Shell completes sale of interest in Na Kika platform, Gulf of Mexico
Shell plc has finalized the sale of its 50% non-operated interest in the Na Kika platform and associated fields, along with its 100% owned Coulomb asset in the Gulf of Mexico.
Shell plc has completed the previously announced agreement to sell its 50% non-operated working interest in the Na Kika platform and associated fields, as well as its 100% owned Coulomb asset in the Gulf of Mexico. The transaction was finalized on September 22, 2026.
The Na Kika platform is situated approximately 200 kilometers off the coast of Louisiana and serves as a production hub for multiple oil and gas fields. The divestment of Shell's stake is part of the company's ongoing strategy to streamline its portfolio and concentrate on core assets.
Details regarding the buyer and the financial terms of the sale have not been disclosed. The Coulomb asset is a separate production facility that was fully owned by Shell.
Shell maintains other operations in the Gulf of Mexico. This sale aligns with the company's objective to optimize resource allocation and enhance focus on its primary business activities.