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The Arcadia-28 well has delivered an initial output of approximately 2,500 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boe/d), confirming the presence of a high-quality reservoir. The field has been brought into production using existing infrastructure, enabling a fast-track development timeline
Agiba Petroleum Company, the joint venture between the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation (EGPC) and Italy’s Eni, has commenced production from the newly discovered Arcadia West field in Egypt’s Western Desert.
According to a statement by the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, the discovery is part of the ministry’s broader strategy to boost domestic oil and gas production and reduce reliance on imports.
The Arcadia-28 well has delivered an initial output of approximately 2,500 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boe/d), confirming the presence of a high-quality reservoir. The field has been brought into production using existing infrastructure, enabling a fast-track development timeline.
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The discovery follows a recent find at the nearby Iris field, which continues to produce around 7,500 boe/d. Both fields are located in areas already under production, allowing for quicker integration and operational efficiency.
