JOURNAL ARTICLE

Gulf of Mexico deepwater discoveries survey shows lean year: Only three new finds were announced over past 12 months.

  • Published In: Offshore, 2025, v. 85, n. 1. P. 14 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Beaubouef, Bruce 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the recent trends in oil and gas discoveries in the Gulf of Mexico, highlighting a significant decline in new finds over the past year. Only three new discoveries were reported, contrasting sharply with eight discoveries in 2023 and reflecting historical fluctuations in exploration activity influenced by factors such as oil prices and investment levels. Notable discoveries include the Ewing Bank 953 well, operated by Walter Oil & Gas and Talos Energy, and a potential large find by Eni in offshore Mexico. The article also mentions ongoing drilling activities and future exploration plans by various companies, including Talos Energy and LLOG. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Offshore. 2025/01, Vol. 85, Issue 1, p14
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Geology
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0030-0608
  • Accession Number:189624691
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