Exploration wells are wells drilled to prove a possible deposit of petroleum or obtain information to delimit a discovered deposit. The term covers both wildcat and appraisal wells.
The list contains active exploration wells on the Norwegian continental shelf (ongoing drilling activity).
| Wellbore name | Area | Entered date | Production licence | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/6-17 | NORTH SEA | 07.07.2026 | 979.00 | Aker BP ASA |
| 25/7-13 | NORTH SEA | 04.05.2026 | 782 S | Equinor Energy AS |
| 35/7-2 | NORTH SEA | 15.07.2026 | 293.00 | Wellesley Petroleum AS |
| 7220/5-EC-2 H | BARENTS SEA | 01.06.2026 | 532.00 | Equinor Energy AS |