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NMDC Infra Wins $285M Fujairah Desalination Contract.
Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE) has awarded a $285 million (AED 1.046 billion) engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract to a joint venture between NMDC Infra and Lantania Aguas
The Market Research Team
May 82 min read


NOC 2025 Annual Report: Decade-High Production Drives Rebound Amidst Strategic Challenges
The year 2025 marked a significant milestone for Libya's National Oil Corporation (NOC), with crude oil production reaching a 10-year high of 1.374 million barrels per day. Driven by strategic drilling, infrastructure rehabilitation, and successful international marketing, the NOC generated $22.060 billion in total revenues.
The Market Research Team
May 63 min read


Optimising LinkedIn: Overcoming Algorithmic Limits & Human Bias.
Securing an interview in 2026 requires more than just a polished CV; it requires a robust, optimised digital footprint. While your CV is a targeted weapon for specific applications, your LinkedIn profile is your ambient professional brand, working 24/7.
The Market Research Team
May 13 min read


Libya Signs Chevron Deal to Assess 123 Trillion Cubic Feet Gas Reserves
Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Chevron to jointly evaluate the scale and commercial viability of the country's unconventional shale oil and gas resources.
The Market Research Team
Apr 292 min read


Humain Accelerates Saudi AI Strategy with Massive Land Acquisition and Tech Deployment.
State-backed AI venture Humain has announced a major expansion of its infrastructure footprint, securing 211 plots of land across Saudi Arabia for future data centre development.
The Market Research Team
Apr 282 min read


Algeria’s 2026 Oil and Gas Bid Round: A $60 Billion Strategic Expansion.
Algeria has officially launched its 2026 Licensing Round, offering 24 onshore oil and gas blocks in the Sahara Desert. This initiative is a central pillar of the country's strategy to attract foreign investment and solidify its position as a primary regional energy hub.
The Market Research Team
Apr 272 min read


BP marks its return to Algeria with a new exploration permit.
Le géant énergétique BP a obtenu un nouveau permis d’exploration d’hydrocarbures dans le bassin oriental algérien.
The Market Research Team
Apr 232 min read


Eni launches a major gas development project in Libya.
Structures A&E is a landmark offshore development project in Libya, representing the first major gas initiative in the country since the early 2000s. This strategic partnership between Eni and the National Oil Corporation of Libya (NOC) is an $8 billion investment designed to bolster domestic energy supplies and secure gas exports to Europe.
The Market Research Team
Apr 202 min read


Libya Revives 130km Gas Pipeline to Boost European Exports.
Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC) has resumed testing on a 130-kilometre gas pipeline connecting the Intisar A/103 field to the Brega network, ending a 16-year delay to capture flared gas and increase export capacity.
The Market Research Team
Apr 171 min read


NOC and Partners Announce Three New Oil and Gas Discoveries in Libya.
Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC) and international partners have announced three new oil and gas discoveries across offshore and onshore basins. These advancements in exploration activities result from long-term contractual commitments.
The Market Research Team
Apr 162 min read


The Middle East: A Rising Global Data Centre Powerhouse.
The Middle East is rapidly transforming into a top-tier destination for digital infrastructure. Driven by a surge in AI, cloud computing, and strategic government backing, data centre capacity in the region is projected to triple, growing from 1GW in 2025 to 3.3GW by 2030.
The Market Research Team
Apr 152 min read


NOC and Chevron Partner to Study Offshore Potential
Libya's National Oil Corporation (NOC) has entered into a strategic partnership with global energy major Chevron to explore the country's offshore potential.
During a signing ceremony, NOC Chairman Engineer Masoud Suleman announced the execution of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Chevron.
The Market Research Team
Apr 82 min read


Libya: Navigating the Gap Between Potential and Reality 🇱🇾
There’s a clear shift happening in the Libyan market right now. Projects are finally regaining momentum, and the sense of opportunity is more tangible than it has been in years. However, the old rule still applies: Libya is not a place where you can just "show up" and expect a seamless operation.
Omar Aininou
Apr 12 min read


NOC Celebrates Schlumberger’s Return to Pre-2011 Independent Status.
The National Oil Corporation (NOC) has announced a major strategic milestone: SLB (formerly Schlumberger) is restructuring its Libya operations into an independent entity, LIG, separating it from broader North Africa management. Returning to its pre-2011 operating structure, this move signals a powerful recovery in Libya's oil and gas sector, promising increased production, greater operational flexibility, and renewed appeal to international investment.
The Market Research Team
Apr 12 min read


Eni announces new gas discoveries in Libya totalling more than 1 Tcf.
Energy major Eni has announced two substantial new gas discoveries offshore Libya, resulting from a recently initiated exploration campaign. Preliminary estimates indicate the combined structures contain more than 1 Trillion cubic feet (Tcf) of gas in place.
The Market Research Team
Mar 262 min read


Humain and Infra Announce $1.2 Billion Financing Agreement for Saudi AI Infrastructure.
In a major move at the World Economic Forum, PIF-backed Humain and the National Infrastructure Fund (Infra) have signed a non-binding framework agreement to finance $1.2 billion for the development of 250MW of hyperscale AI data centre capacity in Saudi Arabia.
The Market Research Team
Mar 262 min read


Mabrouk Field restarts; hits 25,000 barrels per day.
The Mabrouk oil field in Libya has officially restarted and ramped up operations, hitting initial pumping rates of up to 30,000 barrels per day (bpd) following the successful launch of a new early production unit
Omar Aininou
Mar 22 min read


Libya NOC Names Winners of Latest Oil Exploration Bidding Round
The National Oil Corporation (NOC) of Libya has officially announced the winners of its first public oil and gas exploration bidding round in over 17 years. Held at the Rixos Hotel in Tripoli, the milestone event awarded prime investment opportunities to major international energy firms, including Chevron, Eni, and Repsol. Supported by the Government of National Unity's "Return to Life" initiative, this strategic move aims to double the nation's crude oil production, restore
The Market Research Team
Feb 112 min read


Tanzania launches one of Africa’s largest compressed natural gas hubs.
Tanzania has taken a massive step toward a clean energy transition by launching one of Africa’s largest compressed natural gas (CNG) hubs in Dar es Salaam. Developed through a strategic public-private partnership with Puma Energy Tanzania, this advanced mother station will supply cleaner fuel to a wide range of vehicles while acting as a central distribution point for satellite stations. By tapping into its vast domestic natural gas reserves, Tanzania aims to reduce its relia
The Market Research Team
Feb 113 min read


Why Pumping More Oil Isn’t Making Libya Richer.
Libya’s oil sector stands at a strategic crossroads, with a recent bid round sparking renewed debates regarding production, reform, and investment risks. However, Libya’s primary hurdle is no longer geology or investor appetite, but rather a severely outdated governance model. Generating sustainable economic value in today's benchmark-priced oil market requires strict cost discipline, institutional separation, and effective governance, rather than merely chasing production vo
The Market Research Team
Feb 113 min read
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