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Stellantis Middle East & Africa Through its Brand Citroën MEA endorses “La Croisière Verte” Expedition in Fully Electric Citroën AMI

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The journey has officially departed from Ouarzazate, Morocco, country where the Citroën AMI is produced and distributed, underscoring the vehicle’s roots in the region

CASABLANCA, Morocco, October 31, 2024/APO Group/ — 

Stellantis Middle East & Africa (MEA) (www.Stellantis.com) is endorsing “La Croisière Verte”, a remarkable 14,000-kilometer journey across Africa in four fully-electric Citroën AMIs, organized by entrepreneur and former rally driver Éric Vigouroux. This event celebrates 100 years since André Citroën’s legendary “Croisière Noire”, capturing the same adventurous spirit, now routed towards sustainable mobility.

To honor this centenary, Éric Vigouroux has taken up the challenge of retracing this iconic route with electric vehicles powered entirely by renewable energy. Launched with a symbolic send-off at the Mondial de l’Auto in Paris (Paris Motor show) by Mr. Henri-Jacques Citroën, grandson of André Citroën, “La Croisière Verte” serves as a call for environmental awareness and green travel across Africa. Stellantis MEA with its Brand Citroën MEA join this mission as a committed partner through its Citroën Ami brand, highlighting a shared vision for advancing sustainable mobility on African continent.

The journey has officially departed from Ouarzazate, Morocco, country where the Citroën AMI is produced and distributed, underscoring the vehicle’s roots in the region. This challenging route will highlight the AMI’s compact, energy-efficient design, which can successfully traverse diverse terrains. The vehicles, equipped with onboard solar kits by the organizers, are fully self-sufficient in generating their power – an impressive feat that demonstrates the potential of micro-mobility in even the most demanding conditions.

At Stellantis, our goal is to lead the micro-electromobility transformation across Middle east & Africa by leveraging our deep understanding of the market

As part of Stellantis’ Dare Forward 2030 vision, Stellantis MEA is committed to making clean and accessible mobility a reality across the Middle East and Africa—a region with unique market dynamics and increasing demand for affordable transport options. With a population of 2 billion and approximately 4 million new car sales annually, the MEA region represents a vast opportunity for micro-electromobility. Stellantis envisions this segment as a bridge between two-wheelers and traditional pre-owned vehicles, offering a fresh solution for urban and regional mobility.

“At Stellantis, our goal is to lead the micro-electromobility transformation across Middle east & Africa by leveraging our deep understanding of the market, our robust distribution networks, and our advanced industrial ecosystem,” said Samir Cherfan, Chief Operating Officer of Stellantis MEA. “Our Kenitra plant in Morocco plays a central role in this mission, producing a range of electric micro-mobility vehicles exclusively for the region. Beginning with the Citroën AMI, production has since expanded to include the Opel Rocks-e and the Fiat Topolino, models specifically crafted for urban mobility that showcase Stellantis’s commitment to accessible and sustainable transportation. With an annual production capacity of 70,000 units, our Kenitra plant solidifies our competitive edge in regional industrialization, local supplier networks, and engineering expertise.”

The Citroën AMI illustrates this micro-mobility revolution, with over 65,000 units sold since its launch across 17 countries, including Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and South America. Globally recognized, including winning the ‘Grand Prix du Design Automobile 2024’, the Citroen AMI’s success is also evident in Morocco, which boasts the world’s largest Citroën AMI fleet. In collaboration with ‘Poste Maroc’, 225 Citroen AMIs are actively used to support postal services in Casablanca and Rabat, reflecting the vehicle’s durability, low environmental footprint, and operational efficiency. This extensive adoption showcases the Citroën AMI’s adaptability for both urban commutes and more adventurous activities like “La Croisiére Verte.”

