Connect with us
Anglostratits

Business

MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power Welcomes Institut National du Pétrole et du Gaz (INPG) Director General Aguibou Ba as Speaker

Published

4 years ago

on

Aguibou Ba

Representing the National Institute of Oil and Gas, Aguibou Ba will be leading discussions on local content and capacity building, positioning the local workforce at the center of the MSGBC’s gas rush

DAKAR, Senegal, July 7, 2022/APO Group/ — 

Energy Capital & Power (ECP) (https://EnergyCapitalPower.com/) is proud to announce that Aguibou Ba, Director General of the Institut National du Pétrole et du Gaz (INPG), will attend the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power conference (https://bit.ly/3RtuAkL) from September 1-2, 2022, to drive the conversation around local content and capacity building as he continues to make a strong case for the role of the local workforce in Africa’s gas future. With the MSGBC basin witnessing an influx in investor interest as large-scale energy developments take off, Ba, as an advocate for developing national expertise across the energy sector, will help redefine the future of the MSGBC region’s energy, a future driven by an equipped and highly competitive local workforce.

The INPG was established in 2017 by the Senegalese State under a mandate to develop national expertise and promote the employment of Senegalese men and women in the oil and gas sector. Following the discovery of sizeable oil and gas reserves in 2014 and 2016, the government moved to establish an organization to train, develop and up-skill the local workforce, thereby positioning Senegalese men and women at the forefront of industry growth.

During the region’s official energy conference, Aguibou Ba will help drive the discussion on capacity building and skill transfer

The INPG’s mission covers two general fields: capacity building and information provision. First and foremost, the INPG provides a world class institution specializing in the training of engineers, technicians and operators in the oil and gas professions as well as the capacity building of administrations, industry and researchers on academical knowledge and industrial technique related to oil and gas. The discoveries at Sangomar and Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA), and subsequent project developments including the 15 trillion cubic feet transnational GTA project and the 100,000 barrel per day Sangomar development project, have created significant opportunities for the local workforce, and the INPG is tasked with ensuring Senegalese workers are set up with the necessary skills and expertise to lead these projects.

However, the INPG goes one step further, serving as the primary institution for stakeholders to attain oil and gas related information while serving as a facilitator to local content alignment. Specifically, the institution offers support for academical and technological research in the fields of oil and gas while promoting international cooperation and partnership in the sector. As Senegal’s energy sector began to expand and more international players made their way to the country, with a mandate to promote local workforce participation, the government updated local content legislation, including specific amendments that classified operation types and local content deliverables under Decree 2021-2049. Notably, reforms emphasize that goods and services that could be adequately fulfilled by local companies should be and in such an instance where the local workforce lacks the technical and financial capacity, partnerships should be formed between the local workforce and their international counterparts. In this regard, the INPG serves to promote such partnerships, providing information and technical training and certifications to local companies to strengthen cooperation.  

While more can be done to strengthen the local workforce, the INPG has and continues to make significant strides towards developing both a capable and competitive Senegalese market. With over 16 years’ experience in engineering, training and management in the oil and gas industry, Ba is tasked with developing the premier training platform for the oil and gas industry, and for his part, has been instrumental in improving human capital development on a localized basis, serving as Director General of the INPG and strengthening local content and capacity building across Senegal. By coming to MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2022 – the official meeting place for regional and international energy leaders and players – Ba will expand on local content discussions, promoting the role institutions such as the INPG play in strengthening Africa’s domestic markets.

“Senegal aims to achieve a 50% local content ratio by 2030 and institutions such as the INPG will be instrumental for making this objective a reality. By training the local workforce in line with international industry standards while enabling partnerships that prioritize the participation of local companies and players, the INPG has placed local content at the center of industry growth. During the region’s official energy conference, Aguibou Ba will help drive the discussion on capacity building and skill transfer, making a strong case for local content in MSGBC’s energy future,” states Sandra Jeque, International Conference Director for ECP.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.

Related Topics:
Continue Reading
Advertisement

Business

Senegal’s President and Energy Minister Confirm Official Patronage at MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2026

Published

10 hours ago

on

August 18, 2026

By

African Energy Chamber

MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2026 will take place from 1-3 December in Dakar under the High Patronage of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and in partnership with the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum of the Republic of Senegal

DAKAR, Senegal, August 18, 2026/APO Group/ —MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2026 has confirmed the official participation of Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Minister of Energy and Petroleum Dr. El Hadji Abdourahmane Diouf at this year’s event, set to take place 1-3 December at the Centre International de Conférences Abdou Diouf (CICAD) in Dakar.

