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Drill Results

Sonoro Energy secures rig for Countess well drilling

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Executive Summary

  • Sonoro Energy Ltd. has secured the Star Valley drilling rig 102 to commence drilling on its Countess well in Alberta.
  • Drilling operations are scheduled to begin by or before August 21, with an estimated duration of one week to reach total depth.
  • The well targets Mississippian-aged carbonate formations at an estimated depth of approximately 3,500 feet.

Key Details

  • Well Location: Countess well, located at 04-15-19-15 W4, approximately 10 kilometres west of Brooks, Alberta.
  • Operator Interest: Sonoro is the operator and holds a 100-per-cent working interest in the project.
  • Strategic Outcome: By drilling the Countess well, Sonoro will earn a 100-per-cent interest in 3.5 sections of prospective leases currently held by Badlands Resources.
  • Target Formation: Mississippian-aged carbonate formations.
  • Estimated Depth: Approximately 3,500 feet.
  • Timeline: Rigging up expected prior to the end of the week; drilling expected to commence by or before Aug. 21; total depth expected in approximately one week.
  • Rig Specifications: Star Valley drilling rig 102, a Super Single trailer style rig with 680-horsepower and a 5,000-psi circulating system.

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