Shapefiles for Prospects

This year, polygons for P90, Base (Mode), and P10 must be submitted for all prospects included in an APA application. For discoveries and leads it is sufficient to submit one polygon for Base (Mean).

For more information, see page 5 in the Guide to Application 

Applications for Additional Acreage

A clarification has been made in the application guide regarding applications for additional acreage. Only a production licence can apply for additional acreage. If a unit (BAA) wants more acreage with the same ownership interests as in the unit, a new licence must be applied for. 

For more information, see page 7 in the Guide to Application 

DST Cost-Benefit Analysis

This year, all APA applications must include an overall cost-benefit analysis of the need for Drill Stem Test (DST) to reduce uncertainty around reservoir and flow properties. 

For more information, see page 16 in the Guide to Application