energy
March 18, 2026
Ecopetrol announces gas discovery in Colombian Caribbean waters
Petrobras and Ecopetrol confirmed a new natural gas discovery in Colombian Caribbean waters with the Copoazú-1 well, strengthening the country's energy potential...
TL;DR
- Petrobras and Ecopetrol confirmed a new natural gas discovery offshore Colombia.
- The discovery was made with the Copoazú-1 exploratory well in deep waters of the Colombian Caribbean.
- This finding enhances the region's gas potential and contributes to national energy security.
- The drilling operation, initiated on November 11, 2025, adhered to safety and environmental standards.
- Petrobras' participation is part of its long-term strategy to recompose oil and gas reserves.
- Natural gas plays a key role in the energy transition as a source with relatively lower emissions.
- Petrobras and Ecopetrol are committed to offshore activities with respect for local territories and communities.
- The project operates under the GUA-OFF-0 Contract with the National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH).
- Petrobras holds a 44.4% stake and Ecopetrol holds a 55.6% stake in the GUA-OFF-0 Block.