Shell Starts Production at Dover Field in Gulf of Mexico
Shell Offshore Inc., a subsidiary of Shell plc, has commenced production at the Dover field in the Gulf of Mexico, a key milestone that reinforces the company’s leadership in deepwater oil and gas development.
Discovered in 2018, the Dover field is located in Mississippi Canyon, approximately 170 miles southeast of New Orleans, at a water depth of 7,500 feet. Shell holds a 100% working interest in the project, underlining its confidence in the asset’s long-term value.
The development features up to two production wells tied back to Shell’s Appomattox production hub via a 17.5-mile subsea flowline and riser. This marks the second such connection to Appomattox, one of Shell’s premier deepwater assets in the region.
The Dover tieback is expected to reach a peak production of 20,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day. By leveraging existing infrastructure, Shell reduces capital costs and environmental impact, in line with its broader strategy to deliver high-margin, lower-carbon barrels.
“This project exemplifies our deepwater strategy—boosting output from established hubs while keeping emissions in check,” said Colette Hirstius, EVP of Shell’s Gulf of Mexico operations.
The Gulf remains a key region in Shell’s global portfolio, known for its relatively low carbon intensity. Dover’s startup supports Shell’s long-term ambition of net-zero emissions by 2050, while also bolstering U.S. energy supply.
Shell noted that the modular development design at Dover allows flexibility for future expansion, while advanced digital systems and subsea technologies ensure operational safety, efficiency, and minimal downtime.
With the launch of Dover, Shell continues to drive forward its deepwater growth agenda, reinforcing its role as a major player in both U.S. energy security and the global transition to more sustainable fuel sources.
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