Held under the High Patronage of President Faye and in partnership with the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum, MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2026 reflects the Senegalese government’s commitment to advancing energy sector investment and development across the MSGBC basin.

Minister Diouf assumed office in June 2026 following the formation of Senegal’s new government, which restructured the former Ministry of Energy, Petroleum and Mines into separate portfolios to place dedicated institutional focus on the country’s expanding hydrocarbons sector. He previously served as Minister of Higher Education, Research and Innovation and as Minister of the Environment and Ecological Transition.

Their participation comes as Senegal consolidates its position as a new oil and gas producer. The Sangomar field produced 17.9 million barrels in the first half of 2026, while the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim LNG project – shared with Mauritania – is now operating at full capacity following its first export cargo in early 2025.

Organized under the theme Powering Investment, Delivering Prosperity: Executing the Region’s Energy Strategy, MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2026 will convene heads of state, ministers, investors, operators and development partners to shape the next phase of energy investment across Mauritania, Senegal, The Gambia, Guinea-Bissau and Guinea-Conakry.

For more information and registration, visit www.msgbcoilgasandpower.com https://apo-opa.co/4xL10v4.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.

Continue Reading

Energy

Energy Intensive Users Group of Southern Africa (EIUG) and VUKA Group announce joint EIUG Conference and C&I Energy + Storage Summit

Published

10 hours ago

on

August 18, 2026

By

Energy

The EIUG Conference will provide a platform for open dialogue on electricity industry challenges and opportunities

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, August 18, 2026/APO Group/ –The Energy Intensive Users Group of Southern Africa (EIUG), together with VUKA Group (https://WeAreVUKA.com/), will co‑host the EIUG Conference alongside the C&I Energy + Storage Summit, created by VUKA Group, on 28–29 October 2026 at The Maslow Hotel, Sandton.

The EIUG Conference is more than a gathering – it is a platform to shape South Africa’s industrial energy future

The EIUG Conference will provide a platform for open dialogue on electricity industry challenges and opportunities. It will bring together government, industry leaders, energy‑intensive consumers, and service providers to exchange perspectives, strengthen industrial competitiveness, and explore solutions for South Africa’s energy future.

The two‑day programme features ministerial and industry keynotes, panel discussions on tariff escalation, carbon tax, CBAM, and electricity market reforms, as well as masterclasses on financing, digitalisation, grid security, and hydrogen development.

Delegates will also benefit from networking functions, case study presentations, and practical workshops designed to accelerate the just energy transition.

“The EIUG Conference is more than a gathering – it is a platform to shape South Africa’s industrial energy future,” says Fanele Mondi, EIUG CEO. “ By bringing together government, industry, and service providers, we aim to foster open dialogue and practical solutions that support competitiveness, sustainability, and resilience.”

For more information, visit EIUG Conference (https://apo-opa.co/4x0Wzwd).

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of VUKA Group.

Continue Reading

Business

JSCCIB Joins Forces with Public Sector and World Bank to Launch “The Bangkok Business Summit 2026: Reinvent Thailand, Resilient ASEAN”

Published

16 hours ago

on

August 18, 2026

By

Bangkok Business Summit

Driving the Thai Economy and Charting New Strategic Pathways for the Future of ASEAN
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 August 2026 – The Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry, and Banking (JSCCIB), comprising the Thai Bankers’ Association, the Board of Trade of Thailand, and the Federation of Thai Industries, in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance, the Bank of Thailand, the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC), and the World Bank, has announced its readiness to convene a high-level leadership conference, ‘The Bangkok Business Summit 2026,’ under the theme ‘Reinvent Thailand, Resilient ASEAN.’

To be held at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), the summit will showcase the vision of public-private sector collaboration aimed at restructuring Thailand’s economy. This event serves as a milestone paving the way toward the IMF-World Bank Group Annual Meetings 2026, which Thailand will proudly host in Bangkok in October 2026, as well as Thailand’s upcoming ASEAN Chairmanship in 2028.

A key highlight of The Bangkok Business Summit 2026 includes a keynote address entitled ‘Thailand’s Offer to the World’ by Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister of Thailand. The address will declare Thailand’s readiness as a global investment hub, shifting the nation from cost-based competition to enhancing capabilities, innovation, and digital infrastructure. Furthermore, Dr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, will deliver a policy address on ‘Unlocking the Next Growth Engines for Thailand & ASEAN,’ revealing policy reform steps designed to unlock private sector investment and drive the country’s new economic engines. Professor Dr. Yodchanan Wongsawat, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, will address positioning Thailand as a regional investment platform for high-tech industries.

