Harbour Energy PLC (LON: HBR) has been formally appointed operator of the Zama oil project offshore Mexico, following approval by Mexico’s Ministry of Energy (SENER) and agreement from the project’s joint venture partners.
The Zama partnership includes Pemex, Grupo Carso and Talos Energy. As operator, Harbour will lead the next phase of development, with the partners retaining the option to second key personnel into Harbour’s project team as the project advances.
Gustavo Baquero, managing director for Mexico at Harbour Energy, said the appointment reflects strong confidence from both the Mexican government and project partners in Harbour’s capabilities.
“Harbour’s appointment as operator of the strategically important Zama project is a testament to the trust that the Mexican government, including Pemex, places in Harbour and our partners,” he said.
Harbour holds a 32.2% working interest in the Zama field.
