The company encountered about 377ft of net gas pay in the Acme West-1 well and 184ft of net gas pay in the Acme West-2 well.

The exploration discovery wells, located in the WA-205-P permit area, were drilled in 3,035ft of water.

The company drilled the Acme West-1 well to a total depth of 15,558ft, while Acme West-2 was drilled to 14,590ft.

Chevron Australia operates the WA-205-P permit with a 67% interest, while Shell Development (Australia) holds the remaining interest.