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Oil, Gas and LNG
West Africa's Premier LNG Exporter
The Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) LNG project, a $5B joint venture between BP, Kosmos Energy, PETROSEN, and SMHPM, delivered its first cargo in April 2025, marking a watershed moment for Mauritania's energy sector and Atlantic Basin exports.
Key Highlights
- First LNG cargo exported April 2025, ahead of schedule
- Proven reserves: 11.4 billion barrels of oil equivalent
- GTA Phase 2 expansion under evaluation (additional 2.3M t/yr)
- Block C8, C9, C12, C13 open for upstream exploration
- Favorable PSA terms with SMHPM as the national partner
Investment Opportunities
Upstream exploration in Atlantic deep-water blocks
LNG processing and regasification infrastructure
Gas-to-power conversion for domestic energy security
Petrochemicals and downstream processing facilities
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First LNG Cargo Exported
In April 2025, Mauritania exported its first LNG cargo from the GTA floating liquefaction vessel, ahead of schedule and under budget. The milestone marks the country's entry into global energy markets.
Phase 2 Expansion Studies Underway
BP and partners have initiated feasibility studies for GTA Phase 2, which could add a further 2.3 million tonnes per year of liquefaction capacity, doubling Mauritania's LNG export potential.
New Exploration Blocks Released
The Ministry of Petroleum has opened four new Atlantic deep-water exploration blocks under competitive tender, with data packages available to qualified operators.
Key Players
BP
Operator, GTA LNG Project
Kosmos Energy
Co-developer, GTA
SMHPM
National Hydrocarbons Company
PETROSEN
Senegalese National Partner
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