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Technip Energies Advances Mozambique’s Gas Agenda with Pioneering Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) Solutions

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As a pioneer in the development of FLNG solutions, Technip Energies is not only consolidating its position as a global LNG service company but is positioning Mozambique as a competitive gas economy

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, March 27, 2023/APO Group/ — 

With over 100 trillion cubic feet (tcf) of proven natural gas reserves, Mozambique has quickly emerged as one of the most attractive gas plays worldwide, with three large-scale project developments placing the country on a positive trajectory towards long-term economic growth. While offshore gas projects alone provide key opportunities for energy access and job creation, Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) solutions currently being developed by French-based engineering and technology company Technip Energies are set to position the country as a global liquefied natural gas (LNG) producer and exporter.

Having emerged as a pioneer in the development of FLNG, providing an alternative to onshore facilities and alleviating the need for long-distance pipelines and extensive onshore infrastructure, Technip Energies has positioned itself as a key driver of Mozambique’s gas agenda through the deployment of FLNG solutions at the Eni-led Coral Sul project – located in Area 4 of the highly prospective Rovuma Basin, offshore Mozambique. In 2017, Technip was awarded a contract for the FLNG facility, with the company thereafter covering the engineering, procurement, construction, installation and commissioning of the facility as well as risers, umbilicals, subsea flowlines and equipment.

For Africa, natural gas represents the fuel of the future, serving as both a clean and widely available resource as well as the solution to making energy poverty history by 2030

Representing Mozambique’s inaugural offshore LNG project, Technip installed the Coral Sul FLNG facility approximately 80km off the coast of Mozambique. With a production capacity of 3.4 million tons of LNG per annum and with a design life of 25 years, the project is set to trigger newfound growth across the country’s energy sector and economy at large. Reaffirming Technip’s commitment to Mozambique’s gas, in early 2021, the Coral FLNG facility arrived in the country, first gas was introduced to the vessel in June 2022 and the first shipment of LNG left the country for Europe in November 2022, a testament to the company’s resilience despite the wave of challenges that impacted development.

While Mozambique has produced gas from the Pande and Temane onshore fields for a number of years, the Coral Sul project – of which LNG is produced predominantly for exports – enables new streams of revenue to be generated for the country, kickstarting economic growth while positioning Mozambique as an international LNG supplier at a time when global supply chains are particularly volatile. Leveraging its strong expertise and experience, Technip applied its latest liquefaction technologies with an APCI DMR process and four LNG loading arms for side-by-side offloading operations supplied by the company itself, thus positioning the country as a pioneer in this industry while solidifying the company’s own footprint in the African gas market. With the project representing one of Africa’s first FLNG facilities, Technip has set a benchmark for other gas-rich countries across the continent, while emerging as the partner of choice for project developers eager to capitalize on Technip’s innovative FLNG solutions.  

“For Africa, natural gas represents the fuel of the future, serving as both a clean and widely available resource as well as the solution to making energy poverty history by 2030. The continent’s gas future is bright and through the development of LNG, a new era of electrification and industrialization is in sight. In this scenario, Technip Energies represents a critical partner for African gas producers looking at deploying FLNG solutions. Having emerged as a pioneer in this field, the company continues to demonstrate its commitment to African gas. Projects such as the Coral Sul FLNG facility represent just the start of Africa’s FLNG journey and we look forward to seeing new projects driven by Technip Energies in Africa,” states NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber.

All this and more will be further unpacked during this year’s edition of the African Energy Week (AEW) conference and exhibition – taking place from October 16-20 in Cape Town. Under a mandate of making energy poverty history by 2030, AEW is largely centered on the role natural gas plays in Africa’s energy mix and how the development of LNG will fast-track industrialization across the continent. Last year, service companies such as Technip Energies played a key part in LNG dialogue, and this year, this trend will only continue as new discoveries are made, projects kicked off and producers turn to FLNG as viable production solutions.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.

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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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