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February 20, 2023
The partners have been awarded block EG-01 for an initial period of three years, during which they will conduct subsurface studies based on existing seismic data to further define and evaluate the prospectivity of the block.
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February 16, 2023
The LNG production unit, which involves an investment of more than $1 billion and a three-year construction period, will see the transformation of the Cap Lopez in Gabon into both an oil and gas terminal.
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February 09, 2023
C-Kore’s self-contained and automated subsea testing units are used on both asset integrity and installation operations to verify the health of subsea electrical systems.
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February 07, 2023
The talks come as European and U.S. companies step up efforts to extract oil and gas from the region and help make up for sanctions-related supply losses from Russia.
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February 06, 2023
Golar LNG Limited will acquire New Fortress Energy’s (NFE) ownership stake in FLNG Hilli in exchange for for Golar’s remaining 4.1 million shares in NFE and $100 million cash.
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January 31, 2023
PCM worked closely with Perenco’s technical department to deliver the natural gas-generated electricity, as well as in close coordination with Société des Hydrocarbures du Tchad (SHT) and Chad’s Minister of Hydrocarbons.
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January 30, 2023
Sierra Leon is seeking to advance in its nascent oil and gas sector. The country is offering over 63,000 km2 of highly prospective acreage, with which the Petroleum Directorate has invited investors to engage through block and technical data acquisition.
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January 26, 2023
Under the contract, Expro will be responsible for designing, building, operating, and maintaining the onshore LNG pre-treatment facility. The plant will be able to process roughly 80 MMcfgd.
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January 25, 2023
Uganda’s ministry of energy and mines representative said that drilling commencement at the Kingfisher field is a “significant stride” in the country’s efforts to produce commercial oil.
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January 23, 2023
The key function of the FPSO is to remove water, condensate and reduce impurities in the gas stream before exporting processed gas to the FLNG facility in Mauritania and Senegal.
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January 20, 2023
Uganda discovered hydrocarbon deposits in its Western region near the Democratic Republic of Congo in 2006. The country plans to begin oil production in 2025.
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January 19, 2023
Decklar and Millenium restarted production from the Oza Oil Field at a total production rate of approximately 1,300 bopd.
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January 16, 2023
Symbion’s Chief Executive Officer Paul Hinks confirmed the company won the Makelele methane gas block on Lake Kivu with its partner Renewable Energy Developments. The company proposed a 60-megawatt gas-to-electricity project, in one of the world’s least-electrified nations.
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January 11, 2023
The "Fololo" design, which was initially developed by Perenco for operations in the DRC, comprises lightweight floating pontoons and legs that can be self-elevated to the required height in a simple, genuine and smart concept developed by the Perenco Group for Perenco Rep.
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January 09, 2023
The report investigates the country’s long-term development agenda, exploring the pathway to becoming a regional hydrocarbons hub, the intersection of natural gas and the energy transition, the future of oil development and more.
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January 09, 2023
The first production well, DHIBM-3H, targets the Gamba sandstone reservoir on the Hibiscus field and is expected to take just over two months to drill and complete.
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December 28, 2022
Not all countries use licensing rounds; some use direct negotiation to approve exploration and production rights. It’s time for more African oil and gas-producing states to choose this route.
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December 28, 2022
Genel Energy owns oil blocks in Somaliland. However, the region isn’t recognized as a sovereign state by any other nation. Any investors seeking to operate in Somalia must comply with the nation’s constitution.
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December 26, 2022
Independent oil and gas companies are recognizing Africa's tremendous promise and are finding ways to thrive here — and make a positive impact.
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December 22, 2022
The 380m long and 60m wide vessel will be anchored at a water depth of around 40m and will be able to store over 180,000m3 of LNG and 45,000m3 of LPG.
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December 21, 2022
The revised initial exploration period will now expire in January 2024. Three additional periods totaling six years are available after the current period, with further possible extensions thereafter.
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