Empyrean Energy PLC (AIM:EME, FRA:E1E) has contracted China Oilfield Services Limited (COSL) for a well site survey over the Jade prospect, offshore China.
The company, in a statement, said that it has agreed with COSL the comprehensive scope of the survey which will provide sufficient data to fully assess potential top-hole drilling hazards at the proposed well location and to ensure the rig can be secured safely onsite.
COSL is expected to begin the survey operations in late October.
"The well site survey contract award marks an important and crucial milestone towards conducting of a safe drilling operation in mid-December 2021,” said chief executive Tom Kelly.
“We are thankful to both CNOOC and COSL who both have enabled detailed discussions and timely approval during our planning process. December 2021 is shaping up as an important event in the corporate history of this company."