Azule Energy, in collaboration with its partners, announces the successful completion of the Quiluma and Maboqueiro offshore platforms, a key pillar of the New Gas Consortium (NGC) project. This achievement represents a significant step in Angola's first non-associated gas development, underlining the country's growing influence in the global energy sector.

To celebrate this milestone in Angola's first non-associated gas development, Azule Energy and its partners witnessed the Loading and Departure Ceremony of the Quiluma Deck at the Petromar Shipyard in Ambriz on February 11.

The event highlighted the project's impressive safety record, with 2.5 million man-hours completed without a single lost time accident (LTI) - a testament to the firm commitment to safety and operational excellence

The NGC project is a partnership between Azule Energy, Sonangol P&P, Chevron and TotalEnergies. As the country's first non-associated gas initiative, it will play a crucial role in ensuring a reliable supply of gas to the Soyo LNG plant, reinforcing Angola's energy security and supporting its economic growth.

Alister Forder, Azule Energy's Chief Operating Officer, emphasized the importance of this achievement: "Today's milestone is a reflection of the collaborative spirit, technical ability and dedication of all the partners involved in the New Gas Consortium. As we prepare for NGC First Gas, this project reaffirms our commitment to unlocking Angola's energy potential and contributing to a sustainable energy future."

The NGC project covers the exploration and production of gas from the Quiluma and Maboqueiro shallow water fields. It includes two offshore platforms - Quiluma and Maboqueiro - and an onshore gas processing plant. Together, these facilities will harness Angola's natural gas resources, providing economic and environmental benefits