Algeria

Midad Energy signs $5.4bn contract with Sonatrach in Algeria

Sonatrach and Midad Energy North Africa signed a production-sharing hydrocarbon contract in the Illizi South perimeter, involving a total investment estimated at $5.4bn for exploration and exploitation of the site.

Algeria signs two oil assessment agreements with Petrogas E&P

Alnaft has signed two study agreements with Omani firm Petrogas E&P on the Touggourt and Berkine basins, aiming to update hydrocarbon potential in key oil-producing areas.

Algeria commits $60 billion to strengthen its energy strategy by 2029

Algeria plans to allocate $60 billion to energy projects by 2029, primarily targeting upstream oil and gas, while developing petrochemicals, renewables and unconventional resources.
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African solar panel imports surge 60% in one year

Solar panel imports into Africa reached 15,032 MW in one year, setting a record and marking an expansion beyond South Africa, according to the energy research organisation Ember.

Occidental and Algeria Launch Two Studies to Assess New Oil and Gas Fields

Alnaft and Occidental Petroleum signed two agreements to assess the oil and gas potential of southern Algerian zones, amid rising budgetary pressure and a search for energy stability.

OPEC Revises Global Oil Forecasts for 2026 to 106.5 Million b/d

OPEC's August report reveals Russian production above quotas and commercial dominance in Asia, while Kazakhstan massively exceeds its reduction commitments.
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Russia gains adoption of oil and gas standards in Africa and the Middle East

Around 80 Russian technical standards for oil and gas have been internationally validated, notably by the United Arab Emirates, Algeria and Oman, according to the Institute of Oil and Gas Technological Initiatives.

OPEC+ to complete in September the full withdrawal of 2.2 million b/d voluntary cuts

The eight OPEC+ members concerned will end next month the cuts introduced in November 2023, while keeping the option to readjust their output depending on market fundamentals and quota compliance.

OPEC+ Accelerates Production Hikes Amid Shifting Oil Market Dynamics

Eight OPEC+ countries boost output by 547,000 barrels per day in September, completing their increase program twelve months early as Chinese demand plateaus.
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Saudi Aramco and Sonatrach cut LPG prices by 5 to 10% for August

Saudi Aramco and Sonatrach have announced a reduction in their official selling prices for liquefied petroleum gas in August, reflecting changes in global supply and weaker demand on international markets.

OPEC+ increases production by 547,000 barrels as non-OPEC supply explodes

The eight voluntary OPEC+ members accelerate their market return in September despite weakened global demand and record production from the Americas.

Qatar threatens to cut gas to Europe over climate requirements

Qatar rejects EU climate transition obligations and threatens to redirect its LNG exports to Asia, creating a major energy dilemma.
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Is Europe replacing Moscow with Washington in its energy dependence

The EU-US agreement could create a higher energy concentration than that of Russia before 2022, threatening the European diversification strategy.

Sonatrach and Sinopec accelerate exploration of new oil basins in Algeria

Sonatrach continues to assess underexploited oil and gas areas with the support of Sinopec, following a gradual strategy to strengthen its position on the regional energy market.

Naturgy posts record half-year profit of €1.15bn following Iberian blackout

Spanish group Naturgy reports an unprecedented net profit, driven by rising electricity prices and increased use of its gas-fired power plants since the major Iberian grid outage.
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Sonatrach and ENI Seal $1.35 Billion Contract in Algeria

Sonatrach and ENI have signed a $1.35 billion production-sharing agreement aiming to extract 415 million barrels of hydrocarbons in Algeria's Berkine basin, strengthening energy ties between Algiers and Rome.

BP and Shell sign strategic agreements to revive Libya’s oil industry

BP and Shell intensify their commitments in Libya with new agreements aimed at revitalizing major oil field production, amid persistent instability but rising output in recent months.

OPEC+ Significantly Raises Oil Quotas with Additional 548,000 Barrels

Major oil producers accelerate their return to the market, raising their August quotas more sharply than initially expected, prompting questions about future market balances.
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Mauritania: Sonatrach and SMH launch strategic partnership in downstream oil sector

Facing an under-equipped downstream sector, Mauritania partners with Sonatrach to create a joint venture aiming to structure petroleum products distribution and reduce import dependency, without yet disclosing specific investments.

