RE: O&G update20 Nov 2019 10:55
Bahamas Petroleum (LON:BPC) – MSA signed with Baker Hughes ahead of 2020 drilling campaign
Share price: 1.9p, Market Cap: £40.6m
In August 2019, following extensive technical discussions and mutual due diligence, BPC received proposals (including pricing) for a range of well-related equipment, including wellheads and tubulars, for the intended drilling 2020 campaign.
At that time, and as previously announced, BPC issued a notice of award to Baker Hughes for provision of that equipment, as a precursor step to a detailed contract as is customary in the industry.
Following a further period of negotiation and collaborative work, BPC has now entered into a Master Services Agreement ("MSA") with Baker Hughes for the provision of specified equipment.
Further to the MSA entered into, BPC has now also placed a first purchase order with Baker Hughes , for a wellhead set, a contingency well head set, and 36" conductor casing.
The wellhead set is being manufactured to order for BPC's intended well, and delivery is expected in a timeframe consistent with the current drilling schedule.
Conclusion: In ordering these high value, long-lead items, along with the other multiple work streams ongoing, management is taking demonstrative steps to ensure the company remains on track for drilling to commence as per its previously announced drilling schedule.