Angola is expected to once again contribute to the growth of Galp’s average daily production, which stood at 108.1 thousand barrels in the 2nd quarter. Kaombo’s development plan comprises two FPSOs with a combined daily production capacity of 230K barrels. The second FPSO unit is scheduled to start operating as early as next year.

Galp, partner of the consortium for the development of Block 32, informs about the start of production of Kaombo, through the FPSO that will develop the Kaombo North area, located approximately 260 kilometers off the coast of Luanda, in water depths ranging from 1,400 to 1,950 metres.

The development plan of Kaombo comprises two FPSO units, each estimated to produce 115 thousand barrels of oil per day. The second unit, to be allocated to the Kaombo South area, is expected to start operations during 2019.

The FPSOs will be connected to 59 subsea wells and will develop resources from six discoveries made in the central and southern part of Block 32 (Gengibre, Gindungo, Caril, Canela, Mostarda and Louro). Total volumes to be recovered from the fields are estimated at around 650 million barrels of oil.

Angola is seen as a core geography for Galp, where it is present since 1982, with the Kaombo project being considered a key development in the country and an important contributor for the Company’s production growth.

Galp owns a 5% stake in the consortium for the development of Block 32. Total is the operator of the block, holding a 30% interest, with remaining partners being Sonangol P&P (30%), Sonangol Sinopec International 32 Limited (20%) and Esso Exploration & Production Angola (Overseas) Limited (15%).

About Galp

Galp is a publicly held, Portuguese-based energy company, with an international presence. Our activities cover all stages of the energy sector's value chain, from prospection and extraction of oil and natural gas from reservoirs located kilometers under the sea surface, to the development of efficient and environmentally sustainable energy solutions for our customers – whether large industries that seek to increase their competitiveness, or individual consumers that seek the most flexible solutions for their home and mobility needs. We also contribute to the economic development of the 11 countries where we operate and to the social progress of the communities that welcome us. Galp employs 6,389 people.