Melbana Energy (ASX:MAY) has experienced a delay in its appraisal well drilling program, due to the Cuban government requesting its drilling contractor to drill a second gas well to increase the electricity output of a power plant.
The company says the delay is only temporary and would result in a possible saving to the appraisal program in excess of $1M.
Melbana Energy's Executive Chairman, Andrew Purcell, believes that this delay has potential financial advantages and they will communicate progress as they draw near to mobilisation.
Shares of Melbana Energy closed down 10% today.