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Shell invests in Kaikias waterflood to unlock production in Gulf of America

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Shell invests in Kaikias waterflood to unlock production in Gulf of America HOUSTON, Dec. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Shell Offshore Inc., a subsidiary of Shell plc, has taken a final investment decision (FID) on a waterflood project at its Kaikias field in the US Gulf of America…
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  • Shell aims to sustain liquids production at around 1.4 million barrels of oil equivalent per day until 2030

    80% confidence
  • Shell is the leading deep-water operator in the US Gulf of America, where production has among the lowest greenhouse gas intensity in the world

    80% confidence
  • The investment contributes to Shell's aim of maximizing high-margin production and longevity in a core basin to maintain liquids production

    80% confidence
  • Following decision to increase stake in Ursa earlier this year, this additional investment continues to maximize the value of the asset

    80% confidence
  • Waterflood is anticipated to extend the production lifecycle of Ursa by several years

    80% confidence

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