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Libya's newly appointed Minister of Oil & Gas, Khalifa Abdulsadek. (Image source: African Energy Chamber)

Libya is all geared up to present to Italy its robust oil & gas plan at a half-day strategic programme called the Libya-Italy Roundtable and VIP Networking Evening in Rome

As a primary importer from a top oil-reserve holder, Italy's relationship with Libya dates back to 1959, when Eni first started its operations in the region. With natural gas demand currently fuelling the market as the cleaner alternative to oil, Libya has set off a robust gas monetisation plan. The latest development of Eni's partnership with Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC) includes the initiation of supervision and the subsea intervention services of the GreenStream pipeline that has been put on place to direct gas from the Bahr Essalam and Bouri fields to be delivered to European markets. Defined as the GreenStream BV, the partnership has entrusted Saipem with an extensive contract scope ranging from integrating survey data and critical spares, specialised engineering services related to asset integrity and readiness services for repair interventions in case of a wide range of damage scenarios. 

The Bahr Essalam and Bouri offshore fields, along with onshore fields in the Sirte Basin, are operated by Mellitah Oil & Gas – a joint venture between Eni and the NOC. A prime source for its gas market, Italy is heavily invested in the development of the one-billion-dollar, offshore subsea Bouri Gas Utilisation Project, which aims to capture associated gas from two offshore platforms at the Bouri field development. The ejected gas will then be transported to the Mellitah Complex – a major hub for gas production, processing and export – and delivered to European markets once production begins in 2026. 

With a plan to increase the utilisation of pipeline capacity up from 25%, the partners have further signed an US$8bn gas production deal to develop two offshore gas fields – Structures A and E – set to produce 750 mn cu/ft of gas per day by 2026. Signed last year, this has been designed to serve not only the international, but also the domestic market.

Decarbonisation of the sector remains crucial for Libya, as the country is aiming 12 new projects to reduce and convert flared gas to green ammonia and power for export. To bring this alive, however, requires an estimated US$4bn in local infrastructure improvements as reported by Wood Mackenzie.

Licensing round in 2025

To further exploration activities, Libya is preparing to open an oil and gas licensing round early-2025, targeting concessions in the Murzuq, Ghadames and Sirte basins. The country's newly appointed Minister of Oil & Gas, Khalifa Abdulsadek, is eyeing international events such as African Energy Week after Gastech for its promotion. “We are open for business and looking for investors,” he said. 

This comes at a time when the region is already garnering investor interests as expressed by more than 30 companies in its marginal assets alone. With an aim to produce 2 mn boe and 4 bn cu/ft of natural gas per day within the next three to five years, the NOC has ramped up maintenance work, targeting enhanced production from at least 36 wells, and kickstarted a US$17-US$18bn initiative for the identification of 45 greenfield and brownfield projects to meet production goals. A recent gas discovery has also been reported by Sirte Oil. 

A consortium comprising Eni, TotalEnergies and Abu Dhabi National Oil Company is also developing and exploring oil and gas fields in the NC-7 block in the Ghadames Basin, targeting 2.7 trillion cu/ft of gas to boost domestic production. In May this year, US$1.23bn was allocated to develop the NC-7 block – operated by a consortium led by Italian multinational energy company Eni – with a view to monetising 2.7 trillion cu/ft of gas in the Ghadames Basin. 

SPE OE25 will incorporate exhibition halls themed to address the evolving energy sector. (SPE Offshore Europe)

SPE Offshore Europe opens call for technical papers as it is set to return to Aberdeen from 2-5 September 2025 under the theme ‘Unlocking Europe’s Potential in Offshore Energy’

David Whitehouse, conference chair and CEO of OEUK is leading a 24-strong industry committee from across the supply chain that is developing a diverse programme to stimulate visionary discussions.

“SPE Offshore Europe 2025 is a convening force for everyone shaping our energy future. Here in Aberdeen we will bring together key leaders, superb speakers, trailblazing companies and innovative investors with opinion makers from across Europe and beyond.

“How we can deliver secure, sustainable and affordable energy is a fundamental issue as governments around Europe double down on efforts to decarbonise energy systems. Offshore Europe will explore how we can build on our strengths and work together to achieve these goals.

“Delegates can meet the people who are key to scaling up supply chain capacity, managing oil and gas production and advancing low carbon technologies including offshore wind, carbon capture and storage and hydrogen to transform Europe’s industrial and economic future in a way that leaves no one behind,” said Whitehouse while speaking about the four-day exhibition that has been curated with a mix of engaging formats, panel sessions and high-level fireside chats for an inclusive dialogue involving young professionals as well as established industry figures.

In addition to the speaker programme, SPE OE25 will incorporate exhibition halls themed to address the evolving sector including the Energy Transition Theatre, Offshore Wind Hub, Hydrogen Hub, Future Skills Hub, and Future Opportunities.

Those interested to submit an abstract for technical papers can visit the Offshore Europe website. The deadline for abstracts is 28 February 2025.

SPE OE25 is organised by The Offshore Europe Partnership, a joint venture between RX (Reed Exhibitions) and the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE).

The conference brings together the brightest minds and technical experts from across the energy value chain. (Image source: dmg events)

The ADIPEC 2024 Technical Conference has received a record 5,977 submissions, a 16% increase over last year, with major submission growth seen in the AI and Digital Transformation and Energy Transition and Decarbonisation categories, and increased submissions from African and Arab states.

