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TotalEnergies Awards Subsea Equipment Contract to SLB OneSubsea for Angolan Project

Energy supermajor TotalEnergies has awarded a contract to SLB OneSubsea—a joint venture between global technology company SLB, engineering company Aker Solutions, and construction company Subsea7—to provide subsea production equipment and services for the Kaminho deepwater project in Block 20/11, offshore Angola. The contract includes a 13-well subsea production system for the 70,000-barrel-per-day project, which is scheduled to commence production in 2028. SLB OneSubsea CEO Mads Hjelmeland stated, “Our collaborative contract model enables us to leverage

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International News Oil

Puma Energy Zambia’s 2023 Profit Rises to K255 Million

Puma Energy Zambia PLC, a subsidiary of Puma Energy (Ireland) Holdings Limited, has reported a profit after tax of approximately K255 million for the year ending December 31, 2023. This increase is attributed to a 12% rise in sales volumes and higher selling prices driven by the global increase in oil prices. According to the audited financial results obtained by the Zambian Business Times (ZBT), the company recorded a profit after tax of K254.79 million,

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Brent Oil Prices Remain Stable Above $80 Per Barrel

In the past seven days, Brent oil has been sold on international markets for between $85 and $86 per barrel. This price stability above $80 has persisted for more than 15 days, following a price of $79.34 per barrel on June 7th. Before June 7th, Brent oil remained around $70 per barrel for four consecutive sessions. Over the past month, the highest price for a barrel of Brent was $86.50, recorded this past week, while

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Friburge Energies Joins UN Global Compact for Sustainable Business Practices

Friburge Energies, an Angolan company providing services in the oil, gas, and mining sectors, has recently joined the United Nations Global Compact, a voluntary leadership platform for the development, implementation, and dissemination of responsible business practices. In a statement, Friburge Energies highlighted that joining the Global Compact reflects their commitment to positive change through environmental protection, good governance practices, and enhanced social responsibility. “This change generates positive results for companies, people, and societies,” the company

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Local Exploration News Oil

ANPG to Begin Oil Exploration Prospecting in Cuando Cubango

The National Oil, Gas and Biofuels Agency (ANPG) will soon commence oil exploration prospecting in the municipalities of Rivungo, Calai, and Cuangar in the province of Cuando Cubango. Following a meeting held by the provincial governor of Cuando Cubango, José Martins, ANPG’s director of the Institutional Security Office, Manuel Domingos Dembe, announced that the first phase involves demining work in four areas identified for oil prospecting. Manuel Domingos Dembe stated that ANPG is operating in

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International News Oil

Dangote Group Chairman Announces Imminent Petrol Launch Amid Market Concerns

Aliko Dangote, Chairman of the Dangote Group, has announced that Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, from his refinery will hit the market by the third week of July. While this news is cause for optimism, concerns have been raised among marketers nationwide regarding its potential impact on prices. The anticipated distribution and sale of Dangote’s refined petrol mark a significant milestone since the commissioning of the Dangote refinery in May 2023. As

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International Exploration News Oil

TotalEnergies SE Shifts Focus from South Africa to Namibia for Oil Exploration

TotalEnergies SE is reportedly planning to withdraw from its gas-condensate discoveries off the coast of South Africa to redirect its exploration efforts closer to Namibia, according to sources familiar with the matter. The French energy giant ventured into South Africa’s challenging offshore conditions, investing approximately $400 million to uncover an estimated 1 billion barrels equivalent of light liquid hydrocarbons at the Brulpadda field in 2019, as reported by Bloomberg. Subsequently, TotalEnergies achieved another successful find

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Angola’s Oil Exports Surge to Highest Levels in Almost Four Years

In August, Angola is set to export the highest volume of oil in nearly four years, signaling the rationale behind its decision to leave OPEC. Loading plans indicate shipments will reach 1.23 million barrels per day, exceeding OPEC’s proposed production limit of 1.1 million barrels per day for Luanda, which prompted Angola’s departure from the group. This move allows Angola greater flexibility in increasing its output, unaffected by monthly export variations. Paul McDade, CEO of

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International Exploration News Oil

Chevron Selects Rig for High-Profile Namibian Exploration Project

Chevron Corporation (CVX) has chosen the Deepsea Bollsta semi-submersible rig for an upcoming exploration well in Namibia’s Orange Basin, as announced by Northern Ocean Ltd., a provider of offshore drilling services. Scheduled to commence in the fourth quarter of 2024, this operation will target Block 2813B under Petroleum Exploration License (PEL) 90, situated north of TotalEnergies SE’s Venus discovery. The Orange Basin, known for its potential, has attracted major interest due to recent discoveries like

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International News Oil

Senegal Emerges as Oil Exporter with Sangomar Project

Senegal has officially become an oil exporter with the commencement of the Sangomar project, operated by Woodside. The $5.2 billion development is now producing 100,000 barrels per day of medium-sulfur oil, marking a significant milestone for the country. The Greek tanker Maran Poseidon, chartered by Shell International Trading, arrived at the export terminal to transport the first batch of Senegalese crude. With a capacity of 1.06 million barrels, this tanker is set to deliver the

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