Mari Energies Limited has announced its fourth significant hydrocarbon discovery at the Spinwam-1 exploratory well, located in the Waziristan Block of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). This latest find is in the Lockhart Formation, following previous discoveries in the Samanasuk, Kawagarh, and Hangu formations. ​

Details of the Discovery:

  • Formation: Lockhart Formation​
  • Location: Spinwam-1 exploratory well, Waziristan Block, North Waziristan District, KP​
  • Operator: Mari Energies Limited (55% working interest)
  • Joint Venture Partners: Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) – 35% working interest; Orient Petroleum Inc. – 10% working interest​

Previous Discoveries at Spinwam-1 Well:

  1. Samanasuk Formation: Gas flow rate of 12.96 million standard cubic feet per day (MMSCFD) and approximately 20 barrels per day (bbl/d) of condensate.
  2. Kawagarh Formation: Gas and condensate discovery announced on March 17, 2025. ​
  3. Hangu Formation: Third discovery announced on April 3, 2025, with a gas flow rate of 23.85 MMSCFD and approximately 122 bbl/d of condensate.

The Spinwam-1 well was spudded on May 28, 2024, and drilled to a total depth of 4,400 meters. Well-testing across all target formations has been completed, and further evaluations are underway to fully assess the well’s potential.​

These discoveries significantly enhance Pakistan’s energy prospects, contributing to national energy security and the socio-economic development of the region.​