Geofizyka Torun starts Mozambique seismic for Sasol
Geofizyka Torun has begun shooting 3D seismic onshore in Mozambique for Sasol.
Africa
Pay South Sudan to leave the oil in the ground, ICG suggests
South Sudan has largely squandered its oil revenues, with International Crisis Group (ICG) suggesting the state be paid to not produce.
Nigeria’s southern governors agitate for more
A number of Nigerian governors have called for the federal government to revisit the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA).
HMS Trent sets sights on security in Gulf of Guinea
A Royal Navy ship is on its way to the Gulf of Guinea, amid a continued focus on security.
Exxon, Shell in East African LNG race
ExxonMobil continues to hold out hope for its Rovuma LNG project, in Mozambique, while Shell has held talks with the Tanzanian government on another East African export plan.
Libya launches new refinery plans
Libya has established the South Refinery, intended to resolve fuel shortages and unemployment in the country’s south.
Eni, Cote d’Ivoire talk Baleine development
Eni CEO Claudio Descalzi has held talks with Cote d’Ivoire President Alassane Ouattara on plans to fast track the development of the Baleine 1-X discovery.
BP middleman’s $5million payment request ‘didn’t smell right’
A BP executive told internal investigators he was concerned about the energy giant’s dealings with a Nigerian middleman and payments being discussed to secure lucrative contracts.
EACOP lines up pipe suppliers
Uganda’s oil plans are starting to come together, with contracts nearing on the current project and with more to come.
Savannah squeezes up gas production, eyes pipeline moves
Savannah Energy increased revenues and adjusted EBITDA on higher volumes but is waiting a number of catalysts for change.
ReconAfrica’s Evans talks up Namibian plans
As one of the few companies carrying out exploration in sub-Saharan Africa, Reconnaissance Energy Africa (TSXV:RECO; OTC:RECAF; FRA:0XD) is keenly aware of justifying its presence.
United sees “so much opportunity” with drilling on the rise
It is the “greatest time to be in the industry”, United Oil & Gas CEO Brian Larkin told Energy Voice, following the announcement of the company’s interim results.
Energy poverty vs ESG emission concerns
Tackling emissions has come to dominate discussions around ESG, driving concerns that progress is slipping on tackling the energy gap that continues in many African states.
Taleveras remains bullish on LNG demand growth
As global markets consolidate recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, LNG markets globally are tightening, with demand growth led by anticipated surge in Asian and Latin America demand.
Eni’s ILX plans continue run of success with Cabaça North
Eni has started up the Cabaça North development in Angola’s Block 15/06, adding another 15,000 barrels per day to the local hub.
Angola sets out contractor winning groups for onshore awards
Angola has announced the contractor groups for its onshore bid round, as it moves towards new awards.
Cairn, Cheiron complete Shell deal in Western Desert
Cairn Energy and Cheiron Petroleum have completed their acquisition of assets in Egypt’s Western Desert from Shell.
Flurry of African exploration incoming
Exploration companies big and small are warming up for a busy next 12 months – although some have warned this may be the last such push in the energy industry.
BP traders lost $100 Million in 2015 Africa deals ‘debacle’
BP traders lost $100 million in a “debacle” of a deal with a West African commodities firm, according to details from a London employment lawsuit that offers a rare glimpse into the business on the oil giant’s trading floor.
Putting local content at the heart of Uganda’s oil plans
On the cusp of activity starting, Uganda is making ready for a storm of activity to develop its Lake Albert resources.
Woodside awards TMC compressor work for Senegal FPSO
TMC Compressors has won work to supply the marine compressed air system to Woodside Energy’s Senegalese field.
NOC opens London office in push for UK engineering
Libya’s National Oil Corp. (NOC) has officially launched a unit in the UK with the aim of improving collaboration with local companies.
DMRE comes under fire from just energy transition
Protests will kick off tomorrow aimed at reforming South Africa’s Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE).
African Energy Chamber launches internship programme
The African Energy Chamber (AEC) has launched an internship programme, aiming to place African graduates with energy companies.
Libya’s Sidra, Ras Lanuf terminals reopen
Exports have resumed from a number of ports in Libya, with local protestors agreeing to end their occupation.