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PetroNor Exploration & Production (E&P) Chairman to Spearhead Sustainable Oil Practice Dialogue at African Energy Week (AEW) 2023

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PetroNor E&P Chairman Eyas Alhomouz will deliver a keynote address at African Energy Week 2023, providing insight into the independent oil and gas company’s African exploration efforts as well as sustainability practices

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, July 19, 2023/APO Group/ — 

Independent oil and gas company PetroNor has been advancing its footprint across the African energy sector, driving the next wave of sustainable oil and gas developments. Leveraging its experience and strong partnership potential, the company is awakening new hydrocarbon plays continent-wide while accelerating the development and monetization of resources in mature markets. As an independent, PetroNor E&P serves as an example for other E&P companies looking at strengthening their presence and investing in Africa’s oil and gas space, as the company progresses with its exploration agenda, a wave of upstream success is on the horizon for Africa.

This year’s edition of the African Energy Week (AEW) conference – taking place in Cape Town from October 16-20 – serves as a platform where independents such as PetroNor can accelerate their E&P efforts in Africa. The event, representing the biggest gathering of energy stakeholders on the continent, connects African governments and policymakers with global investors and project developers, and this year, PetroNor E&P Chairman Eyas Alhomouz will return to the conference as a keynote speaker.

As the Chairman, Alhomouz plays an instrumental part in driving the company’s exploration and production agenda. Having worked in various positions across the global oil and gas sector, including in the United States, Middle East and North Africa, Alhomouz has garnered significant expertise in oilfield services, business development and management. Before taking on the role as Chairman at PetroNor E&P, Alhomouz worked for Schlumberger Oilfield Service – now SLB; Cromwell Energy; Prism Seismic and Jaidah Energy. A degree in Chemical Engineering and Masters in Mineral and Energy Economics further consolidate his position as an industry expert.

At PetroNor E&P, this experience has enabled him to lead the company from one success into another. As a rising E&P player worldwide, PetroNor E&P continues to showcase its potential as a strong and reputable oil and gas competitor as well as fierce advocate for the sustainable development of hydrocarbons. PetroNor E&P has a commitment to operating responsibly and to endeavors that enrich the communities in which it operates. As such, PetroNor E&P is spearheading corporate social investments, with various programs underway to bolster capacity building and community outreach. These include a Power to Educate program, aimed at supporting O&G training in emerging countries; a Tertiary Technical Capacity Development initiative, aimed at improving access to quality education; a platform for advancing gas-based energy solutions for households and health initiatives aimed at training local health and medical professionals while investing in facilities.

Independent oil and gas companies such as PetroNor have set a benchmark for the global energy industry

The company deploys state-of-the-art technology across its upstream portfolio with the aim of maximizing operational efficiency and reducing environmental impacts. With a focus on sub-Saharan Africa, the company currently has multiple licenses in West Africa, including the Republic of Congo, The Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, Senegal and Nigeria.

The company continues to make progress across the MSGBC region, where major offshore projects have revealed the potential for both shallow and deepwater finds. PetroNor E&P holds interests in the A4 license in The Gambia as well as a 90% operating stake in Senegal’s exploration blocks ­– the Rufisque Offshore Profond and Senegal Offshore Sud Profond. This year, PetroNor E&P signed an agreement to farm-out 100% of its participating interest in the Sinapa and Esperança licenses offshore Guinea-Bissau, enabling the company to strengthen its balance sheet and redirect capital and technology to other regional exploration drilling campaigns.

Meanwhile, in the Republic of Congo, PetroNor E&P continues to make strides towards increasing production on the back of upstream drilling. The company commenced with infill drilling in May 2023 on the Tschibeli field. The first half of the year saw PetroNor E&P average gross production of 30,330 barrels per day, representing a 15% increase year-on-year and made possible through strong contributions from six wells on the Litanzi and Tchibelie fields drilled in 2022. Also in 2022, PetroNor E&P completed the acquisition of Panoro Energy’s interest in Offshore Mining License 113 in Nigeria, comprising the Aje oil and gas field.

“Independent oil and gas companies such as PetroNor have set a benchmark for the global energy industry. Placing sustainability at the core, PetroNor is not only a strong competitor in the African oil and gas market but is at the forefront of economic growth through its focus on social investment, capacity building and outreach. For Africa to unlock the true potential of its oil and gas resources, the continent needs companies such as PetroNor,” states NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber (AEC). “We are excited to once again host Alhomouz in Cape Town for AEW and look forward to the discussions he will be leading regarding the E&P-sustainability nexus in Africa.”

