The 7121/9-1 well, located in PL518, failed to encounter reservoir sands in either of the target Lower Cretaceous or Upper Jurassic horizons.

According to the company, the well will now be drilled to total depth following which it will be logged before being plugged and abandoned.

Valiant Petroleum holds a 10% stake in the prospect, and its partners are Dong (operator, 40%), North Energy (30%) and Front Exploration (20%).