Vår Energi (VAR) Pareto Securities' 33rd Annual Energy Conference presentation summary
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Pareto Securities' 33rd Annual Energy Conference presentation summary
16 Sep, 2026Strategic growth and combination plans
Announced combination with BlueNord to add strategic assets and strengthen position in Europe, targeting completion by end of 2026.
Raised long-term production target to approximately 450 kboepd, enhancing resilience and cash generation.
Will become the largest independent oil and gas producer in Europe with a broad licence portfolio and significant operated fields.
Recent and pending acquisitions, including Pandion and BlueNord, support a successful growth journey and increased shareholder returns.
Resource base and project pipeline
Combined resource base exceeds 3 billion boe, with over 50% yet to be developed and 16 projects in execution.
Production outlook targets sustained output of ~450 kboepd through improved recovery, new projects, and accretive M&A.
16 high-value projects in execution with an average IRR of ~35% and breakeven at ~$30/boe.
Early phase projects offer flexibility, targeting ~500 mmboe to be developed with >25% IRR and ~$35/boe breakeven.
Exploration program aims to unlock future value, targeting ~200 mmboe in 2026 with a 50% success rate.
Operational excellence and sustainability
Continuous improvement in safety, production efficiency, and carbon emissions intensity, with a target of carbon neutrality by 2030.
Technology and AI drive well delivery, reducing time from discovery to production and increasing recoverable volumes.
Operating costs trending toward a long-term target of ~$10/boe.
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