BP Commences Gas Flow from Greater Tortue Ahmeyim Phase 1, Advancing Energy Production in Mauritania and Senegal
(IN BRIEF) BP has begun the first gas flow from the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) Phase 1 project, located offshore Mauritania and Senegal. This significant step in one of Africa’s deepest and most complex gas developments marks the project’s move toward full production, with an annual output of 2.3 million tonnes of LNG. The project is expected to help meet global energy demands and enhance the role of Mauritania and Senegal as key LNG producers. BP has also invested in local workforce development and a social investment program, which focuses on health, education, and economic growth in the host countries.
(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 03-Jan-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — bp (LON: BP), a British multinational oil and gas company, has successfully initiated the flow of gas from the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) Phase 1 project, marking a key milestone in one of Africa’s most complex and deep offshore gas developments. Located between Mauritania and Senegal, the project is set to produce 2.3 million tonnes of liquefied natural gas (LNG) annually, contributing significantly to global energy demands.
This important phase of the GTA development involves the transportation of gas from wells to the floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel for further commissioning. With water depths of up to 2,850 meters, GTA Phase 1 is one of Africa’s deepest offshore gas developments. The project’s completion is expected to position Mauritania and Senegal as key players in the global LNG market.
Gordon Birrell, BP’s Executive Vice President for Production and Operations, expressed the significance of the project, stating, “The first gas flow from GTA Phase 1 is a remarkable achievement for the project. It is a testament to our commitment to meet today’s global energy needs and to support the development of Mauritania and Senegal’s natural resources.”
The gas produced at GTA Phase 1 is processed offshore to remove impurities before being transferred via pipeline to a floating LNG (FLNG) vessel. There, it will be liquefied and stored for export, with a portion allocated to meet the increasing energy demands of the host countries.
Dave Campbell, BP’s Senior Vice President for Mauritania and Senegal, remarked on the progress, stating, “This milestone positions Mauritania and Senegal as emerging gas-exporting nations, and I am proud of the ongoing partnerships with our local teams, partners, and governments.”
The GTA project has had a significant local impact, creating over 3,000 jobs and working with nearly 300 local companies across both nations. In addition, BP has invested in workforce development programs, including a four-year apprentice training initiative, and launched a multi-million-dollar social investment program focused on areas such as health, economic development, and education.
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