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Zawya
27-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Kosmos Energy Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Joins African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 Following Major Production Milestones
Andrew Inglis, Chairman and CEO of upstream energy company Kosmos Energy, has joined this year's African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025 conference – set for September 29 to October 3 in Cape Town – as a speaker. Inglis' participation at the event reinforces Kosmos Energy's commitment to fostering a transparent, collaborative and opportunity-driven energy environment across the continent, and follows a series of milestones made by the company in recent months. With operations spanning Senegal, Mauritania, Ghana, and Equatorial Guinea, Kosmos Energy continues to drive development across African energy markets and economies. From oil exploration and production to LNG development and exports, the company strives to unlock deepwater resources across the continent. Inglis' participation at AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025 aligns with this goal, with anticipated insights showcasing ongoing projects and future investment plans. AEW: Invest in African Energies is the platform of choice for project operators, financiers, technology providers and government, and has emerged as the official place to sign deals in African energy. Visit for more information about this exciting event. In the natural gas sector, the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) Phase 1 project – a joint venture between Kosmos Energy and supermajor bp – exported its first cargo of LNG in April 2025. Production at the field, which straddles the maritime boundary between Mauritania and Senegal, is now ramping up to the contracted sales volume, with potential to push higher towards, or beyond, the nameplate capacity of the floating LNG (FLNG) vessel of 2.7 million tons per annum. The project achieved first LNG production in February after the first well was officially opened in December 2024. In Equatorial Guinea, Kosmos Energy and its partners recently completed an infill drilling program on the Ceiba and Okume fields and activity is now focusing on well work to support current production levels. In addition, Kosmos Energy is working with the operator to reprocess existing seismic with modern technology to high grade the future infill drilling potential. The company sees opportunity offshore Equatorial Guinea and aims to develop an even deeper understanding of the subsurface before the next drilling campaign. Kosmos Energy holds a 40% participating interest in Block G, where the Ceiba and Okume fields are located, as well as interest in several other exploration blocks. Inglis' participation as a speaker at AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025 reflects Kosmos Energy's commitment to energy development in Africa. The company's involvement in this year's event – which serves as Africa's premier energy platform – highlights a drive to advance Africa's upstream oil and gas ambitions and its experience across several basins across the continent. 'Kosmos Energy has played a pivotal role in unlocking Africa's hydrocarbon potential, particularly in markets like Senegal, Mauritania, Equatorial Guinea and Ghana. Inglis' participation at AEW: Invest in African Energies underscores the importance of long-term investment, strategic partnerships and the role of independent operators in shaping Africa's energy future,' states Tomás Gerbasio, Vice President of Commercial and Strategic Engagement at the African Energy Chamber. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.
Zawya
05-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
African Energy Week (AEW) 2025: Mauritania Energy Minister to Showcase Investment-Ready Projects
Mauritania's Minister of Petroleum and Energy, Mohamed Ould Khaled, will attend African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025 — taking place from September 29 to October 3 in Cape Town — where he will promote the country's expanding portfolio of energy projects and underscore significant opportunities available to global investors. Following the commencement of production at the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) LNG project earlier this year, Mauritania is entering a new phase of energy-driven economic transformation. At AEW 2025, Minister Khaled is expected to spotlight the country's strategic ambitions across both natural gas and green hydrogen sectors, while emphasizing Mauritania's investor-friendly regulatory environment and international partnership potential. Developed by bp and Kosmos Energy in collaboration with national oil companies SMH (Mauritania) and Petrosen (Senegal), the GTA development represents one of Africa's most promising LNG ventures. Phase one is set to produce 2.3 million tons per annum (mtpa) of LNG, with a planned second phase to increase capacity to over 5 mtpa. Backed by over 425 billion cubic meters of gas reserves, GTA will serve as a long-term supply source for international markets, particularly Europe, while delivering substantial revenue, job creation and infrastructure benefits for Mauritania. Building on this momentum, Mauritania is advancing plans to develop the nearby BirAllah gas field, which holds an estimated 80 trillion cubic feet of reserves and could produce up to 10 million tons of LNG annually. The project includes a proposed midstream gas-to-power facility under an Independent Power Producer