Exploratory drilling is expected to start in early 2027, although the location and specifics of the drilling operations are unclear. Various regions and companies are mentioned in relation to drilling plans, including offshore areas in Greece, Uruguay, and Australia, as well as geothermal drilling in New Zealand. The involvement of different companies, such as Carnarvon Energy and Energean, and the use of various rigs, including the Transocean Equinox and Stena DrillMAX, suggest multiple drilling projects may be underway.