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Eni Finalizes $300 Million Asset Sale Deal with Perenco in Republic of Congo

Italian multinational energy company Eni has successfully concluded a $300 million deal for the sale of select upstream assets to oil and gas firm Perenco in the Republic of Congo. The agreement, initially announced in June 2023, aligns with Eni’s strategic objective of optimizing its operations and concentrating on significant upstream projects within the country. In a press release, Eni emphasized its dedication to harnessing the Republic of Congo’s extensive gas resources, particularly through initiatives

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Fuel Costs Expected to Drop as Port Harcourt Refinery Resumes Operations

Fuel costs in Nigeria are anticipated to decrease once the Port Harcourt Refinery recommences operations, according to the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and the Major Energy Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN). The national petroleum company of Nigeria has pledged that the refinery will be operational within two weeks, prompting preparations by marketers to receive products from the facility. Both IPMAN and MEMAN have urged the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) to

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Sonangol Takes Lead in “Aiming for Zero Methane” Initiative

Sonangol, Angola’s national oil company, has made history by becoming the first African oil producer to join the “Aiming for Zero Methane” initiative. This global effort, led by the Oil and Gas Climate Initiative (OGCI), aims to drastically reduce methane emissions in the oil and gas industry. In a recent statement, Sonangol announced its commitment to achieving nearly zero methane emissions from its oil and gas operations by 2030. Gaspar Martins, President of Sonangol’s Board

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OPEC Forecasts Slight Decline in Angola’s Oil Production for 2025

The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) forecasts a slight decrease of 0.04 percent in Angola’s oil production for 2025, with output falling to under 1.1 million barrels per day. According to OPEC’s latest monthly report, non-OPEC countries are expected to see a growth in oil and gas production by 1.4 million barrels per day in 2025. However, Angola is among the few countries expected to experience a decline, along with Mexico. Angola’s decision to

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Minister Diamantino Azevedo visits Chinese oil companies

Angola’s Minister of Mineral Resources, Oil, and Gas, Diamantino Azevedo, embarked on a visit to China, where he engaged with representatives from China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) and China National Chemical Engineering Company (CNCEC) on potential collaborations. During the meetings, Azevedo, accompanied by ANPG and Sonangol officials, discussed various opportunities in Angola’s oil and mining sectors, including the exploration of oil blocks, refining, petrochemicals, and the trade of crude oil. Both parties expressed their commitment

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Sonangol Invites US Investors to Explore Opportunities in Angola’s Energy Sector

Angola’s national oil company, Sonangol, has undergone privatization, enhancing its competitiveness and capacity as an operator. Seeking partnerships for exploration and production projects, Sonangol is reaching out to US companies. A networking event in Houston on March 19, hosted by Angola Oil & Gas 2024, presents a platform for Sonangol and US investors to connect and forge strategic alliances. Supported by key stakeholders, including the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas, Sonangol, and others,

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Brent closes the week at 85 dollars

The barrel of Brent oil, the reference for the North Sea and for Angola’s exports to international markets, closed the second week of this month negotiating deliveries for May at $85.35. This price attributes a positive difference of more than 20 dollars in relation to the estimated value in the OGE/2024 of 65 dollars per barrel. Although the OGE/2024 set production at a level of 1.1 million barrels/day, the most recent news estimates that the

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Angola Invites Chinese Investors to Explore Hydrocarbon Opportunities

Angola’s Minister of Mineral Resources, Oil, and Gas, Diamantino Azevedo, extended an invitation to Chinese entrepreneurs in Beijing on Saturday, March 16th to consider investing in the country’s hydrocarbon sector. The Economic Forum organized by the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Oil, and Gas (MIREMPET) in China showcased investment prospects in Angola’s oil and gas industry, garnering significant interest from Chinese firms and investors. In his address, Minister Azevedo emphasized the diversity of investment opportunities, ranging

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Liberty Petroleum Secures 3 Deepwater Blocks in Somalia

U.S.-based exploration company Liberty Petroleum signed Production Sharing Agreements (PSA) for three deepwater blocks in Somalia. Through its subsidiary Petro Quest Africa, Liberty Petroleum will explore Blocks 131, 190 and 206. The PSAs allow for a five-year exploration period and grant Liberty Petroleum approval to conduct evaluations and 3D seismic surveys. The data will determine drilling viability. “We are aware of the responsibility that now lies on our shoulders to explore and hopefully develop the

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BW Energy Commences Production at Hibiscus South Well in Offshore Gabon

Oil and gas company BW Energy has initiated production at the DHBSM-1H well, situated in the Hibiscus South Field on the Dussafu license offshore Gabon, just five months after its discovery. Currently yielding between 5,000 and 6,000 barrels of oil per day (bpd), the well is projected to recover approximately 6.6 million barrels from a total oil in place of around 22 million barrels. John Hamilton, CEO of Panoro Energy, a partner in the Dussafu

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