Countdown to the Inaugural Congo Energy & Investment Forum 2025

The Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025, scheduled for March 24-26 in Brazzaville, focuses on growth and investment in the energy sector. Under the patronage of President Denis Sassou Nguesso, the event will gather key stakeholders, including energy executives and investors, to discuss opportunities, unveil the new Gas Master Plan, and launch a new oil and gas licensing round. Prominent industry figures will participate in technical sessions and panels to share insights and facilitate deal-making.

The inaugural Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025 is set to commence in one week, taking place in Brazzaville from March 24-26. The event will be themed “Securing Growth and Investment in a New Era.” This significant forum aims to facilitate robust discussions among top energy executives, investors, and policymakers, emphasizing deal signings and exhibitions over the three days.

Under the patronage of President Denis Sassou Nguesso and with support from the Ministry of Hydrocarbons and Société Nationale des Pétroles du Congo (SNPC), CEIF 2025 showcases the Republic of Congo’s growing prominence in Africa’s energy sector. It will convene a diverse group of participants, including SNPC subsidiaries, international oil firms, banks, energy organizations, and technology providers, to discuss regional energy and infrastructure opportunities.

The conference’s technical sessions will focus on the Republic of Congo’s oil and gas market, highlighting advancements in expanding production, revitalizing mature fields, and maximizing its resources. Topics will include monetizing stranded gas and infrastructure development, aiming to position Congo as a regional energy hub.

CEIF 2025 will feature dedicated panel discussions, workshops, and presentations that will impart valuable insights into ongoing energy projects and emerging trends affecting the sector. One significant highlight will be the unveiling of Congo’s new Gas Master Plan, designed to consolidate existing gas assets and attract foreign investments.

Additionally, a new Gas Code will be introduced, focusing on creating an encouraging legal and regulatory environment for gas exploration and production. As part of its goal to double oil production to 500,000 barrels per day by 2027, CEIF 2025 will also announce a new licensing round, offering various opportunities for investors in onshore and offshore acreage.

The forum will host prominent speakers, including Bruno Jean-Richard Itoua, Minister of Hydrocarbons, and Haitham Al Ghais, Secretary General of OPEC. CEIF 2025 serves as a premier gathering for energy professionals in Africa, providing a platform to foster partnerships and investment opportunities in Congo and Central Africa.

Sandra Jeque, Events and Project Director at Energy Capital & Power, expressed confidence that CEIF 2025 will establish itself as a crucial venue for investment and energy opportunity discussion, emphasizing the importance of this inaugural event for attendees seeking insights into the dynamic energy sector of the region.

In summary, the Congo Energy & Investment Forum 2025 is poised to make a significant impact as it brings together key stakeholders in the energy industry. With its focus on growth, investment, and technological advancements in the sector, the forum will play a pivotal role in facilitating discussions and forming strategic partnerships. The introduction of new regulatory frameworks and the licensing round for oil and gas further highlight the commitment to enhancing Congo’s energy landscape.

Original Source: energycapitalpower.com