Rising Pump Speeds and Reservoir Pressure Risks Ahead for TMK’s Gurvantes Project
TMK Energy’s LF-07 pilot well at the Gurvantes XXXV Coal Seam Gas Project is producing over 100 cubic metres of gas daily, driving a doubling of total pilot well output since recent drilling. This milestone sets the stage for further production increases as reservoir management advances.
- LF-07 well achieves over 100m³/day gas production at minimal pump speeds
- Total gas output from seven pilot wells has doubled in two weeks
- Pump speeds to increase at surrounding wells LF-04 and LF-06 based on new reservoir data
- Reservoir pressure expected to decline, boosting gas flow rates further
- Pilot project progressing toward record monthly gas production
Strong Early Production from LF-07
TMK Energy Limited has reported encouraging progress at its Gurvantes XXXV Coal Seam Gas Project, with the LF-07 pilot well now producing more than 100 cubic metres of gas per day. Remarkably, this output has been achieved without increasing the minimum pump speeds, suggesting the well’s location and reservoir characteristics are highly favourable.
Gas production began just six days after LF-07 was brought online on August 30, 2025, underscoring the well’s strategic placement within the pilot project. This rapid ramp-up has positioned LF-07 as one of the highest producing wells among the seven currently in operation.
Data-Driven Reservoir Management
With key reservoir data now collected from LF-07, TMK plans to incrementally increase pump speeds at nearby wells LF-04 and LF-06. This approach aims to optimize gas extraction by carefully managing reservoir pressure, which is forecast to decline toward the critical desorption pressure that facilitates gas release from coal seams.
Dougal Ferguson, TMK’s Chief Executive Officer, highlighted that the data gathered has already been integrated into an updated reservoir management plan. This plan will refine production forecasts and help establish type curves for future wells, improving the company’s ability to predict production timelines and volumes.
Doubling Pilot Production and Future Outlook
Since completing drilling and workover operations two weeks ago, total gas production from all seven pilot wells has doubled, a significant operational milestone. While current production levels remain below commercial scale, the steady increase demonstrates the project’s technical viability and the potential for scaling up.
Looking ahead, TMK expects that as pump speeds increase and reservoir pressure drops further, gas flow rates will continue to rise. The company anticipates setting new monthly production records in the near term, signaling positive momentum toward commercialisation.
Overall, the LF-07 well’s performance and the broader pilot project’s progress provide a strong foundation for TMK Energy’s next phase of development at Gurvantes XXXV.
Bottom Line?
LF-07’s strong start and doubling pilot output hint at a promising path toward commercial coal seam gas production.
Questions in the middle?
- How quickly will increased pump speeds at LF-04 and LF-06 translate into higher gas volumes?
- What timeline does TMK foresee for reaching commercially significant production levels?
- How might reservoir pressure trends affect long-term sustainability of gas flows?