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Top 10 Moments from Angola Oil & Gas Since its Inception

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Since the first edition of Angola Oil & Gas in 2019, the conference and exhibition has hit several milestones

LUANDA, Angola, March 22, 2023/APO Group/ — 

Representing the country’s premier event for the oil and gas sector, the Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) conference and exhibition (https://apo-opa.info/3yWXf9D) has celebrated several major milestones since the first edition took place in 2019.

Organized by Energy Capital & Power (ECP) (https://EnergyCapitalPower.com/), AOG serves as the official meeting place for Angola’s energy sector. The event has kickstarted a new era of deal signings and project launches, enabling the country to drive long-term and meaningful industry growth.

Presidential Opening Addresses

Consolidating the event’s position as the official meeting place for the energy sector, both the inaugural 2019 and most recent 2022 editions of the AOG conference officially kicked off with an opening address by H.E. João Lourenço, President of the Republic of Angola.

Regional Ministerial Speakers

In addition to uniting domestic energy players, the AOG conference has piqued the interest of a suite of regional stakeholders, including high-level government representatives. Energy Ministers from Equatorial Guinea, Namibia, Senegal, the Republic of Congo, Ivory Coast, Sierra Leone and the DRC represent just some of the ministerial speakers who have been coming to Angola for the conference since the event’s inception. 

A Series of Deal Signings

Uniting regional and global energy players for three days of networking and dialogue, the AOG conference has and continues to represent the best platform to sign industry-advancing deals. In 2019, agreements were signed between United Shine and Sonangol; between NFE International, the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources, the Ministry of Mineral Resources and Petroleum and the Ministry of Finance; between Sonangol and Eni; and between the National Agency for Oil, Gas and Biofuels (ANPG) and ExxonMobil; while a contract was awarded to Kinetics Technology.

In 2022, agreements were signed between Angola’s Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas and Namibia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy (https://apo-opa.info/3TxFE1A); the ANPG and Sierra Leone’s Petroleum Directorate (apo-opa.info/3JD3WT1); and Equatorial Guinea’s Ministry of Mines and Hydrocarbons and the DRC’s Ministry of Hydrocarbons.

Investment Reports Launched

The event has kickstarted a new era of deal signings and project launches, enabling the country to drive long-term and meaningful industry growth

In addition to delivering a large-scale conference, event organizer ECP launched two Angolan publications (https://apo-opa.info/3Z4TLg0) in 2019 and 2022 alongside the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas. Covering the entire Angolan energy value chain and incorporating in-depth interviews with industry experts, both publications provide a comprehensive overview of the investment climate in Angola. 

High Level Sponsors

All three editions of AOG took place in collaboration with the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas, as well as with a number of high-level sponsors from across the regional and global energy landscape, a testament to the caliber of the event. Representing the country’s official energy event, all three editions also took place with national oil company Sonangol as a top sponsor, as well as other major players including ExxonMobil, TotalEnergies, Centurion, Chevron, Eni, Equino, Unitel, the African Energy Chamber and many more.

The First Large-Scale Event Post-COVID-19

The 2021 edition of AOG represented the first large-scale event to take place in the country since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Held under the strictest health measures, every single conference attendee was tested to ensure the safety of all, with additional measures put in place. With the event, the opening of Angola’s event industry kicked off as stakeholders learned to adapt to the changed environment.

ANPG Launches Bid Round in 2019

During the 2019 edition of the event, national regulator the ANPG launched the country’s Oil Blocks Licensing Round Tender as well as the country’s first-ever marginal fields round. Reaffirming both the organization and the country’s strong upstream agenda, the round piqued the interest of a suite of players. In 2021, the ANPG also announced the launch of its new 2021 bid round, following the successful closing of the 2020 tender for onshore blocks in the Lower Congo and Kwanza basins.

Energy Majors Drive Discussions

Representing one of Africa’s biggest and longest-producing countries, Angola boasts the participation of a suite of regional and global energy majors. During the three Angolan events, these majors played a defining role in driving discussions and deal-signings, and included ExxonMobil, TotalEnergies, Eni, Chevron, Equinor (https://apo-opa.info/40qnh0B), Baker Hughes, bp, the Gas Exporting Countries Forum, Cabinda Gulf Oil Company, Brimont and more.

AOG Awards Highlight the Best in the Industry

One of the biggest moments across all three editions of AOG was the AOG 2022 gala dinner and awards, whereby a number of high-level organizations represented winners. These included Azule Energy winning the Game Changer of the Year; ExxonMobil winning the Explorer of the Year; and SOMOIL winning the Local Company of the Year.

Dedicated Women in Energy Receptions

While progress continues to be made to create equality across the African energy space, women continue to struggle for their place in the industry. Throughout all three editions, AOG hosted dedicated women in energy receptions, sponsored by high-level organizations.

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

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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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