Predator Oil is advancing its gas exploration efforts in Morocco, having already drilled four wells within its Guercif license.
The company began drilling the MOU-5 well on March 3, 2025, as part of a strategic push to assess the site’s gas potential.
Estimates suggest the region may contain up to 6 trillion cubic feet (TCF) of gas. A successful discovery could enhance Morocco’s energy security and reduce its reliance on imports.
Despite mixed results from previous wells, MOU-5 is expected to provide a clearer assessment of exploitable reserves.
Predator Oil is focusing on shallow reservoirs to enable faster production at lower costs, an essential factor amid rising national and global gas demand.
Guercif’s proximity to existing gas infrastructure strengthens the project’s feasibility. If drilling is successful, nearby transport and distribution networks will allow for a swift integration of extracted gas into Morocco’s energy system.
Since the closure of the Maghreb-Europe Gas Pipeline (GME) in 2021, Morocco has prioritized domestic gas exploration to enhance energy security.
The MOU-5 drilling operation, expected to take around 12 days, is a crucial step in Morocco’s long-term strategy for energy independence.
