TotalEnergies Swaps Gato do Mato Stake for Lapa Oil Field Interest to Boost Production

TTE
November 01, 2025

TotalEnergies announced on June 24, 2025, that it has signed a deal with Shell Brasil Petróleo Ltda to swap its 20% non-operated stake in the Gato do Mato project for a 3% stake in the offshore Lapa oil field. This strategic move aims to enhance TotalEnergies' production profile.

The asset swap allows TotalEnergies to optimize its portfolio by increasing its interest in a producing asset like Lapa, which can contribute more immediately to its oil output. This is part of the company's continuous efforts to manage its upstream assets efficiently.

For investors, this transaction demonstrates TotalEnergies' active portfolio management, focusing on accretive growth and maximizing value from its hydrocarbon assets. It reflects a disciplined approach to ensuring its production mix aligns with strategic objectives.

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