The ADIPEC Technical Conference is a key part of ADIPEC, the world’s largest energy event, which takes place on 4-7 November 2024 in Abu Dhabi. Organised by SPE, the Technical Conference this year will feature 159 sessions across 12 categories, for which energy experts and engineers from around the world submit their work to be considered for presentation.

“As chairman of the ADIPEC Technical Conference, I am immensely proud to announce a historic milestone of 5,977 technical submissions received this year. This unprecedented volume of contributions underscores ADIPEC's vital role as a premier forum for innovative dialogue and exchange within the global energy sector. I extend my heartfelt thanks to all authors – the pioneering experts that continue to drive our industry forward, fostering the advancements and collaborative spirit necessary to meet the evolving demands of our world,” said Dr. Khaled Abdul Monem Al Kindi, Senior Vice President, Upper Zakum, ADNOC Offshore and ADIPEC 2024 Technical Conference Programme Chair.
Continuing its 40-year legacy of energy leadership and innovation, ADIPEC 2024 aims to be a driving force for accelerated energy action. This year, the event sets out a renewed vision, gathering diverse voices from communities, nations, and industries to find collective solutions that can deliver affordable, secure, and sustainable energy for all.

As a key part of ADIPEC’s portfolio of 10 conferences, the ADIPEC Technical Conference brings together the brightest minds and technical experts from across the energy value chain – the changemakers at the forefront of engineering, technology and industry innovation.

The two submission categories that saw the biggest increases were Energy Transition and Decarbonisation and AI and Digital Transformation, with 38% and 32% jumps respectively. These increases reveal the energy industry’s growing focus on emerging digital technologies and efforts to decarbonise in support of the energy transition, which are a major focus of ADIPEC this year, reflected across its dynamic conference and exhibition agenda.

A significant increase was also recorded in the number of submissions from Arab and African countries over last year, rising 50% and 28% respectively. Double-digit growth was also recorded in submissions from the Asia & Pacific Region, North America, and the Middle East. The ADIPEC Technical Conference also saw experts from 25% more companies submit their work for presentation.

Christopher Hudson, president of dmg events, the organiser of ADIPEC, said: "Decarbonisation presents many challenges and opportunities for all sectors. ADIPEC’s focus on platforming low-carbon energy innovations to power industry, empower lives, and accelerate global prosperity makes its Technical Conference a critical forum to advance a sustainable, secure and equitable energy future. This year’s record number of submissions, along with the substantial increases in geographical and category-specific contributions, highlights the alignment of our agenda with the industry's needs and the global commitment to be part of the solution."

NOGC 2023 explored the best strategic roadmap to leverage Namibia's oil and gas investments. (Image source: NOGC)

The Namibia Oil and Gas Conference is all set for a second edition in Windhoek from 20-22 August, following an eventful first edition in 2023 that explored the best strategic roadmap to leverage the region's oil and gas investments, especially from its resource powerhouse – Orange Basin 

This year's theme, Next Steps towards a Prosperous Oil and Gas Industry, will include insights and analyses, specific to Namibia's hydrocarbons sector, also delving into the region's energy revolution in areas such as local content, infrastructure and logistics. National and international stakeholders will be present at the event to speak on Namibia's procurement transparency and the country's role in the global oil and gas markets. Chevon's majority acquisition of the petroleum exploration license 82 (PEL 82) in May shows international interests in the region even beyond Orange Basin. 

“20-22 August 2024 will signify a landmark three days of engagement, empowerment, and energy. The second edition of the Namibia Oil and Gas Conference under the theme, The Next Steps Towards a Prosperous Oil and Gas Industry, comes to fruition based on unparalleled demand by industry players (international and local); public, private, academia and civil society stakeholders, as well as the general Namibian public from local entrepreneurs; to professionals across diverse sectors as well as the youth. The message is: Let’s fill the information gap; let’s network; let’s participate,” said Jason Kasuto, chairman, Economic Association of Namibia during the official launch of the second NOGC. This year's edition will be introducing pre-event, dedicated workshop sessions on skills development and capacity building in the oil, gas and energy sectors.

Creating sustainable value chains

Organised by the Economic Association of Namibia, Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board and the Hanns Seidel Foundation, NOGC 2024 is backed by the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia and the Namibian Ministry of Mines and Energy. The Ministry is working on a new, investor-friendly regulatory framework to balance out its 2030 hydrocarbon strategy, with first achieving oil and later getting large-scale green hydrogen projects started. Namibia will also be welcoming the inaugural Global African Hydrogen Summit (GAH2S) in Windhoek from 3-5 September this year to provide a platform for the global players in the hydrogen value chain to promote their projects in Africa.

“With over 70 renowned speakers covering relevant topics, panel discussions, masterclasses and exhibitions, the mission of the Economic Association of Namibia is clear – the Namibia Oil and Gas Conference 2024 has a strong focus on proposing ideas and strategies that will ensure that investments in the sector will not create an enclave around oil and gas production sites, but that investment will lead to the development of an integrated industrial base with backward and forward linkages to the rest of the economy, thus creating sustainable value chains, jobs and uplifting the living standards of Namibia’s people,” said Kasuto.