June 2014, Vol. 241, No. 6
Projects
Chevron Subsidiaries To Develop Shale Resources In Argentina
Chevron Corporation confirmed its subsidiaries have signed agreements with the Argentine oil company YPF S.A. to continue development of shale oil and gas resources from the Vaca Muerta formation located in the Neuquén province in Argentina. “This is a significant step in our subsidiaries’ joint efforts with YPF to develop one of the most exciting shale plays in the world today,” said George Kirkland, vice chairman of Chevron. “Vaca Muerta could become an important contributor to Chevron’s long-term production growth.” The agreements build off the progress made with the drilling program begun in 2013 and call for continued investment

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