RE: Next stage13 Aug 2021 18:00
Princess
Agree - The well is accessible down to 800+m, with good He shows from 70m all the way down (increasing concentration). log and test those shallower sections would be great, we don't need much, 1 bcf is equivalent to 100 bcf gas fields by revenue, and those are more than economic even offshore UKCS today. Its a "stacked reservoirs" target in Tai - its not just the big fat Karoo deep down.
Supply chain is far and beyond unlike UKCS which they can call out quickly so changing tack quickly might not be easy. I still think with the issue they faced, they are better off drilling later - get a good (oil?) rig for wider borehole with the right mud design etc, close the drill at Tai with hopefully a discovery in the shallower area(s) announced. (imagine if that happens! i can only dream). Reminded me of my own experiences developing oil fields deep in FARC region yonks back and supply chain is far away to help in times of immediate need with drills and workover, except DM don't have to deal with straying bullets and sawn off shotguns pointed to his face. lucky guy.
anyhow, as always, its my speculation, like all of us here while waiting for news. For all its worth, my view might end up down at the rathole and DM might have a smarter / different way forward. DYOR. Have a good weekend all.