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Highlights
Tamboran Resources (ASX:TBN) achieves record flow rate from Shenandoah South well
Beetaloo Basin development advances with multi-well drilling campaign underway
Planned stimulation of extended horizontal section expected within the year
Tamboran Resources Corporation (ASX:TBN) operates within Australia’s energy exploration and production sector and is part of the asx 200 index. The company has reported a new performance milestone from its Shenandoah South operations in the Beetaloo Basin, marking a significant technical achievement in its drilling program.
Record Performance at Shenandoah South
The Shenandoah South 2H sidetrack well has delivered an unprecedented flow rate within the Mid Velkerri B Shale formation. This result follows a sustained testing period that demonstrated steady output and consistent wellhead pressure without the need for operational adjustments.
Technical Aspects of the SS-2H ST1 Well
The well was completed in a lateral section of the shale, incorporating multiple fracture stages. Stimulation activities focused on enhancing matrix connectivity, which contributed to the steady performance observed throughout the extended testing phase. Hydrocarbon composition was dominated by methane with smaller fractions of ethane, propane, and butane, alongside minimal carbon dioxide and nitrogen.
Comparative Basin Performance
Flow data from the SS-2H ST1 well has been compared with earlier wells drilled in the same area and with results from other international dry gas basins. The performance aligns closely with averages observed in large-scale shale developments overseas, underscoring the geological quality of the Mid Velkerri B Shale within the Beetaloo Basin.
Development Plans and Forward Drilling
The company is preparing to stimulate its first extended horizontal section in the Shenandoah South area before the end of the year. This initiative aims to build on the learnings from current and past well results. The broader acreage surrounding Shenandoah South remains a focal point for staged development, with a multi-well drilling program already in progress.
Ongoing Operations in the Beetaloo Basin
The latest campaign includes intermediate drilling on two additional wells, with operations progressing toward a third. Upon completion of these stages, the drilling program will advance to the extended horizontal sections, reflecting the first coordinated multi-well batch drilling effort in the region.
Gas Supply Outlook
Production from the Shenandoah South wells is expected to contribute to supply agreements within the Northern Territory once infrastructure is in place. The planned Sturt Plateau Compression Facility is part of the timeline for bringing first gas to market, subject to weather conditions and final regulatory approvals.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Shenandoah South 2H ST1 well?
It is a sidetrack gas well drilled by Tamboran Resources in the Beetaloo Basin. - Where is the Beetaloo Basin located?
It is an onshore shale gas basin situated in the Northern Territory of Australia. - When will gas sales from the Shenandoah South area begin?
Gas sales are planned following infrastructure completion and regulatory approvals.