Stellantis MEA remains steadfast in advancing the electric vehicle landscape, ensuring that sustainable micromobility becomes a reality across the Middle East and Africa. As “La Croisiére Verte” gets on its historic journey, it signifies the next frontier of mobility, showing how compact, efficient electric vehicles can transform transportation in some of the world’s most dynamic regions. Stellantis MEA is committed to driving this transformation, focused on empowering communities with forward-thinking, innovative mobility solutions for a sustainable future.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Stellantis.

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Liberia to Preview Next Oil & Gas Licensing Round Strategy at Houston Investor Day

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The Liberia Petroleum Regulatory Authority will host operators, investors and partners in Houston on August 19 to preview future licensing opportunities and showcase the exploration potential of its offshore basins

HOUSTON, United States of America, August 7, 2026/APO Group/ –The Liberia Petroleum Regulatory Authority (LPRA) will present its strategy for the country’s next offshore licensing round at Liberia Investor Day Houston on August 19, bringing together international exploration companies, investors, service providers and energy leaders to discuss the next phase of Liberia’s upstream development.

Hosted in partnership with Energy Capital & Power, the event will provide a platform for the LPRA, led by Director General Hon. Marilyn T. Logan, to outline Liberia’s regulatory framework, investment priorities and plans to attract new participation across the country’s offshore sector. Discussions will focus on upcoming licensing opportunities, exploration prospects and the subsurface data supporting future investment decisions.

Liberia’s offshore sector is entering a new phase of exploration activity, with renewed international participation and a growing pipeline of opportunities. Following the award and ratification of eight Production Sharing Contracts in 2025, Liberia has re-established itself as a frontier exploration destination, with international operators advancing work programs designed to further evaluate the country’s petroleum potential. TotalEnergies is progressing exploration activities that include offshore geochemical surveys, 3D seismic acquisition and seabed mapping, while Oranto Petroleum has also signed contracts to explore Liberia’s offshore.

At the Liberia Investor Day Houston, the LPRA will provide industry stakeholders with insight into the priorities shaping the next licensing round, including the anticipated process, qualification requirements, available acreage and access to technical data. The engagement will give prospective investors a clearer view of Liberia’s exploration landscape and the opportunities emerging across its offshore basins.

The event will also facilitate direct dialogue between LPRA and the global upstream community, connecting companies with policymakers and industry stakeholders involved in shaping Liberia’s next chapter of petroleum development.

As exploration companies continue to seek new frontier opportunities, Liberia Investor Day Houston will highlight the role of regulatory certainty, data availability and strategic partnerships in unlocking long-term investment across Liberia’s offshore sector.

Registration is now open for attendees. Companies interested in Liberia’s emerging offshore opportunities are invited to join LPRA, investors and upstream leaders in Houston for insights into the country’s licensing strategy and exploration outlook. For more information contact info@energycapitalpower.com.

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

 

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Beyond Stabroek: Guyana’s Offshore Basin Attracts New Wave of Exploration Investment

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As ExxonMobil advances appraisal activity in Stabroek and new operators target frontier acreage, Guyana is attracting global capital and building a diversified offshore portfolio designed to sustain long-term growth

GEORGETOWN, Guyana, August 7, 2026/APO Group/ –Guyana’s transformation into one of the world’s fastest-growing oil producers is entering a new phase, with a growing network of IOCs expanding exploration activity across the country’s offshore basin. Beyond the landmark discoveries that first put Guyana on the global energy map, new drilling campaigns and licensing partnerships are creating a broader exploration ecosystem designed to support long-term production growth.

At the center of this momentum is ExxonMobil’s continued exploration and appraisal activity in the prolific Stabroek Block. The company has submitted a proposal for a 35-well exploration and appraisal drilling campaign, expected to run from 2028 through 2033, pending regulatory approval. The program would build on more than 30 commercial discoveries already made in the block, with drilling activity focused on evaluating new prospects and appraising existing discoveries to support future development opportunities.

