Angola’s premier event for the oil and gas sector, the Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) Conference and Exhibition, took place in Luanda from September 13-14.
Hosted in partnership with Angola’s Ministry of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas, the African Energy Chamber, Sonangol, and the IRDP, the event was a resounding success, achieving several milestones.
VIP Speakers Spearhead Discussions
AOG 2023 featured keynote addresses and presentations from a distinguished lineup of government officials, global energy major executives, and key players from the international oil and gas market.
High-level speakers included Haitham al Ghais, Secretary General of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC); José De Lima Massano, Minister of State for Economic Coordination, Republic of Angola; Diamantino Azevedo, Minister of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas, Republic of Angola; and Didier Budimbu Ntubuanga, Minister of Hydrocarbons, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Additionally, keynotes were delivered by Guido Brusco, COO of Natural Resources at Eni; Mike Sangster, Senior Vice President of Exploration and Production in Africa at TotalEnergies; NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber, and many more.
Top 10 Highlights from AOG 2023
- OPEC Anniversary Celebrations: Angola commemorated the 63rd anniversary of OPEC, coinciding with the second day of AOG 2023, highlighting the significance of Angola for OPEC.
- Seven Industry-Focused Deals Signed: The AOG 2023 conference featured the signing of seven industry-advancing deals, including agreements between Azule Energy and national oil company Sonangol, environmental management company Ambipar and energy firm Kini Energias, oil and gas company ETU Energias and global technology company SLB, and insurance company Protteja Seguros and oil and gas company Petromar. Additionally, the National Oil, Gas & Biofuels Agency signed cooperation agreements with three universities.
- Technical Track Explores Trends, Opportunities: AOG 2023 featured a technical program exploring the latest trends in Angola’s oil and gas industry. Technical sessions were led by Aon Neil Genders, a services and management consulting firm, and Energy & Power Marsh, an insurance and risk management firm. A Masterclass was conducted by MC Jurist, an investment law firm, and Enerveo, a contracting business firm.
- AOG Awards Ceremony Honors Industry Trailblazers: ECP proudly announced the winners of the esteemed AOG 2023 Awards, recognizing companies pioneering the oil and gas industry in Angola.
- Local Company of the Year Award: ETU Energias
- Explorer of the Year Award: Azule Energy
- Game Changer of the Year Award: Sonangol P&P
- Lifetime Achievement Award: TotalEnergies
- AOG 2023 Awarded Carbon Credit-Free Event Certificate: The AOG 2023 conference achieved a significant milestone by receiving a prestigious carbon-free event certificate from AMBIPAR Environment Management, underscoring its commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability.
- Exhibition Showcases Innovation, Progress: The AOG 2023 exhibition showcased innovation, digitalization, and the pivotal role of local enterprises in Angola’s oil and gas industry. It provided a platform for project developers, service providers, and local companies to engage in one-on-one exchanges.
- Panelists Explore Critical Topics: The two-day event featured panel discussions, deal signings, keynote speeches, technical presentations, and Q&A sessions, covering the most pressing topics in Angola’s oil and gas market. Topics included decarbonizing oil and gas, fostering diversity and inclusion, mobilizing capital for infrastructure, sustainable synergies, and more.
- Media Coverage Takes Angolan News Global: Over 131 local and international media companies provided coverage of the AOG 2023 conference, facilitating global discussions and promoting the event’s key activities.
- Global Representatives Participate in Angolan Event: Over 1,200 delegates attended the AOG 2023 conference in Luanda, representing 54 companies from various parts of the world. Attendees included representatives from African countries such as South Africa, Mozambique, Namibia, Equatorial Guinea, Egypt, Senegal, and South Sudan, as well as global participants from Italy, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Switzerland, and more. This wide representation underscores the significant interest and opportunities in Angola’s oil and gas industry.
