Hong Kong-listed CNOOC Limited has brought on stream its Wenchang 16-2 oilfield development project in the western Pearl River Mouth basin, offshore China.

The development mainly leverages the adjacent existing facilities of the Wenchang oilfields, with addition of a new jacket platform integrating functions such as oil and gas production, offshore drilling and completion operations as well as personnel accommodation. The asset is in an average water depth of approximately 150 metres.

The operator said that Wenchang 16-2 is anticipated to achieve plateau production of some 11,200 barrels of oil equivalent per day of light crude and gas in 2027. A total of 15 development wells is planned to be commissioned.

CNOOC Limited holds a 100% operated interest in the project.