Serica Energy has signed an agreement to acquire BP's stake in the Culzean field, located in the UK Central North Sea, for an upfront cash consideration of $232m.
The deal includes provisions for two further cash payments contingent on successful production and changes to the UK ringfencing fiscal regime.
The company plans to fund the consideration through a combination of cashflows and existing financial resources, including a $525m lending facility.
The acquisition will support a larger borrowing base and reflect a larger, more diversified and cash generative asset base.
Author's summary: Serica Energy acquires BP's Culzean field stake.