PTTEP gets ready to return Bongkot natural gas field next year

“As per concession requirements, the concessionaire must return assets related to petroleum exploration, production, storage and transportation back to the government once the concession expires without any charges," he explained.

He said PTTEP has also agreed to fund the demolition of the Bongkot natural gas field.

"The government has conducted a feasibility study on the Bongkot field to see if it can help maintain energy stability and if it is in the national interest,” he added.

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