During AEW 2023, Alhomouz will participate in several panel discussions and presentations centered on African exploration and production; integrating sustainable oilfield practices in future developments; and the role independent oil and gas companies play in Africa’s energy future. His engagement through various networking forums and investors summits is aimed at driving new deals across Africa, with a series of updates regarding PetroNor E&P’s long-term agenda will be provided.

AEW is the AEC’s annual conference, exhibition and networking event. AEW 2023 unites African energy stakeholders with investors and international partners to drive industry growth and development and promote Africa as the destination for energy investments. For more information, visit www.AECWeek.com

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.

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Building a Knowledge Hub for China-ASEAN Energy Cooperation

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NANNING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 September 2026 – During the 23rd China-ASEAN Expo and the China-ASEAN Business and Investment Summit, China Southern Power Grid showcased a range of innovations designed to support energy cooperation between China and ASEAN. These included the DaWatt – Lao Language Large Language Model (LLM) for the Energy and Power Sector V2.0 and the Flexible Grayscale Intelligent Monitoring & Analysis Platform for power system cybersecurity, highlighting expanding opportunities for cooperation in digitalization, intelligent technologies and green energy.

The Lao-language LLM has been deployed at Electricité du Laos Transmission Company Limited (EDL-T), where it can automatically analyze thousands of inspection images within a short period of time. After its algorithms were optimized for Laos’ mountainous and rainforest terrain, the model completed intelligent inspection analysis for four transmission lines, processing 26,000 drone inspection images and identifying more than 3,600 equipment defects.

 




 
 

Liu Ying, general manager of the Digitalization Department at Guangxi Power Grid Co., Ltd., said the company has been building multilingual professional corpora for the power sector, covering ASEAN countries including Laos, Vietnam and Malaysia. Drawing on the capabilities of the DaWatt foundation model, the company is developing energy and power models tailored to ASEAN languages and real-world power industry applications.

Talent development is another focus of the cooperation. The China-ASEAN Institute of Energy, jointly established by Guangxi Power Grid Co., Ltd. and Guangxi University, is exploring an industry-university training model with a strong emphasis on practical experience. So far, two cohorts totaling 53 students from ASEAN countries have enrolled.

Cooperation is also evolving from one-way training toward joint innovation. Guangxi Power Grid Co., Ltd. and the Royal Academy of Cambodia have jointly established a laboratory for artificial intelligence and safety equipment, while the company has also launched peer-to-peer exchanges with Electricité du Laos on improving power supply reliability.

To address language barriers in cross-border technical exchanges, Guangxi Power Grid Co., Ltd. has developed an AI-powered translation platform backed by a specialized database containing terminology for more than 1,800 types of power equipment. The platform supports accurate translation between Chinese and English, Chinese and Lao, and Chinese and Vietnamese.

At a recent training program for Chinese and overseas engineers, the system supported one-click generation of bilingual course materials and real-time speech translation, helping participants navigate highly specialized power-sector terminology.

To support regular international exchanges, Guangxi Power Grid Co., Ltd. has also established an international talent pool covering management, technical and skilled personnel. It has developed 24 hours of courses on international affairs as well as 20 short-form video courses.

“This year, we will also explore joint postgraduate programs with universities in ASEAN countries,” said Sun Xiaohua, deputy director of the Human Resources Department at Guangxi Power Grid Co., Ltd.

Looking ahead, Guangxi Power Grid Co., Ltd. plans to further advance a development model featuring “R&D in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangdong, integration in Guangxi, and application in ASEAN.” The company will continue expanding its multilingual power-sector corpora and explore a “Token Goes Global” model for power-sector AI, with computing resources and models based in Guangxi while knowledge services are delivered overseas. The effort is aimed at creating new forms of China-ASEAN energy cooperation and supporting the green development of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0.
 




 

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24th Sichuan Guangwu Mountain International Red Leaf Festival to Showcase Asia’s Spectacular Autumn Colors

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BAZHONG, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 September 2026 – The 24th Sichuan Guangwu Mountain International Red Leaf Festival will run from October 1 to November 18 at the Guangwu Mountain Tourism Area in Bazhong, Sichuan Province, China.

Located in southwest China, Guangwu Mountain boasts a forest coverage rate of 97%, earning its reputation as a “natural oxygen bar.” Each autumn, 680 square kilometers of mountain forests burst into a dazzling palette. Over 40 tree species, including Fagus pashanica, maples and lindens, weave the mountains into a stunning autumn landscape.

Known as “Asia’s longest natural red carpet,” the Mountain has become a top autumn destination for backpackers, photographers and travelers seeking immersive cultural and nature experiences, and is widely recognized as one of western China’s signature autumn attractions.

