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Talisman Begins 27-Well Montney Project, Evaluates Duvernay Lease in Q3

Talisman Energy Inc. has reported a third quarter update on its Canadian operations.
EdsonIn the Greater Edson area, the third party deep cut processing plant at Wild River came on stream in late October. Natural gas liquids volumes from this plant are expected to be approximately 5,000 bbls/d net to Talisman (approximately 70% ethane), once the plant reaches full operating efficiency in mid-November. During the quarter, Talisman commenced a horizontal drilling program targeting the liquids-rich Wilrich formation, with three wells drilled and a fourth well currently drilling. Initial rates are encouraging, with one of the wells coming on stream at a restricted rate of approximately 10 mmcf/d with 600-700 bbls/d of liquids. Also in Wild River, Talisman continues to progress its vertical…
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