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On 3 November 2026, Aminex PLC announced that ARA Petroleum Tanzania Limited, the operator of the Ntorya gas development, signed a contract with China Petroleum Technology and Development Corporation. The contract is for the supply of the CPTDC Rig 8000 to drill the Ntorya-3 well in Tanzania. Aminex stated it is seeking additional information from the operator regarding the contract and will provide further updates upon receipt.
| Date | 3 Nov 2026 |
| Time | 14:34:00 |
| Category | Corporate updates |
| ID | 6634B |
3 November 2026
AMINEX PLC
("Aminex" or "the Company")
Ntorya - Rig Contract Signed
Aminex is pleased to provide the following update on the Ntorya gas development.
The Company has been advised by ARA Petroleum Tanzania Limited, the operator, that the contract for the drilling of the Ntorya-3 well has been signed with China Petroleum Technology and Development Corporation. The contract is for the supply of the CPTDC Rig 8000 that is currently in Tanzania and was recently contracted to Maurel & Prom for the drilling of three wells on the Mnazi Bay licence.
We are seeking additional information from the operator.
Charles Santos, Executive Chairman of Aminex, commented:
"We are pleased to receive this important news and will provide further information as soon as received."
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Aminex PLC |
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Charles Santos, Executive Chairman |
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Knights Media & Public Relations |
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Anthea Pitt |
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Davy |
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Brian Garrahy
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Shard Capital |
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Damon Heath |
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Axis Capital Markets |
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Richard Hutchison |
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