- US Geographical Survey (USGS): African east coast could contain 8 billion bbl oil, 206.6 trillion cubic feet of natural gas, and 6.5 billion barrels of Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) at water depths (WD) >100m
- Mozambique and Tanzania main areas of discovery (WD 300-2,500m)
- Currently 4 ultra-deepwater drillships stationed in Mozambique and Tanzania; 17 potential requirements
- Potential shortfall of up to 2 units between now and 2015
- Sound regulatory frameworks and infrastructure yet to be implemented
by Alexander Wilk // 6 September, 2013
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