The probe intersected a gas column of more than 450 metres, a positive indication of the gas potential in the area.
Shell Upstream International director Andy Brown said the well added to the company’s existing assets in Malaysia.
“We are expanding and rejuvenating heartlands across our exploration portfolio, including in Brunei, Australia and the Gulf of Mexico,” he said.
More exploration is planned in planned in the area, particularly on offshore Block SK318.
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