As of early June 2019, industry sources have suggested that Equinor is expected to sign a deal with Sonangol for an operator interest in the Kwanza Basin Block 5/06. Very little detail is available however, in June 2018, Equinor and Sonangol E.P., signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at developing greater cooperation in the areas of management, logistics, financial, scientific research, development and operations within the oil sector. The MOU included areas where Equinor would collaborate regarding exploration (Block 5/06 and Block 18/15).   Although unconfirmed, it is expected that the partnership in the block will be Equinor holding a 50% operator interest and Sonangol holding the remaining 50% stake.
Equinor is reportedly in line to sign with Sonangol for operatorship of the latterâs so far wholly-owned block 5/06 (5700kmÂ²) (presumably 50:50).