The U.K.-based oil and gas company Aminex Plc. commenced its first gas production from Tanzania’s Kiliwani north natural gas field, the company reported on Wednesday.
According to the company's statement, initial production started from Kiliwani North-1 well (KN-1) earlier in this week, and will transmit natural gas to the country’s Songo Songo processing plant through regional pipeline infrastructure to serve the local power market.
“This is a significant moment for Aminex, its shareholders and Tanzania, and is the culmination of a tremendous amount of hard work by all involved. First gas at Kiliwani North marks the transition of the company from developer to producer in Africa and sets us on the path for growth as we begin to generate cash,” said Jay Bhattacherjee, Aminex CEO.
The company anticipates a capacity of 25-30 million cubic feet of natural gas per day over the next 90-100 days.
Aminex is London-based but Africa-focused oil and gas company which has also operations in Egypt and Moldova.
By Ugur Ertas
Anadolu Agency
ugur.ertas@aa.com.tr