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Nigeria leads Africa as top investment destination

NIGERIA ranked as Africa's leading destination for upstream oil and gas investment in 2024, research from market intelligence firm Wood Mackenzie shows.

BBTC Mena to explore innovative solutions

THE 11th edition of the Bottom of the Barrel Technology Conference (BBTC) Mena is set to take place from February 4-5 in Bahrain.

Libya aims to boost refining capacity

LIBYA'S Minister of Oil and Gas, Dr Khalifa Abdulsadek, shared plans to increase the country's refining capacity from 300,000 to 400,000 barrels per day (bpd) as part of its long-term strategy to enhance energy security and sustainability.

Red Sky Energy secures 35pc stake in Angola block

AUSTRALIAN exploration and production company Red Sky Energy has acquired a 35 per cent stake in Block 6/24, offshore Angola, marking its first foray into Africa's oil and gas market. Angola's production is around 1.1 million barrels a day, making it an attractive destination for the company.

Emerson helps firm meet emissions target

EMERSON has partnered with Laramie Energy, a Colorado-based oil and gas producer, to help it comply with state and federal emissions regulations.

Lhyfe, Masdar to explore joint green hydrogen projects

LHYFE, a leading producer and supplier of green and Abu hydrogen, Dhabi Future Energy Company Masdar, the UAE's clean energy leader, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore potential co-development opportunities in large-scale green hydrogen production projects in Europe.

CHM 2025 to unite hydrogen leaders for production boost

CONNECTING Hydrogen Mena 2025 (CHM2025), taking place from February 24 to 26 in Dubai, will unite the hydrogen value chain to accelerate advancements in hydrogen production, the economy, and exports.

Krohne unveils new version of software solution

KROHNE Middle East and Africa, a leader in industrial measurement technology, has unveiled its latest advanced software solution for calibration, asset management, and data analytics, CalSys AMADAS.

Riding out market volatility with the power of data

While geopolitical tensions, OPEC actions, and Trump's policies fuel uncertainty in oil markets, technology aids traders in navigating fluctuations, David Goldman, Head of Trading at Novion, tells OGN

Harnessing wasted energy for decarbonisation

The energy transition depends on technology and collective commitment to sustainability, doing more with less, and uncovering value in unexpected places, prioritising sustainability in every decision, Freddie Sarhan tells OGN

Alleima enhances high strength steel bars

ALLEIMA, a leading manufacturer of high-value-added stainless steels and alloys, has introduced an updated version of its Alleima HighN50 bars.

Acwa Power enters China's renewable energy market

ACWA er Powhas announced formal entry its into China's renewable energy market with investment agreements for over 1GW of projects across multiple provinces.

Hydrogen, ammonia to pick up pace in 2025

WOOD Mackenzie predicts 2025 to be a pivotal year for low-carbon hydrogen and ammonia sectors, despite challenges like cost pressures and regulatory complexities.

OQ unveils new polymer to enhance water security

OQ, Oman's global integrated energy group, has introduced Luban LL-8446.21, an advanced rotomoulding-grade polymer designed to address water scarcity challenges.

Adnoc Gas signs $10bn gas deal with EWEC

ADNOC Gas has signed a $10 billion 10-year flexible natural gas sales and purchase agreement with Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) to support the UAE's energy transformation, marking a significant strategic partnership.

IEF urges non-OECD oil data transparency

THE International Energy Forum (IEF) has called for greater oil data transparency from non-OECD nations to improve global oil market stability, at a meeting of the IEF Executive Board.

30 years of accredited calibrations at Endress+Hauser Flow

ENDRESS+HAUSER Flow's calibration laboratory has been accredited in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 since 1994, confirming its position as a market leader consistently providing services of excellence.

IoT revolutionising ops in oil and gas industry

loT technologies boost efficiency, safety, and sustainability in oil and gas, driving rapid market growth while overcoming challenges like harsh environments and cybersecurity risks

New era for nuclear energy is emerging

NUCLEAR power, a crucial part of the global energy mix, is set to reach a record high in power generation from nearly 420 active reactors in 2025, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA).

Making strategic shift to renewables, diversification

Bahrain and fellow GCC nations are embracing renewable energy, hydrogen, and technological innovation to transition beyond oil reliance by 2050, Pablo Avogadri, Partner and Director, Energy, at BCG, tells OGN

Congo to increase oil production

THE Republic of Congo is gearing up for a significant increase in its oil output over the next three years, driven by a series of landmark projects spearheaded by industry giants including TotalEnergies, Trident Energy and Perenco.

Bahrain committed to energy transition

Bahrain's commitment to advancing its energy transition through innovation and strategic partnerships has been highlighted by Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad AI Khalifa, Representative of HM the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, and Chairman of Bapco Energies.

FUELLING THE FUTURE: KSA FIRM ON GROWTH, STABLE SUPPLY

Saudi Arabia has insisted that the global energy demand is surging, and the kingdom remains focused on ensuring efficient and reliable supplies to address it.

Achieve more with the help of local fluid system experts

SwagelokⓇ field engineers enhance fluid system performance, improve uptime, reduce costs, and mitigate risks with onsite evaluations, expert solutions, and comprehensive improvement roadmaps

Aramco sees 'good' China oil demand

CHINA is still driving growth in global oil demand, Saudi Aramco's Chief Executive Officer, Amin Nasser, said, dismissing concerns about peaking consumption in the world's biggest energy user.

Transforming measurement accuracy in O&G gas ops

Developments in remote technology are helping to take the time, cost and potential risks out of remotely verifying instruments in dispersed desert fields, John Green of ABB Measurement and Analytics, tells OGN

Optimising biogas production with process analyser tech

Process analysers ensure quality, regulatory compliance, and environmental sustainability while enhancing efficiency and methane output in the growing biogas energy sector, Harry Burton and Michael Gaura tell OGN

Sustainability can help save in more ways than one

Norclamp's sustainability initiatives show how businesses can turn this challenge into an advantage, finding opportunities to save money and enhance operations while reducing emissions

BAHRAIN: BALANCING LEGACY & SUSTAINABILITY

Recognising the evolving global energy landscape, Bahrain has invested in the modernisation of its hydrocarbons infrastructure to remain competitive

Poor filtration design costing O&G companies millions

Oil and gas companies can cut costs and boost efficiency by involving filtration experts early to optimise systems, reduce maintenance, and improve performance, Chris Nixon of Cleanova tells OGN