TechnipFMC wins $1bn-plus contract for Egyptian refinery expansion
TechnipFMC will modernise and expand Middle East Oil Refinery's (MIDOR's) complex near Alexandria, Egypt.
Africa
Powerful Potential: Growth Opportunities in Africa’s gas Sector
The regions of North and West Africa offer two contrasting stories with regard to energy access and natural resources. The vast majority of North African nations benefit from strong energy infrastructures, with virtually 100% of populations having reliable access to electricity. Meanwhile, West Africa presents a different picture: many nations—including Nigeria, Liberia, Guinea, Burkina Faso, and Sierra Leone— currently provide reliable electricity to only 50% or less of their population.
Stena Drillmax gets to work on Gambia exploration well
Australian firm FAR said today that drilling had commenced on the Samo-1 exploration well in block A2, offshore Gambia.
Powerful Potential: Growth Opportunities in Africa’s gas Sector
The regions of North and West Africa offer two contrasting stories with regard to energy access and natural resources. The vast majority of North African nations benefit from strong energy infrastructures, with virtually 100% of populations having reliable access to electricity. Meanwhile, West Africa presents a different picture: many nations—including Nigeria, Liberia, Guinea, Burkina Faso, and Sierra Leone— currently provide reliable electricity to only 50% or less of their population.
Libya oil boss sees output jump as BP, Eni may restart soon
BP Plc and Eni SpA could re-start work on a project in Libya in the first quarter, setting the stage for the OPEC member to boost production by “hundreds of thousands of barrels” a day, the head of the country’s state oil company said.
Nigeria pipeline death toll rises to 60
At least 60 people have been killed after a pipeline explosion south east of Nigeria.
Subsea 7 takes the spoils as Tullow awards contract for Ghana project
Subsea 7 has won a contract with Tullow Ghana on the Jubilee field.
BP signs deal to resume exploration in Libya
BP has entered an agreement with Eni and Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC) to resume exploration work in the country.
Three reasons BP is focusing on Africa
Oil major BP pinpointed its reasoning behind its African investments. Speaking in New York as part of an event highlighting opportunities in Africa, Bernard Looney reinforced the firm’s commitment to the continent.
Savannah makes fourth consecutive discovery in Niger
Savannah Petroleum has made a discovery at the Eridal-1 well in Niger.
Savannah enters into pact with Niger
Savannah Petroleum has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Niger relating to an early production scheme (EPS) in the Agadem Rift Basin
Shell sees gas as answer in Nigeria after decades of oil strife
After decades of difficulties in Nigeria over crude theft, pollution and oil-related corruption, Royal Dutch Shell Plc still feels optimistic a fossil fuel can improve life in the country.
Upland granted Tunisian exploration licence
Tunisia has accepted Upland Resources' application for an exclusive licence for onshore hydrocarbon exploration and appraisal.
Savannah spuds fourth well in Niger
UK-based oil firm Savannah Petroleum has started drilling a fourth well in its current campaign in Niger. The Eridal-1 well, located in the Agadem Basin, south-east Niger, was spudded on July 27. Drilling is expected to take about a month, using Rig GW-215. he well is planned to be drilled to a total depth of 2,592 metres.
SDX makes another gas find in Egypt
SDX Energy has made a gas discovery at its South Disouq Concession in Egypt.
SDX flows gas from new well in Egypt
London-listed SDX Energy has had a successful production test from an appraisal well in South Disouq, Egypt.
Savannah makes third discovery in a row in Niger
UK independent oil firm Savannah Petroleum is celebrating its third consecutive discovery in its maiden exploration campaign on a block in Niger.
AlMansoori supports Kenyan project after winning $15m contract
Middle East oilfield service firm AlMansoori has supported a ground-breaking project in Kenya after securing a $15 million contract with Tullow Oil.
Plans for mega LNG project submitted in Mozambique
A joint venture owned by ExxonMobil, Eni and CNPC has submitted a development plan for the first phase of the Rovuma LNG project off Mozambique.
Soco sells Angolan assets for $5m
London-based Soco International said today that it had agreed to sell its assets in Angola for $5 million.
TechnipFMC handed Zinia phase 2 contract
Oil field service giant TechnipFMC has been awarded a contract by Total E&P Angola for the Zinia Phase 2 field development, located offshore Angola.
Stena Drilling ship booked for Ghana job
Aberdeen-headquartered Stena Drilling has won a contract to supply one of its vessels for a project in Ghana later this year.
Subsea 7 booked in for Zinia job off Angola
Subsea 7 will has won a contract worth at least $150 million for work on Total's Zinia Phase 2 project off Angola.
African Petroleum heads for arbitration in dispute over Senegal blocks
African Petroleum said today that it had been unable to resolve a dispute with Senegal over two petroleum sharing contracts.
Soco sells Congo business for $10m
London-listed Soco International has struck a deal to sell its assets in Congo for $10 million.