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The Integrated Gas to Power Project also includes the Nam Con Son Pipeline, which is the world’s longest two-phase pipeline, and the Phu My 3 Electric Power Plant. As part of the deal TNK-BP will also acquire 32.7% and 33.3% stakes in these projects, respectively, pending lender and government approval. Maxim Barskiy, Deputy Chairman of the Management Board, TNK-BP, commented: "As Vietnam’s largest in-country gas producer, Block 06.1 plays an important role in meeting the country’s growing energy needs. As operator, TNK-BP will ensure best-in-class efficiency of operations, while at the same time keeping HSE as a top priority. Our company sees Vietnam as a very prospective market and will continue to review opportunities for deepening our presence in the country.” TNK-BP is Russia’s third largest oil company, 50% held by BP and 50% held by the AAR Consortium (Alfa Group, Access Industries, and Renova). TNK-BP also owns close to 50% of another Russian oil and gas company, Slavneft. TNK-BP accounts for approximately 16% of Russia’s production (including its share of Slavneft). SEC proved reserves (life of field basis) were 8.794 billion boe as of December 31, 2010. In October 2010, TNK-BP and BP announced a deal, by which TNK-BP would acquire BP’s stakes in upstream, pipeline and electricity assets in Vietnam and Venezuela for a total of $US 1.8 billion. The companies closed the Venezuela portion of the deal in June 2011. TNK-BP |