On 29 October 2018, Sonatrach signed an agreement with BP & Equinor for the exploration and possible development of unconventional hydrocarbons in the basins in the south west of Algeria. No precise details are yet available on the extent and location of the area(s), except that it is envisaged to continue and extend use of existing field facilities (for example, in the Reggane and Ahnet Basins). BP and Sonatrach had previously conducted technical studies in 2013. Work commitments include a 3D seismic survey and exploration drilling. The agreement comes following the signature of an MoU between the three companies on 26 February 2018, which included identifying new joint opportunities. It has been speculated that the deal has paved the way for Equinor to return to the Hassi Mouina area in the Timimoun Basin. The PSC was awarded to the company (as Statoil) in 2005 and relinquished in 2015. At least four Palaeozoic gas discoveries were made by the company. 
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