The prospect is surrounded by the Agulhas Current, a fast-moving flow of warm water where the Atlantic and Indian oceans converge, which can cause massive waves
The logo of French oil giant Total is seen at La Defense business and financial district in Courbevoie, near Paris, France. Picture: REUTERS/CHARLES PLATIAU
But the prospect is surrounded by the Agulhas Current, a fast-moving flow of warm water where the Atlantic and Indian oceans converge, which travels along the country’s east coast and can cause waves the height of a multistorey building. Total says it has found solutions to the problems, but not every explorer has the financial resources or harsh-environment experience of the French oil major.
The French oil major cited repairs needed to the Eirik Raude rig, and its commitment to another contract, as reasons for suspending activity.
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