BP has announced the start of gas production from the Quiluma field offshore Angola, marking a major milestone in the country’s push to expand its natural gas sector, as reported by Reuters.
The project is operated by Azule Energy, a joint venture between BP and Eni, and forms part of Angola’s New Gas Consortium, the country’s first non-associated gas development. The consortium also includes partners such as Cabinda Gulf Oil Company, Sonangol, and TotalEnergies, reflecting a broad international collaboration in the project.
Initial production from the Quiluma field is expected to reach about 150 million standard cubic feet per day, with output projected to increase to 330 million cubic feet per day by the end of 2026, strengthening supply for Angola’s liquefied natural gas exports and domestic energy needs.
The development signals a strategic shift for Angola toward non-associated gas production, reducing reliance on oil-linked gas and positioning the country as a more competitive player in the global LNG market as demand for cleaner energy sources continues to rise.
