Bacchus

Location and Water Depth

The Bacchus oil field is situated in block 22/6c ALL, in shallow water in the UK North Sea. The water depth at this location is approximately 299 feet.

Ownership and Operation

The field is owned by a consortium that includes APA (Apache Corporation), HitecVision, and Waldorf Production. It is operated by Apache North Sea Ltd (ANSL), a subsidiary of Apache Corporation.

Production Details

• The Bacchus field has been in production and has recovered 99.44% of its total recoverable reserves as of the latest data.
• Peak production was achieved in 2013.
• Based on economic assumptions, production is expected to continue until the field reaches its economic limit in 2027.

Operational Overview

Apache North Sea Ltd, the operator, provides a range of services including production, exploration, development, and exportation of oil and gas. The company also operates other fields in the region, such as Beryl, Nevis, Skene, Nevis South, and Buckland, and holds interests in the Maclure, Nelson, and Forties fields.

Field Characteristics

• The field is a conventional oil field, indicating it involves traditional oil extraction methods.
• Given its location in shallow water, the field likely benefits from relatively easier access and operational conditions compared to deeper water fields.

Economic and Strategic Significance

• The Bacchus field is an important asset for the owners, contributing to the UK's oil production.
• The continued operation until 2027 suggests it remains economically viable despite the high recovery rate of its reserves.