Danish authorities have approved an application from Hess and partners Dong E&P and Danoil to extend licence 7/89 by 20 years from the previous expiry in 2027.

The extension will allow the South Arne owners to make long-term investments in the North Sea chalk field, “securing the greatest possible revenues for the state and creating growth and activity in Danish society,” the Danish Energy Agency (DEA) said.

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