The Whale project, part of Shell's Gulf of Mexico portfolio, achieved a final investment decision in July 2021 and involves cutting-edge energy-efficient gas turbines and compression systems.
The FPSO is expected to achieve an initial production rate of approximately 220,000 barrels per day over the first half of the next year as additional wells are brought online.
Carbon Catalyst, the original licensee, has completed the farmout of a 10% working interest to Wintershall Dea, marking the latter's second venture into a UK CCS project.
Recognized for its remote location, challenging conditions, and ultra-deep waters, this site is of strategic importance for future energy operations in the region.
The Wei-1 well, located approximately 124.3 miles (200 kilometers) offshore from Georgetown, Guyana, has yielded a total of 114 feet (35 meters) of net pay.
The trading update for the quarter ended on September 30 also highlighted group revenue for the first nine months of the year at $4.46 billion, representing a growth of 13%.
The current 'first-come, first-served' system will be replaced with stringent measures to expedite connections for viable projects while addressing obstacles posed by stalled or speculative developments.