Exploration activity is also extending into Guyana’s frontier acreage, with ExxonMobil advancing drilling operations at the deepwater Canje Block. The company has deployed the Noble Stena Carron drillship for exploration activity, highlighting continued industry interest in evaluating Guyana’s underexplored offshore potential beyond the established Stabroek Block.

Guyana’s strong exploration outlook comes as the country’s economy continues to benefit from rapid oil sector expansion, with hydrocarbons expected to remain a key driver of exports, government revenues and economic growth. As production scales up, attracting additional investment across exploration, services and infrastructure will be critical to supporting the next phase of development.

That momentum is being reinforced through partnerships established under Guyana’s 2023 offshore licensing round. A consortium comprising TotalEnergies, QatarEnergy and Petronas is advancing exploration activities in Block S4 under a five-year production sharing agreement signed with the government in late 2025. The award represents one of the first major outcomes of the licensing round and demonstrates continued international confidence in Guyana’s offshore resource potential.

Beyond the largest operators, a diverse group of companies is also expanding activity across Guyana’s offshore basin. Eco Atlantic is advancing exploration at the Orinduik Block; CGX Energy and Frontera Energy are progressing work in the Corentyne Block; Occidental is evaluating opportunities in the Roraima Block; while Ratio Guyana and Cataleya Energy hold interests in the Kaieteur Block. Together, these partnerships are broadening Guyana’s exploration landscape, increasing competition for acreage and creating opportunities for future discoveries.

As Guyana transitions from an emerging producer to a global energy hub, the next challenge will be converting exploration success into sustainable investment, local value creation and regional growth. These opportunities will be explored at Caribbean Energy Week 2027, held under the theme “Unlocking the Caribbean Energy Corridor: Oil, Gas, LNG & Investment for a New Global Hub.” Bringing together governments, IOCs, investors and technology providers, the event will examine how Guyana’s expanding partnerships can accelerate offshore development, strengthen regional energy cooperation and attract the capital needed to support the Caribbean’s evolving energy landscape.

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

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Energy Capital & Power Establishes London Entity, Expanding Global Platform for Energy and Mining Events

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The move strengthens ECP’s presence in the UK and Europe, and its ability to connect African and South American markets with global investors

LONDON, United Kingdom, August 6, 2026/APO Group/ –International events company Energy Capital & Power (ECP) (www.EnergyCapitalPower.com) has officially established its UK entity in London, marking a milestone in the company’s growth strategy and reinforcing its ability to deliver world-class energy and mining events and campaigns in the UK and Europe.

By establishing a presence in a key hub like London – the pre-eminent energy and mining finance center – ECP actively shapes the global energy conversation. The expansion positions ECP to better serve clients, partners and investors seeking to develop business opportunities between Africa, Europe, the Americas and energy markets worldwide.

Opening our UK company brings ECP closer to key investors in the global energy finance capital

The milestone comes as ECP strengthens its reach through a series of investment platforms that connect global capital to energy and mining projects. These include the Venezuela Energy Week London Showcase on July 30 – with over 300 delegates registered – and the annual Invest in African Energy Forum, held in Paris as the premier event connecting global investors to Africa’s energy transformation.

ECP hosts high level summits and investor conferences in leading energy and minerals producing countries in Africa and South America, including: Venezuela Energy Week; Angola Oil & Gas; MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power; African Mining Week; Libya Energy & Economic Summit; Congo Energy & Investment Forum; South Sudan Oil & Power; and Caribbean Energy Week. The company has hosted investor forums and supported licensing round roadshows in Houston, London and Paris since 2016.

“Opening our UK company brings ECP closer to key investors in the global energy finance capital,” states CEO James Chester. “Having a permanent presence in London further cements our footprint in Europe, enabling us to fulfil our mission to bring minerals and energy investment to diverse global markets.”

With teams located across Africa, Europe and the Americas, ECP has long-facilitated strategic engagement, market intelligence and industry convening, uniting investors with leading energy and mining projects.

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

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