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Ukraine’s state-owned energy giants, Ukrgazvydobuvannya and Ukrnafta, have successfully completed the drilling of a new gas well as part of a strategic effort to boost domestic energy production.
The well reaches a depth of 5,681 meters and marks a significant milestone in the internal cooperation between the two subsidiaries of the Naftogaz Group, according to Naftogaz press service on April 15.
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Under this partnership, Ukrgazvydobuvannya provided the drilling equipment and technical expertise, while Ukrnafta will manage the long-term extraction and operation of the site.
The well is currently in the completion phase, and the drilling equipment is being prepared for a series of future projects. The companies plan to drill a total of eight new wells throughout 2026 to further increase the national gas supply.
"Already for 2026, an additional 8 new wells are planned in such cooperation. Synergy between the group's companies allows for more efficient use of resources and speeds up the implementation of projects that provide a concrete result," stated Naftogaz head Sergii Koretskyi.
Yurii Tkachuk, Director General of Ukrgazvydobuvannya, emphasized that the collaboration is a vital part of the group's growth. He noted that providing technical services and utilizing the drilling fleet to increase hydrocarbon production is a strategically important development direction within Naftogaz.
The Naftogaz Group is actively expanding its production capacity beyond its current onshore projects, as seen with the recent completion of the 5,681-meter well. On March 16, it was reported that Naftogaz had entered early-stage discussions with Romania’s OMV Petrom to form a strategic partnership for developing offshore gas reserves.
This potential collaboration focuses on a promising field where geological data, including 2D and 3D seismic surveys, is already available. By seeking advanced deep-water extraction technologies from Western partners, the company aims to unlock significant energy potential that could eventually strengthen regional energy security across Europe.
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