Algeria is currently hosting the 14th edition of the North Africa and Mediterranean Energy and Hydrogen Conference and Exhibition, NAPAC 2026, in Oran from October 5-7. The event was inaugurated by Minister of State and Minister of Energy, Mohamed Arkab. On the sidelines of the conference, Arkab supervised the signing of several memoranda of understanding and cooperation agreements aimed at enhancing cooperation, exchanging expertise, and developing partnerships in the hydrocarbons sector.
The signing ceremony was attended by the President of the Regulatory Authority for Hydrocarbons, Amin Ramin, and the President of the National Agency for the Valorization of Hydrocarbons Resources, Abdelkader Cherfaoui, among other officials from the Ministry of Energy and relevant agencies. One of the agreements signed was a protocol between the Regulatory Authority for Hydrocarbons and Italian company Eni Algeria Exploration B.V. The protocol aims to establish a framework for cooperation and exchange of expertise in several technical and regulatory areas related to hydrocarbons activities.
The cooperation between the Regulatory Authority for Hydrocarbons and Eni Algeria Exploration B.V. will focus on international technical standards applied in hydrocarbons activities, health, safety, and environmental regulations, well safety and integrity, environmental protection, and major risk prevention. The agreement also opens up opportunities for cooperation in training and capacity building for the staff of the Regulatory Authority for Hydrocarbons, leveraging Eni's expertise. This cooperation may also extend to the Ministry of Energy and the National Agency for the Valorization of Hydrocarbons Resources.
Another agreement signed was a memorandum of understanding between the National Agency for the Valorization of Hydrocarbons Resources and Thai company PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited (PTTEP). The memorandum aims to establish a framework for cooperation that allows PTTEP to explore investment opportunities in Algeria's hydrocarbons sector, with support and accompaniment from the National Agency. This cooperation seeks to promote institutional dialogue, exchange of information and expertise, and highlight investment opportunities in Algeria's mining sector.
The agreements signed on the sidelines of NAPAC 2026 reflect Algeria's efforts to strengthen international cooperation, exchange expertise, and develop national capacities in the hydrocarbons sector. These partnerships aim to attract quality investments and promote Algeria's investment attractiveness in the energy sector. The events taking place in Oran demonstrate the importance of NAPAC 2026 as a platform for dialogue and exchange between various stakeholders in the energy and hydrocarbons sectors.
NAPAC 2026 brings together various actors from the energy and hydrocarbons sectors, providing a platform for enhancing partnerships, investments, and exchange of expertise and experiences at the regional and international levels. The conference and exhibition have attracted significant attention from industry players, highlighting Algeria's commitment to developing its energy sector and promoting cooperation with international partners.
The 14th edition of NAPAC is taking place at the Mohamed Ben Ahmed Convention Centre in Oran, featuring various activities, including conferences, exhibitions, and workshops. The event aims to promote dialogue and cooperation among stakeholders in the energy sector, with a focus on hydrocarbons, renewable energy, and sustainable development. Key points:
Key points
- Algeria hosts NAPAC 2026, a major energy conference and exhibition in Oran.
- Minister of Energy Mohamed Arkab oversees the signing of cooperation agreements with international companies.
- The agreements aim to strengthen cooperation, exchange expertise, and develop partnerships in the hydrocarbons sector.