Mr. Payong Srivanich, Chairman of the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry, and Banking (JSCCIB), stated that this event aims to answer a critical question: How can Thailand transform global shifts and its central location in ASEAN into new opportunities for investment, job creation, and sustainable growth?

“The Bangkok Business Summit 2026 is not merely a platform for exchanging perspectives, but a venue where Thailand presents its concrete strengths, opportunities, and development directions to the global business community—bridging the government’s vision, recommendations from international organizations, and the practical expertise of the private sector,” Mr. Payong stated.”Thailand’s challenge today is not just growth, but building competitive growth in a rapidly changing world. We need a platform for collaborative efforts to ‘Reinvent Thailand’ by creating new economic engines and elevating our competitiveness so Thailand can capture new opportunities and become an integral part of a ‘Resilient ASEAN’ capable of adapting to global dynamics.”

Key Highlights & Session Overview

Special Keynote: Mr. Vitai Ratanakorn, Governor of the Bank of Thailand, will present on ‘Thailand’s New Horizons: From Ambition to Delivery.’
Global Insights Panel: Featuring in-depth discussions with Mr. Carlos Felipe Jaramillo, World Bank Vice President for East Asia and Pacific, Mr. Sarvesh Suri, Regional Vice President for Asia and Pacific, The International Finance Corporation (IFC), and Mr. John W.H. Denton, Secretary General of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) exchanging views on economic trends, investments, and business opportunities.
Report Launch: Launch of the World Bank’s latest report, ‘Building Thailand’s Future Today: The Investment and Growth Playbook.’ The report proposes a roadmap for Thailand to achieve high-income country status through investment and reforms that create jobs, boost productivity, and lay the foundation for long-term growth, highlighting potential industries such as advanced manufacturing, sustainable & wellness tourism, digital services, agriculture & food, and the creative economy.
Luncheon Discussion: Thai Beverage Public Company Limited will host a special session entitled ‘Growth Reaches Communities: Sufficiency Economy Philosophy,’ presenting the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy as a framework that creates balance, strength, and sustainability from local communities to the business sector and macroeconomy.
Afternoon Tracks

Track 1: Building Resilience (Infrastructure, Energy, and Digital Finance): Led by Mr. Piti Disyatat, Deputy Governor for Monetary Stability, Bank of Thailand, in building competitiveness and the ability to attract future industries to the country. The session will include discussions on the topics of ‘Efficient Energy & Low-Carbon Infrastructure’ and ‘Policy Architecture and Low-Carbon Cities in Action’ focusing on investing in key infrastructure that will drive the industrial transition to a low-carbon society, with leaders from various sectors, including the Ministry of Energy, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, PTT Public Company Limited, Gulf Energy Development Public Company Limited, Siam Cement Public Company Limited, Thai Airways Public Company Limited, and Google LLC and the topic of ‘Building Thailand’s Trusted Economy: Digital Public Infrastructure for Inclusive Growth,’ focusing on digital public infrastructure in the financial sector for sustainable growth, and safe and inclusive digital finance, with senior executives from Bangkok Bank, Krungsri Bank, TMBThanachart Bank, and Ascend Money.
Track 2: New Horizons (Future Industries, Agri-Food, and Human-Centric Economy): Led by Professor Dr. Yodchanan Wongsawat, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, focusing on developing high-potential talent within organizations and positioning Thailand as a regional investment platform for high-tech industries, semiconductors, AI infrastructure, and advanced R&D.
Additionally, the Bangkok Business Summit 2026 will feature a panel discussion titled ‘The Future of Agrifood Business.’ Under the concept of Elevating to a Regional Strategic Asset, leaders from top companies including Sea Value PCL and Olam Agri (Singapore) will share their perspectives on how Thailand’s agrifood industry is evolving beyond its traditional role as the ‘Kitchen of the World’ to become a vital strategic asset for regional food security, and another discussion on ‘The Future of the Human-Centric Economy,’ integrating health, wellness, tourism, and the creative economy centered around people rather than isolated sectors. Panelists include Minor International, Bangkok Dusit Medical Services (BDMS), and Cerecin.

Closing & Actions

To conclude the summit, leaders from the three JSCCIB member organizations will summarize actionable proposals to transform insights into concrete practices. These encompass enhancing competitiveness, building investment ecosystems, and developing future industries. The event will culminate in the signing of a Letter of Intent for Cooperation on the Digital & AI Compact between Thailand’s economic agencies and the World Bank.

 

Continue Reading

Trending