RE: Cards close to chest16 Jul 2019 17:39
I believe these vessels can do 1,000 ft per day or there abouts. The zone for Jethro is around 3,500m so probably around 11,500 feet to depth hence 11-12 days. The casing would go down with the drill I think and takes a bit longer but they are taking core samples on the way down which could maybe allow drilling somewhat. But even doing this evry 500feet is 22 cores so no more than extra day or two I'd guess.
While the weekend might be too soon I think Tullow would dearly like to announce ay their half year presentation as it will be heavily on analysts minds. Gil had am sure mentioned 20 days in previous interviews.
They took time getting everything set for the spud so should be in good shape.
Massive drill for ECO, almost incomprehensible.