Kuwait strikes major gas find

KUWAIT: HH the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received on Monday at Bayan Palace Oil Minister and Kuwait Petroleum Corporation Chairman Dr Tareq Al-Roumi, KPC Deputy Chairman and CEO Sheikh Nawaf Saud Al-Nasser Al-Sabah and Kuwait Oil Company CEO Ahmad Jaber Al-Aidan.

During the reception, they briefed HH the Amir on the newly discovered Al-Jazza natural gas field, which is considered an accomplishment in the Kuwait maritime area, recording the highest production rate of a vertical well in the Minagish formation in Kuwait’s history, as part of KOC’s efforts to develop the nation’s hydrocarbon resources. The top officials presented HH the Amir with a commemorative gift on this occasion.

According to a statement released by KPC, this discovery follows a series of successive offshore exploration successes, including the Nokhatha field discovery in July 2024 and the Julaiah field in January 2025, reflecting significant progress in Kuwait’s offshore exploration capabilities. Initial test results from the Jazza-1 well showed exceptional production exceeding 29 million cubic feet of gas per day.

Al-Jazza offshore gas field

The reservoir is characterized by low carbon dioxide levels and is free from hydrogen sulfide and associated water, making it an environmentally and technically rare discovery. The field’s preliminary area is estimated at around 40 sq km, with potential reserves of approximately 1 trillion cubic feet of

gas, These figures are preliminary and may increase with continued exploration in adjacent reservoirs.

Al-Roumi said this discovery represents a strategic milestone within KPC’s and KOC’s 2040 vision to enhance national energy security and boost production capacity. He added that efforts are underway to accelerate the development of offshore fields and integrate them into the production system, supporting economic growth and creating new job opportunities for Kuwaiti talent.

Sheikh Nawaf expressed pride in the achievement, saying these discoveries reflect professionalism of Kuwaiti teams exploring unprecedented frontiers in the oil and gas sector. He added that the findings confirm the high environmental quality of Kuwaiti petroleum, characterized by low emissions, in line with the country’s long-term sustainable energy strategy.

Al-Aidan praised the company’s staff for their efforts in achieving such promising hydrocarbon discoveries, emphasizing that these accomplishments are the result of teamwork, excellence and innovation. He reaffirmed that the company will continue advancing toward development and industry leadership. – KUNA