 




 
 

The tourism area caters to international visitors who prefer slower-paced, in-depth, off-the-beaten-path travel. The new Yanziling Loop Boardwalk, launched in May 2026, winds along mountain cliffs, with a sea of clouds rolling beneath visitors’ feet and brilliant foliage unfolding alongside the trail, creating the feeling of “stepping into a painting.”

Guangwu Mountain offers a wealth of outdoor attractions. Highlights include the 1,888-meter Red Leaf Coaster and a glass water slide certified by Guinness World Record, combining thrilling experiences with stunning natural scenery.

The large-scale immersive production “New Dream of Guangwu Mountain” integrates cutting-edge light and visual technology with Bashan folklore and traditions, transforming the forest into an atmospheric nighttime experience. Visitors can also enjoy welcome performances and interactive robot activities, which offer more ways to discover the mountain’s late-autumn charm.

A major highlight of this year’s festival is the newly completed Micang Avenue. Stretching 85 kilometers, the route connects seven core scenic spots, including Guangwu Mountain, Micang Mountain, and Nuoshui River, reducing a four-hour drive to just one hour. Lined with continuous stretches of colorful forest and layered peaks, the avenue brings brand-new travel experiences for autumn foliage enthusiasts.

The festival will also feature cultural, sports and international exchange activities, including the third season of the “Sending You a Red Leaf” campaign, the China Micang Avenue International Road Cycling Race, and the “World Red Leaf Landmark” global collection campaign.

In addition, 31 scenic attractions and 18 museums and cultural venues across Bazhong will provide special ticket offers and visitor benefits during the festival.

Across mountains and seas, Guangwu Mountain invites visitors from around the world to witness one of China’s most vibrant red-and-gold autumn displays.
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DHL Invests in Greater Middle East-Africa Connectivity with New Aviation Lane

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The investment also reflects shifting global supply chains, as companies diversify sourcing, manufacturing and customer markets beyond traditional corridors

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, September 21, 2026/APO Group/ —
  • New weekly B767/F Bahrain-Johannesburg service strengthens Sub-Saharan Africa connectivity and supports growing trade flows between Africa, the Gulf and global markets

DHL Express (www.DHL.com) has marked an important milestone in its regional aviation network with the successful operation of the first direct DHL flight between Bahrain and South Africa.

The inaugural flight arrived at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, opening a new weekly aviation lane operated by a DHL Express B767/F freighter. The route reinforces DHL’s continued investment in strengthening Sub-Saharan Africa network connectivity, expanding heavier-weight capability, improving flexibility and supporting growing trade flows between the Middle East and Africa.

 




  

As trade between Africa and the Middle East develops, businesses need resilient, well-connected logistics networks. The new service provides greater inbound and outbound capacity for South Africa and neighbouring countries through the DHL Johannesburg Hub, one of the company’s key gateways on the continent.

 

The investment also reflects shifting global supply chains, as companies diversify sourcing, manufacturing and customer markets beyond traditional corridors. Bahrain’s position as a gateway between Africa, the Gulf and Asia make it an important link for businesses seeking faster access to international markets.

 

Every new connection we introduce is designed with our customers in mind

“Every new connection we introduce is designed with our customers in mind. As global trade routes diversify and economic ties between Africa and the Middle East continue to strengthen, we are seeing powerful geographical tailwinds creating new opportunities for businesses. Demand is growing across sectors such as healthcare, technology, manufacturing and cross-border e-commerce, all of which rely on fast, reliable international logistics,” said Anthony Beckley, Vice President of Operations and Aviation for DHL Express Sub-Saharan Africa.

 

“While this first direct DHL flight between Bahrain and South Africa is a significant network milestone, its real value lies in the opportunities it creates for customers.”

 

 

South Africa is one of DHL’s Geographic Tailwinds markets, reflecting its growing role in global trade flows and its potential to drive future trade growth. And Johannesburg remains a critical gateway in DHL’s SSA network, linking South Africa and neighbouring markets to global opportunities through Bahrain and the wider DHL aviation network. Through continued investment in routes, aircraft capacity and hub connectivity, DHL is supporting customers across this dynamic lane.

 

“DHL Express is the only logistics provider operating a dedicated intra-regional air fleet across the Middle East, connecting customers through Bahrain with major global gateways including Hong Kong, Leipzig and Cincinnati,” said Richard Gale, Vice President of Aviation, DHL Express MENA.

 

“Bahrain’s position at the crossroads of Africa and the Middle East makes it an ideal hub for customers seeking faster, more reliable access across these growing trade corridors. We are pleased to add this direct Johannesburg connection as economic ties between Africa and the Gulf deepen.”

 

DHL remains committed to helping customers seize opportunities created by changing trade patterns and expanding economic relationships.

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