Vanoil Energy Ltd. has received the seven month extension to its PCS it requested from the Kenyan Ministry of Energy. This extension extends the contract for Blocks 3A and 3B from September 30, 2012 to April 30, 2013.
The extension allows Vanoil to complete the analysis of 100 sq km of high resolution 3D seismic data designed to geologically pin point its initial drill site location. The mobilization was expected to be completed in early August
2012 and data acquisition to be started mid-August and completed in early-October.
The extension also provides Vanoil adequate time for its consultant, Navigator Resource Consulting Ltd., to technically audit the available drill rigs and complete site preparation and material mobilization.