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Africa’s downstream petroleum market to hit $120.8 billion by 2032 to become world’s next frontier — Dr. Oppong

Africa’s oil and gas downstream market, currently valued at USD 80.5 billion, is projected to reach USD 120.8 billion by 2032, positioning the continent as the world’s next frontier for downstream growth. Demand across Africa is expected to rise by 2.2 million barrels per day (MMB/D) between 2019 and 2035, representing a 2.3 percent annual growth rate.

Exxon Cancels Mozambique LNG Update

Exxon has canceled a public appearance by several executives scheduled for today, at which they were supposed to reaffirm the company’s commitment to the Rovuma LNG project, currently frozen, in the company of Mozambique’s president, Daniel Chapo.

Greenland’s Jameson Land basin holds 13 Bbbl oil potential, new report finds

80 Mile PLC, which holds a 30% interest through its subsidiary White Flame Energy A/S, is partnered with March GL, which will fund and operate the upcoming drilling campaign. Preparations are underway for two exploration wells scheduled to begin in second-half 2026, each targeting depths of at least 3,500 m. Halliburton has been contracted to provide drilling services and logistics, with IPT Well Solutions serving as project manager.

Equinor approved to drill Barents Sea exploration well

The Norwegian Offshore Directorate (NOD) has granted Equinor Energy AS a drilling permit for wellbore 7018/5-2 in production license 1236, located in the Barents Sea on the Norwegian Continental Shelf. The authorization was issued under Section 13 of the Resource Management Regulations, NOD confirmed on October 29, 2025.

TechnipFMC Advances Local Talent Development with Subsea Engineering Milestone in Namibia

As the sole contractor delivering such a program in Namibia, TechnipFMC has taken a pioneering role in bridging academia and industry to cultivate the next generation of engineering talent. The program welcomed 25 students from diverse engineering disciplines – including Metallurgy, Electrical, Mining, Chemical, Civil, and Mechanical – with an outstanding 51% female participation, reinforcing our dedication to gender inclusion and workforce diversity.

Kosmos Energy Enters Into Senior Secured Term Loan Facility With Shell for up to $250 Million

The Term Facility provides up to $250 million to be used for the repayment of the Company’s outstanding unsecured notes. The Term Facility is structured in two tranches, with the first tranche of $150 million to be drawn at close and used to partially redeem the Company’s outstanding 2026 unsecured notes ($250 million outstanding). A second tranche of $100 million is available for drawing until April 1, 2026. The Term Facility has an interest rate of SOFR + 3.75%, is secured against the Borrower’s assets in the Gulf of America and has a final maturity date of four years after closing.