TAL JV Announces Significant Gas Discovery at Bilitang-1 Well in Kohat
The TAL JV gas discovery from the Lockhart Formation at its Bilitang-1 exploratory well, situated in Kohat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, marks a pivotal moment for Pakistan’s energy sector. This important development was recently announced to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), signaling a boost in local natural gas reserves.
Strategic Partnership Driving Exploration Efforts
Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) confirmed the successful exploration within the partner-operated TAL Block. Consequently, this joint venture, expertly led by MOL Pakistan Oil & Gas Co. B.V. with a 10 percent working interest, highlights a collaborative approach to resource development.
Furthermore, the consortium comprises several key players dedicated to advancing Pakistan’s energy independence. The complete breakdown of stakes is as follows:
- Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL): 30%
- Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL): 30%
- Pakistan Oilfields Limited (POL): 25%
- Government Holdings Private Limited (GHPL): 5%
Bilitang-1 Well: Drilling Success and Promising Results
The journey of the Bilitang-1 well began on August 10, 2025, with drilling successfully reaching a total depth of 4,011 meters true vertical depth (TVD). Subsequently, thorough interpretation of logging-while-drilling and wireline log data confirmed the Lockhart Formation as the primary exploratory target.
Significantly, testing revealed a gas flow rate of 1.37 Million Standard Cubic Feet Per Day (MMSCFD) at a 32/64-inch choke. Moreover, the wellhead flowing pressure registered at 254 psi, indicating robust production potential from the Bilitang-1 well Kohat.
Future Prospects from the TAL JV Gas Discovery
This remarkable discovery is expected to de-risk further exploration potential across the entire TAL Block. Therefore, it opens up new and exciting opportunities for future drilling activities within the region. The companies involved anticipate that this success will pave the way for accelerated natural gas production in Pakistan, bolstering energy security and economic growth.