Algeria and Angola strengthen energy cooperation at US–Africa summit

On the sidelines of the US–Africa summit in Luanda, Algiers and Luanda consolidate their energy collaboration to better exploit their oil, gas, and mining potential, targeting a common strategy in regional and international markets.

Algeria: 18 years in prison for a former CEO of Sonatrach

The Algerian prosecutor's office has requested an 18-year prison sentence against the former CEO of the state-owned oil group Sonatrach.

Italy: authorization for drilling in the Adriatic Sea

Italy wants to expand gas drilling concessions in the Adriatic, hoping to double production to 6 billion m3/year.

Morocco touts its gas pipeline project with Nigeria against Algerian competitor

Morocco's King Mohammed VI has praised the Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline project, which will supply West Africa and Europe.
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Gas: Madrid will closely monitor any operation involving Naturgy

As part of its expansion in Europe, TotalEnergies is interested in the Spanish gas operator, Naturgy. Teresa Ribera, Minister of Ecological Transition, says she has taken note of the file.

In Southern Niger, Africa’s Largest Oil Pipeline Comes to Life

In Gaya, in southwestern Niger, near Benin, the largest oil pipeline in Africa, nearly 2,000 km long, is taking shape.

Algeria “Revises” Gas Prices with its Main Customer in Spain

The Algerian state-owned hydrocarbon group Sonatrach announced on Thursday that it had signed a contract with its main client in Spain, Naturgy.
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Enel signs agreements with Sonatrach

In a context of energy crisis, Enel signs agreements with Sonatrach regarding an increase in natural gas volumes.

Italy competes with Germany on Gas

In Italy, following the beginning of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, the CEO of Eni embarked on a tour of African gas suppliers.

Solar Energy, Vector of Development

Solar power has surpassed wind power over the past five years in terms of global capacity additions.
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Norwegian Gas Price Negotiations Advance

The EU is negotiating with Norway to introduce a cap on gas prices, a question of "solidarity between allies".

Portugal Fears Energy Shortage

Portugal fears an energy shortage this winter. The country relies on LNG from Nigeria, but the country's pipelines have been affected by vandalism.

Portugal considers an Alternative to MidCat

Portugal states that the gas supply of Central European countries requires a close interconnection with the Iberian Peninsula. He then approached Italy to find an alternative to the MidCat project.
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Europe strives to Protect its Industry

The energy crisis continues. Europe is therefore looking for solutions to ensure its supply and protect its industry. EU energy ministers will meet on September 9 to seek solutions.

Italy pleads for a Price Cap

As the energy crisis continues, gas prices are soaring. To deal with this, Italy is calling for a cap on gas prices. Several states, such as Portugal and Belgium, support such a measure.

Algeria, a “reliable” partner of Europe

Charles Michel, President of the European Council, praises Algeria. He describes the country as a "reliable" partner of Europe.
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Thinking the Russian-Ukrainian conflict in terms of the energy issue

More than six months after the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the war continues. Since then, the world is facing an energy crisis of great magnitude. Prices are soaring, security of supply is increasingly difficult to guarantee. As winter approaches, Europe is looking for alternatives and trying to break away from Russia. If the Russian-Ukrainian conflict and the energy crisis are in the headlines today, the underlying energy issue is not new. For you, energynews.pro has deciphered the Russian-Ukrainian conflict and the future of the European Union in the light of the energy issue.

Gazprom cuts Engie’s supply

The energy crisis continues. Gazprom, the Russian gas supplier, cuts off Engie's gas supply.

Algeria: 932,000 Bpd of oil in September

Algeria plans to produce 932,000 barrels of oil per day in September 2021, then 942,000 bpd in October 2021, says government.|Algeria plans to produce 932,000 barrels of oil per day in September 2021, then 942,000 bpd in October 2021, says government.
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Renewable energies: is Africa making headway?

Africa should see strong growth in renewable energies, from 12.6 GW in 2019 to 51.2 GW in 2025, thanks to solar and wind projects in Egypt, Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco and Ethiopia, despite political challenges.