Madagascar: Seismic under way on Ambilobe

Sterling Energy announced on 27 April that CGG Services SA had begun acquiring 1,250 km² of 3D seismic over a high-graded portion of the Ambilobe block off the northwest coast of the island. Completion is expected within 45-50 days. Pura Vida Mauritius, which completed a farm-in to the block in December 2013, is covering the costs of the survey. The Ambilobe PSC, awarded in 2004, is in phase 2 of the exploration period with all minimum work commitments completed. Sterling and Pura Vida each hold a 50% interest, with Sterling as operator.