# The exploration well is located in Green Canyon Block 680, about 125 miles.

*biotech · news · 2026-04-09 · MarketScreener*

## Key points

- Chevron and partners have discovered oil at the Bandit prospect in Green Canyon Block 680.
- The well encountered high-quality, full-to-base oil-bearing Miocene sands.
- The Bandit discovery may enable subsea tie-backs to nearby Occidental-operated facilities.
- Occidental operates Bandit with 45.375% interest; Chevron holds 37.125% and Woodside 17.5%.

**Companies:** Chevron Corporation, Occidental Petroleum Corporation, Woodside Energy (Deepwater) Inc.
**Countries:** United States

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