Malampaya first well almost done

Following the start of drilling operations for Malampaya Phase 4 (MP4), the Department of Energy (DOE) announced that the first development well is expected to be completed by next month.

- By GABRIELL CHRISTEL GALANG

Demujin F. Antiporda, DOE Energy Resource Development Bureau (ERDB) director, stated that the Camago-3 well, being drilled by the 7th Generation Drillship Noble Viking, will be the first to finish.

“The drilling of the Camago-3 is estimated to be completed by the end of July or early August of 2025. We will have the result [by then],” he said.

According to Antiporda, the remaining drilling activities for Malampaya East-1 and Bagong Pag-asa 1 are anticipated to conclude in November.