Mari Energies Announces Gas Discovery at Tibri-1 Well in Balochistan

PAKISTAN – Energy

Mari Energies Limited has announced a gas discovery at the Tibri-1 exploratory well, drilled in the Kalchas South Block located in Dera Bugti District, Balochistan.

The Kalchas South Block is operated by United Energy Pakistan Limited (UEPL), which holds a 46 percent working interest. Mari Energies Limited owns a 44 percent working interest, while Dewan Petroleum (Pvt.) Limited (DPL) holds the remaining 10 percent stake.

According to the information shared by the company with the Pakistan Stock Exchange, Tibri-1 is the first exploratory well drilled in the Kalchas South Block. The well was spudded on November 11, 2025, and drilled to a total depth of 7,170 feet. Initial testing of the Dunghan/Sui Main Limestone (SML) formation has yielded encouraging results. The well flowed gas at a rate of 11 million standard cubic feet per day (MMSCFD) at a 64/64-inch choke with a wellhead flowing pressure of 561 psig. At a 32/64-inch choke, the well produced 6.5 MMSCFD of gas with a wellhead flowing pressure of 1,161 psig.

Further testing and evaluation are currently underway to assess the full production potential of the discovery.

The area had remained largely unexplored for an extended period due to security challenges. However, following the acquisition of additional working interest from DPL in July 2023, the joint venture resumed exploration activities in the block. The successful Tibri-1 discovery reflects the joint venture’s renewed commitment to unlocking Pakistan’s domestic hydrocarbon potential and contributing to the country’s energy security.

The discovery is expected to support ongoing efforts to reduce reliance on imported energy and strengthen indigenous gas supplies. – ER News Desk

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