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VAALCO Energy reports news on its independent oil and gas business, including production, development and exploration activity across an African-focused portfolio. Recurring updates cover offshore Gabon operations at the Etame field and related drilling activity, portfolio developments in Egypt and Côte d’Ivoire, and broader operational results tied to crude oil, natural gas and natural gas liquids sales.
Company announcements also address quarterly earnings releases, conference calls, capital-structure matters, governance updates and capital allocation themes such as dividends and share repurchases. VAALCO’s news flow commonly links field activity, production performance and cash-generation priorities with its multi-country asset base.
VAALCO Energy Inc. (NYSE: EGY) announced the successful drilling of the North Tchibala 2H-ST well from the Southeast Etame North Tchibala platform offshore Gabon. The well encountered nearly 100 meters of gross Dentale pay sands, meeting and exceeding internal expectations. Completion and fracture stimulation of the well are underway, with a stable flow rate anticipated by October's end. Additionally, the Teli Floating Storage and Offloading vessel installation is progressing, with expected completion in early October, enhancing operational capacity and reducing costs.
VAALCO Energy has received approval from the Government of Equatorial Guinea for the Venus - Block P Plan of Development, where it holds an 80% stake. The project is expected to add significant reserves, with 18.5 million barrels of 2P CPR Working Interest reserves. The first development well is set to be drilled in early 2024, targeting production commencement in mid to late 2026, with anticipated output of approximately 15,000 barrels per day. The total estimated cost for the development is around $310 million, projecting a per-barrel cost of $13.40.
VAALCO Energy (NYSE: EGY) announced the departure of Michael Silver, Executive Vice President and General Counsel, to pursue other interests. He will assist during the transition period, particularly in relation to the proposed arrangement with TransGlobe Energy Corporation. Silver has been with VAALCO since November 2018 and played a key role in guiding the company through challenging industry periods. VAALCO operates in West Africa, holding a 63.6% interest in the Etame Marin Block, which has produced over 126 million barrels of crude oil.
VAALCO Energy (EGY) has officially filed and mailed its definitive proxy statement regarding its merger with TransGlobe Energy (TGL). A special meeting for VAALCO shareholders is scheduled for September 29, 2022, to vote on key proposals, including increasing the number of authorized shares and issuing common stock for the merger. The Board of Directors recommends stockholders approve these proposals. CEO George Maxwell emphasized the merger's potential to create a stronger business with improved shareholder returns. The expected timeline for the arrangement is subject to various conditions.
VAALCO Energy announced a special stockholder meeting on August 24, 2022, to vote on a strategic merger with TransGlobe Energy. This arrangement will see TransGlobe become a wholly-owned subsidiary of VAALCO's subsidiary, AcquireCo. The finalized date for the meeting will be announced later. VAALCO operates in West Africa, holding a significant stake in the Etame Marin block, while TransGlobe focuses on oil and gas in Egypt and Canada. This merger aims to enhance VAALCO's operational scale and market access.
VAALCO Energy (NYSE: EGY) reported strong second quarter 2022 results, achieving a net income of $15.1 million ($0.25 per share) and adjusted net income of $30.7 million ($0.52 per share), driven by improved oil prices and production. Adjusted EBITDAX surged 81% to $60.8 million, a record. Average daily production rose 14% to 9,211 NRI BOPD. The company plans to extend its drilling campaign and reported an unrestricted cash balance of $53.1 million. Additionally, a strategic merger with TransGlobe was announced, valued at $307 million, enhancing shareholder returns and growth prospects.
VAALCO Energy declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.0325 per share for Q3 2022, amounting to $0.13 annualized. The dividend is payable on September 23, 2022, to stockholders of record as of August 24, 2022. CEO George Maxwell emphasized the commitment to returning value to shareholders, with plans to nearly double the annualized dividend to $0.25 per share post the strategic combination with TransGlobe Energy. VAALCO operates a premier asset in the Etame block, having produced over 126 million barrels of crude oil, enabling substantial cash returns to shareholders.
VAALCO Energy Inc. (NYSE: EGY) has updated its production guidance due to the underperformance of the South Tchibala 1HB-ST well. The company reports that this well penetrated economically unviable Gamba sand but discovered two Dentale zones. Despite the D1 sand's production falling below expected levels, VAALCO plans to re-evaluate the D9 interval, which holds an estimated 4 to 15 million barrels of oil. Full year 2022 production guidance is lowered by 750 NRI BOPD, now projected between 9,000 and 9,500 NRI BOPD.
VAALCO Energy, Inc. (NYSE: EGY) announced its second quarter 2022 earnings release scheduled for August 10, 2022, after the market close. The company will hold a conference call on August 11, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. Central Time to discuss financial and operational results. VAALCO operates in West Africa, holding a 63.6% interest in the Etame Marin block offshore Gabon, with over 126 million barrels of crude oil produced to date. Interested parties can join via phone or webcast.
VAALCO Energy and TransGlobe Energy have entered into a definitive agreement for a stock-for-stock acquisition valued at US$307 million. VAALCO will acquire each TransGlobe share for 0.6727 of a VAALCO share, reflecting a 24.9% premium. The combined entity will enhance production capacity to 19,100 boepd and reserves of 32 MMboe (1P) and 51 MMboe (2P). VAALCO's stockholders will own 54.5% and TransGlobe's 45.5% of the new company. The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2022, pending shareholder approvals.