CNOOC starts up incremental Weizhou oil project offshore China

Nov. 28, 2017
CNOOC has started production from the Weizhou 12-2 oil field Phase II project in the South China Sea.

Offshore staff

HONG KONG– CNOOC has started production from the Weizhou 12-2 oil field Phase II project in the Beibu Gulf in the South China Sea.

Water depths average around 35.7 m (117 ft).

Development, which is linked to existing facilities on the Weizhou 12-2 oil field, called for construction of a wellhead platform.

Seven wells are currently in service, producing around 6,400 b/d. CNOOC expects to attain peak production of 11,800 b/d during 2018.

The company operates Weizhou 12-2 oil field Phase II with a 100% interest.

11/28/2017