Four natural gas wells have been successfully drilled in the Nile Delta as part of an 11-well development program by El Wastani Petroleum Company (WASCO). The news wells are aimed at boosting national output. The progress was reviewed during an inspection visit by Mahmoud Abdel Hameed, Executive Managing Director of the Egyptian Natural Gas Holding Company (EGAS), to verify the execution status of the ongoing drilling and production projects.
According to a statement by the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources (MoPMR), the new wells have shown positive indicators following technical studies, contributing to a broader strategy that includes the recently discovered North El Basant-1 exploratory well, which holds estimated initial reserves of 15–25 billion cubic feet (bcf). Furthermore, the company is preparing to bring the Salma Delta-6 well online, which, alongside a new well from Disouq Petroleum Company (DISOUCO), is expected to deliver a combined production of approximately 19 million standard cubic feet per day (mmscf/d) of natural gas.
During the visit, Hameed reviewed the current drilling plan and future exploration activities supported by modern geological and geophysical studies. He also assessed production increases achieved through re-perforation activities in productive layers. This technical approach allows for the maximization of existing wells and improves asset efficiency without incurring additional investment burdens.
WASCO, a joint venture between the UAE’s Dana Gas and EGAS, continues to expand its footprint in the region following multiple discoveries. This includes the October discovery in the West Qantara area, which reinforces the Nile Delta’s status as a critical hub for Egypt’s natural gas security. Hameed’s oversight ensures that these technical milestones align with the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources’ strategic goals for sustainable production.