of water influx at a well in the Sokolovskoe field in Russia. The influx is coming from behind the liner and is possibly from the higher Franski zone, the firm said. As a result of the findings, the workover rig has restarted operations, undertaking preparatory work to determine whether the water zone can be used as pressure support. There were also no signs of depletion at the well. Managing director Peter Hind said: "Progress has been made on resolving the issues around the well and this has allowed us to recommence operations with the workover rig."Separately, we continue to move forward with our plans to drill Well-14 and commission a 3D seismic survey. We are currently considering a number of financing options, with the best interests of shareholders in mind."The share price fell 2.63% to 0.93p by 08:33.NR