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DGR Energy Turaco

DGR Energy Turaco (operating as DGR Energy Turaco Uganda Limited) is a subsidiary of the Australian-based DGR Global Limited...

The company was established to leverage DGR Global’s international exploration expertise in the African Great Lakes region. DGR Energy Turaco is recognized for its strategic management of the Turaco block, an area historically known for oil and gas shows. The firm is distinguished by its commitment to utilizing modern geophysical techniques to evaluate the commercial viability of this specific block as part of Uganda's second competitive licensing round.

The company provides several specialized services and manages technical operations within the upstream oil and gas sector:

  • Oil and gas exploration: Managing and executing exploration programs within the 637 square kilometer Turaco block in the Albertine Graben.

  • Seismic data acquisition: Conducting new 2D seismic surveys and reprocessing vintage seismic data to identify potential hydrocarbon traps and drilling targets.

  • Geological and Geophysical studies: Performing detailed basin analysis, structural mapping, and petrophysical evaluations to assess the resource potential of the Ntoroko region.

  • Drilling operations management: Planning and overseeing the logistics for exploration drilling projects to test subterranean prospects.

  • Environmental compliance: Conducting Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) to ensure all field activities align with Ugandan environmental laws and international safety standards.

  • Stakeholder engagement: Managing relationships with local communities and government authorities in the Ntoroko District to maintain a social license to operate.

  • National content development: Prioritizing the recruitment of Ugandan nationals and the procurement of services from local companies for civil works and camp management.

  • Regulatory reporting: Working in close coordination with the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) to ensure all work program milestones and license obligations are met.

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