Production at Pikka phase 1 is expected to increase gradually, with the goal of reaching a plateau of about 80,000bpd. Santos has completed the first loading of crude oil cargo from the Pikka phase 1 development located on Alaska’s North Slope, marking the start of commercial exports from the project. The Australian energy company operates the Pikka project with a 51% interest, while Repsol holds the remaining 49%. “The Pikka phase 1 project has demonstrated Santos’ capability to develop this world-class resource safely, responsibly and efficiently. During the commissioning phase, output is expected to be intermittent and will ramp up over several weeks as essential subsystems are brought online.