RE: My first post3 Jul 2025 16:58
Don’t worry all the issues are being worked on:
planned drilling campaign at the Chuditch gas field is now scheduled to begin in the first half of 2026, rather than mid-2025 as originally hoped.
Current Status of the Chuditch-
• Delay announcement: In mid‑June 2025, Sunda confirmed that logistical and rig‐contract issues have postponed the operation to early 2026 .
• Why the delay:
• No suitable offshore rig contract was finalized in time  .
• Critical support infrastructure (e.g., helicopters capable of operating 200 nmi offshore) didn’t meet safety standards ..
• Revised rig contracts and final environmental permits (expected Q3 2025)
• Funding in place.
• Environmental approvals in progress with final permit expected very soon.
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Summary
• 🛑 Drilling has been pushed to early 2026 due to logistical delays.
• 📅 Environmental permit expected by Q3 2025, PSC extension likely.
• 🎯 Rig and support service contracts currently being finalised.
Let me know if you’d like a breakdown of the risks, funding details, or updates on the PSC extension!