The 14th edition of the Salon and Conference on Energy and Hydrogen in Africa and the Mediterranean (NAPEC-2026) kicked off in Oran, Algeria, on October 5, 2026. The event was attended by Algerian Minister of State and Minister of Hydrocarbons, Mohamed Arkab, and Minister of Energy and Renewable Energies, Mourad Adjal. The conference and exhibition, held at the Oran Mohamed-Benahmed Convention Center, brings together over 450 exhibitors and 230 speakers from across the globe.
The NAPEC-2026 conference and exhibition is being held under the theme "Towards a New Approach to Energy Mix: From Energy Transition to Energy Addition, to Guarantee Energy Security, Accessibility, and Decarbonization." The event aims to discuss the evolution of the energy mix and find an approach that balances energy security, accessibility, and carbon reduction. The conference program includes several sessions on energy transition, decarbonization, energy efficiency, hydrogen, and low-carbon energy.
The event has attracted a significant number of national and international exhibitors, including major energy companies such as Sonatrach, Sonelgaz, TotalEnergies, Eni, ExxonMobil, and Equinor. The exhibition also features several companies specializing in drilling and oil services, as well as technology providers. The Algerian government has a strong presence at the event, with several high-ranking officials, including the President of the Algerian Renewal Economic Council (CREA), Kamel Moula, and the President and CEO of Sonatrach, Noureddine Daoudi.
The NAPEC conference and exhibition is a major platform for energy professionals to network, share experiences, and explore new opportunities for cooperation. The event provides a unique opportunity for exhibitors to showcase their technologies, products, and services. This year's edition is particularly significant, as it highlights the importance of energy security, accessibility, and decarbonization in the region.
The conference program includes several sessions on the latest technologies in the hydrocarbons sector, including the valorization of mature fields, improving well productivity, and optimizing existing infrastructure and assets. The event also features a number of international delegations, including representatives from Namibia, as well as several ambassadors and diplomatic delegations.
The NAPEC-2026 conference and exhibition is being organized by the Algerian government, in collaboration with several international partners. The event is expected to attract a large number of visitors and participants from across the globe. The conference and exhibition will run from October 5 to 7, 2026.
The event is seen as a major step towards achieving a more sustainable energy future in Africa and the Mediterranean. The conference and exhibition provide a platform for energy professionals to discuss the challenges and opportunities in the sector and to explore new solutions for a more sustainable future.
Key points
- Over 450 exhibitors and 230 speakers are attending the 14th NAPEC conference and exhibition in Oran, Algeria.
- The event aims to discuss the evolution of the energy mix and find an approach that balances energy security, accessibility, and carbon reduction.
- The conference program includes several sessions on energy transition, decarbonization, energy efficiency, hydrogen, and low-carbon energy.
