Aker BP delivered strong operational and financial performance in the first quarter 2023, with record production, low unit costs and high cash flow. All field development projects are on track, and the company further strengthened its position as a global leader within low carbon oil and gas production.
Highlights for the quarter
(Numbers in brackets represent the previous quarter)
- New production record of 453 (432) mboepd, driven by continued ramp-up of Johan Sverdrup Phase 2
- Production cost per boe at USD 7.2 (7.2), in line with 2023 guidance of USD 7-8 per boe
- Industry-leading GHG emissions intensity further reduced to 2.9 (3.2) kg CO2e per boe
- Field development projects on track, with detailed engineering and procurement ongoing and major contracts placed
- Operating profit of USD 1,961 (2,214) million, Net profit of USD 187 (112) million and Free cash flow of USD 977 (98) million
- Quarterly dividend of USD 0.55 per share
Comment from Karl Johnny Hersvik, CEO of Aker BP
'It is a true pleasure to report yet another strong quarter for Aker BP. We produced more oil and gas than ever, at low costs, and with the lowest GHG emissions intensity in the oil and gas industry. This is the result of a strong team and a dedicated effort over years to develop a culture for operational excellence and continuous improvement in the company.
I am also pleased to report that our field developments are progressing as planned, including the new projects launched in December where we are well underway with procurement and detailed engineering. Through the Aker BP alliance model, we have established strong relations and close cooperation with our key suppliers, and I am confident that we are well prepared to deliver these projects on time and on budget.
Going forward, our priorities are the same as always. We will operate our assets with high efficiency, we will deliver our growth projects as planned, and we will never stop driving improvements in everything we do. This is our recipe for creating shareholder value.'
Source: Aker BP
