Ecopetrol SA announced on Friday that the final test results for the Copoazú-1 deepwater exploration well, a joint project with Brazil's Petrobras, are expected to be released by the end of June.

The well is situated in the GUA-OFF-0 block within the Caribbean deepwater zone of Colombia, approximately 36 kilometers from the coast at a water depth of 964 meters. The two companies had previously confirmed a natural gas discovery at the well last month. The acting CEO of Ecopetrol disclosed this timeline.

The discovery holds significant importance. Electric logging and fluid sampling not only confirmed the presence of natural gas in the primary target zone but also identified hydrocarbons beyond the main target, further reinforcing the area's status as an emerging "gas province." This discovery is located near the Sirius-1 and Sirius-2 wells, just 8 kilometers away, indicating the potential for integrated development in the region.

The block is operated by a subsidiary of Petrobras, which holds a 44.44% interest, while Ecopetrol SA holds the remaining 55.56% interest. Drilling operations are currently ongoing, and subsequent laboratory analysis will determine the reservoir's characteristics and commercial viability, with the results being closely watched by the market.