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Iraq Business
2 days ago
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- Iraq Business
Gulf Keystone Maintains Production Guidance Amid Regional Tensions
By John Lee. Gulf Keystone Petroleum (LSE: GKP) provided an operational and corporate update ahead of its AGM on Friday, reaffirming its 2025 production and financial guidance despite regional uncertainties. CEO Jon Harris reported strong performance so far this year, with gross average production of approximately 44,900 barrels of oil per day (bopd) supported by steady local demand and optimisation efforts. The company paid a $25 million [approx. IQD 32.5 billion] interim dividend in April and remains debt-free with $100 million [approx. IQD 130 billion] in cash as of 19 June. Regarding exports, Gulf Keystone continues to engage with government stakeholders to resume oil exports through the Iraq-Türkiye Pipeline (ITP). The company emphasised the need for agreements on payment guarantees, repayment of outstanding receivables, and preservation of contract terms before any restart. Full statement from GKP on Friday: 2025 AGM Operational & Corporate Update Ahead of today's 2025 Annual General Meeting ("AGM"), Gulf Keystone, a leading independent operator and producer in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, provides an operational and corporate update. Jon Harris, Gulf Keystone's Chief Executive Officer, said: " We are looking forward this morning to welcoming GKP shareholders to our 2025 AGM. The Company has performed well in the year to date, with robust local sales demand enabling gross average production of c.44,900 bopd, supporting continued free cash flow generation and an interim dividend of $25 million paid in April. "Looking ahead, our 2025 annual guidance is unchanged. While we have seen no material impact on Shaikan Field operations to date, we are closely monitoring the developing conflict between Israel and Iran. We are also continuing to engage with government stakeholders regarding an exports restart solution. While there remains no timeline, we are hopeful of ultimately reaching an agreement." Operational & Financial Strong safety track record, with Zero Lost Time Incidents for over 880 days Gross average production of c.44,900 bopd in 2025 year to date (to 18 June 2025): Production supported by robust local market demand and optimisation initiatives offsetting field declines and well maintenance Realised prices have remained at around $27-$29/bbl this year despite the recent fluctuations in Brent price Continued disciplined capital expenditures and strict cost control have supported free cash flow: $25 million interim dividend paid in April according to the Company's announced approach of semi-annual dividend reviews; the next Board review is expected around the Half Year Results in August Debt-free balance sheet, with cash of $100 million as at 19 June 2025 Outlook 2025 operational and financial guidance 2025 gross average production guidance unchanged at 40,000 - 45,000 bopd: The planned PF-2 shutdown, expected to last c.3 weeks, has been deferred from Q4 2025 to Q2 2026, to support production and provide greater work programme flexibility The Company continues to carefully manage natural field declines and production rates on certain wells constrained by water and gas Production guidance remains subject to local market demand 2025 net capital expenditure and cost guidance unchanged: Expect c.$20 million net capex on PF-2 safety upgrades and maintenance, with the majority of the required equipment purchases and activity taking place in 2025 despite the deferral of the facility shutdown to Q2 2026, and $5-$10 million on production optimisation initiatives Continue to review plant initiatives to enhance production and improve reliability, including water handling Operating costs guidance of $50-$55 million and other G&A expenses guidance below $10 million unchanged Kurdistan exports GKP continues to engage with government stakeholders regarding a solution to enable the restart of Kurdistan crude exports through the Iraq-Türkiye Pipeline The Company remains ready to resume oil exports provided we have agreements on payment surety for future oil exports, the repayment of outstanding receivables and the preservation of current contract economics (Source: Gulf Keystone Petroleum)
Iraq Business
14-04-2025
- Business
- Iraq Business
US, KRG discuss Reopening Oil Export Pipeline
By John Lee. The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) Prime Minister Masrour Barzani and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a telephone conversation on Friday to discuss regional developments and bilateral relations. During the call, Secretary Rubio emphasised the strong partnership between the United States and the Iraqi Kurdistan Region in expanding business opportunities, promoting regional stability and strengthening democracy. Both leaders agreed on the importance of immediately reopening the Iraq-Türkiye Pipeline (ITP), which they deemed crucial for protecting past US investments and attracting future investment to the region. The pipeline is a key route for oil exports from the Kurdistan Region. Secretary Rubio expressed America's appreciation for the Kurdistan Region's role as a safe haven for ethnic and religious communities and its contribution to maintaining stability and security in the region. The conversation concluded with both sides agreeing to maintain contact and coordinate efforts to protect common interests, whilst continuing to strengthen the friendship and alliance between the Kurdistan Region and the United States. (Sources: US State Dept; KRG)
Iraq Business
27-02-2025
- Business
- Iraq Business
Washington, Baghdad agree on need to Reopen Oil Pipeline
By John Lee. The United States and Iraq have agreed on the need for Iraq to become energy independent, and to quickly reopen the Iraq-Türkiye Pipeline (ITP), which can transport oil from Northern Iraq and Iraqi Kurdistan to the Turkish port of Ceyhan. In an announcement following US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's call with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shiaa al-Sudani on Tuesday, the State Department added that the two agreed on the need for Iraq to honor contractual terms for U.S. companies working in Iraq to attract additional investment Full statement from US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce: Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shiaa al-Sudani today. The Secretary and Prime Minister Sudani discussed the U.S.-Iraq strategic partnership and the importance of Iraq's stability and sovereignty. The Secretary and Prime Minister also discussed reducing Iran's malign influence and continuing efforts to prevent ISIS from resurging and destabilizing the broader region. The two agreed on the need for Iraq to become energy independent, to quickly reopen the Iraq-Türkiye Pipeline, and to honor contractual terms for U.S. companies working in Iraq to attract additional investment. The Secretary reaffirmed the importance of Syria not becoming a haven for terrorism or posing a threat to its neighbors. The Secretary and Prime Minister committed to continuing to consult on issues in the region and to advance the U.S.-Iraq security partnership. (Source: US State Dept)