agreement, with production targeted by 2030 and a total development cost of $17 billion. Beyond BirAllah, Mauritania's natural gas potential is further supported by smaller prospects such as Banda and Pelican, which hold a combined reserve of approximately 1.2 trillion cubic feet. Minister Khaled's participation at AEW 2025 underscores Mauritania's commitment to securing global capital and technology partnerships, as the country positions itself as a competitive and forward-looking destination for energy investment. Beyond hydrocarbons, Mauritania is fast-tracking its clean energy agenda, aiming to produce 12.5 million tons of green hydrogen annually by 2035. The government is proactively advancing policy frameworks – becoming the first country in the world to pass a 'hydrogen code' law – to attract private sector investment and support project development. Key green hydrogen projects include the 30 GW Aman initiative by CWP Global and the 10 GW Project Nour led by Chariot, both of which leverage Mauritania's exceptional solar and wind resources. These projects are poised to position the country as a regional leader in low-carbon energy exports and industrialization. 'Minister Khaled's participation at AEW 2025 is a powerful statement of Mauritania's dedication to leveraging its energy resources for long-term economic transformation. As the country advances both LNG production and green hydrogen development, his engagement with global industry leaders and investors will be key to attracting the capital, technology and partnerships needed to turn Mauritania into a regional energy hub,' states NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber. AEW: Invest in African Energies is the platform of choice for project operators, financiers, technology providers and government, and has emerged as the official place to sign deals in African energy. Visit for more information about this exciting event. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.
Zawya
25-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Golar Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG),Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) Joins Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2025 Speaker Lineup
Federico Petersen, Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) of Golar LNG, will join the upcoming Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2025 Forum in Paris to discuss scaling LNG in Africa, overcoming infrastructure challenges and attracting investment. With Africa rapidly expanding its gas infrastructure, Petersen's insights are expected to showcase how innovative LNG solutions can support sustainable energy growth across the continent. As a global leader in floating LNG (FLNG) solutions, Golar LNG is advancing gas monetization across Africa. The company is actively involved in several key projects, including the Hilli Episeyo FLNG facility off the coast of Cameroon, operational since 2018, which plays a crucial role in unlocking regional gas resources with cost-effective, scalable LNG production. Golar LNG is also a key player in the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim project offshore Senegal and Mauritania, where it owns and operates the Gimi FLNG, which received its first feed gas in January 2025, marking a major milestone in LNG export operations. IAE 2025 ( is an exclusive forum designed to facilitate investment between African energy markets and global investors. Taking place May 13-14, 2025 in Paris, the event offers delegates two days of intensive engagement with industry experts, project developers, investors and policymakers. For more information, please visit To sponsor or participate as a delegate, please contact sales@ Additionally, Golar LNG is exploring further opportunities across the continent, including ventures in the Republic of Congo and Nigeria. In June 2024, the company signed an agreement with the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation to deploy an FLNG vessel in the Niger Delta, utilizing 500 million cubic feet of gas per day to generate LNG, propane and condensate, with a final investment decision expected later this year. The growth of LNG in Africa is set to accelerate in the coming years as key markets seek to tap into their vast natural gas reserves. As such, Petersen's participation at IAE 2025 is poised to showcase the pivotal role of FLNG in enhancing energy security, driving economic growth and fostering regional cooperation. As the global energy landscape shifts toward cleaner, more sustainable sources, LNG will remain crucial in powering Africa's future, offering a reliable transition fuel to support the continent's ambitious energy goals. With IAE 2025 as a platform for high-level dialogue and partnerships, the forum will provide an invaluable opportunity for stakeholders to explore the latest LNG developments, deepen collaboration and drive investments that will shape the future of African energy. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital&Power.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BP and Kosmos Energy's GTA project successfully exports first LNG cargo
The Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) Phase 1 project, a joint venture between bp and Kosmos Energy, has safely exported its first cargo of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the operation, located offshore Mauritania and Senegal. The landmark event, which took place after the completion of first cargo loading activities on 17 April 2025, establishes Mauritania and Senegal as LNG-exporting nations. The inaugural shipment of LNG was transferred to a carrier from the project's floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) vessel, located 10km offshore. Here, the natural gas was cryogenically cooled, liquefied and stored. The GTA Phase 1 project, once fully operational, is expected to yield approximately 2.4 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) of LNG to meet global energy demands. Additionally, gas volumes will be allocated for domestic use in both Mauritania and Senegal once the necessary infrastructure is in place. The GTA project began extracting gas from its offshore fields, which lie between Senegal and Mauritania, in January of this year. The extraction process involves wells in deep waters, with depths of up to 2,850m. The gas is then conveyed to a floating production storage and offloading (FPSO), vessel situated 40km away, for processing. Following processing at the FPSO, where the gas is refined to remove condensate, water and impurities, it is piped to the floating LNG vessel. The gas is then cooled, liquefied and stored before being loaded onto LNG carriers for export. Kosmos Energy initiated LNG production in February. The first gas flow from the GTA project to the FPSO occurred on 31 December last year, signifying the start of the commissioning process. "BP and Kosmos Energy's GTA project successfully exports first LNG cargo" was originally created and published by Offshore Technology, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
IOL News
22-04-2025
- Business
- IOL News
Africa's gas and liquified gas potential: tapping opportunities for sustainable growth
As Africa's gas and LNG potential continues to grow, African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies 2025 will highlight key opportunities and challenges in unlocking the continent's vast energy resources, driving economic growth and advancing energy security. Africa's natural gas and LNG potential is a cornerstone of the continent's energy future. According to the African Energy Chamber's (AEC) State of African Energy 2025 Outlook Report, Africa's gas reserves could support a fourfold increase in LNG exports by 2040. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Gas-to-power initiatives offer a vital solution to the continent's electricity access challenges while also providing a pathway to monetise, underutilised gas resources. With the right investments and collaborative efforts, Africa is poised to unlock the full potential of its gas sector, driving economic growth and energy security. Several large-scale projects are driving Africa's gas potential, with LNG exports seen as a critical part of the continent's energy future. Africa has the capacity to increase its LNG export capacity almost fourfold by 2040, says the AEC's report, with a projected 175 million tons of LNG per year. Currently, Africa's LNG exports stand at around 40 million tons, suggesting massive room for growth. Mozambique, a major growth driver for the continent's LNG sector, has the potential to achieve LNG export capacity of up to 50 million tons by 2040, though this potential has been tempered by security concerns, particularly in onshore areas. These challenges have led companies to look toward smaller offshore floating LNG (FLNG) solutions. For example, Eni's Coral North FLNG project in Mozambique is being developed incrementally as an offshore solution, though it remains smaller in scale than the onshore alternatives. Other key projects include significant developments in Senegal and Mauritania. These nations are set to become major LNG exporters, with developments such as the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) project – co-led by bp and international partners – expected to play a pivotal role in the continent's LNG growth, especially as it progresses to its second phase. While the path to realising Africa's gas and LNG potential presents challenges, there are significant opportunities for growth. Developing both domestic and export markets is crucial to fully unlocking the continent's gas resources. Large-scale pipeline projects, such as the West African Gas Pipeline and Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline, could play a vital role in connecting African gas to additional markets, including Europe. Although these projects face financing and political complexities, successful collaboration and strategic investments can pave the way for their advancement, unlocking new economic opportunities and expanding Africa's energy reach. Security remains one of the most significant risks, particularly in regions like Mozambique, where insurgencies have already disrupted major projects. While offshore FLNG projects, such as Coral North, provide a more flexible and secure option, they also come with higher capital costs and reduced production capacity compared to onshore facilities. Africa's growing role in the global energy market, along with its proximity to key international markets, positions it as a critical player in the future of natural gas. The Chamber's report emphasises that Africa's gas potential can be fully realised with the right investments, including de-risking strategies, improved regulatory frameworks, and greater collaboration among governments, industry stakeholders, and financiers. This year's African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies conference provides a platform for addressing challenges and opportunities within Africa's gas and LNG sector and discussing strategies for unlocking Africa's full energy potential. - Africa Energy Chamber
