Looking for more DMEA articles? Or would you like to find out more about the publication? Keep reading.
Overview
In a region which has shown both extensive investment and increased instability over the past few years, MEA merits a significant degree of technically minded and industry-focused coverage.
While DMEA details mid- and downstream company activity throughout the Middle East and Africa, it also contains information of tender announcements and awards, allowing our customers to be kept aware of what their competitors are up to as well as informing them of new opportunities.
DMEA is a fully digital publication and can be read via PDF, PageSuite or via our NewsBase App.
Want to try it out?
The majority of our premium content is ONLY available to our subscribers.
If you would like to try DMEA we can offer you a, no obligation, free trial, giving you a chance to get to know the publication and get hooked on the quality content. No credit card required. Simply fill in the form at the bottom of this page and we will send you your first copy of DMEA
Need more convincing?
- Check out our client testimonial
- Read a recent issue cover to cover
- Find out more about what you get when you subscribe to DMEA
OPEC+'s rise in oil output could trigger sharp fall in oil prices in 2027-28: Alfa Bank
OPEC+'s plans to raise oil production amid the US’ new protectionist trade policies could lead to a sharp decline in Brent crude prices in 2027-2028.
Ethiopia eyes Iranian petchem know-how to launch urea plant
Ethiopia is willing to use Iranian engineering expertise, equipment, and petrochemical know-how to build a urea production plant.
US attacks Ras Isa oil terminal, Yemen
US forces have struck a vital oil terminal in Yemen killing around 74 and wounding numerous others, according to a report released by the Houthis on April 18.
Turkey’s Ronesans closes financing for $2bn polypropylene production plant in Ceyhan
Turkey’s Ronesans Holding has announced in a press release that it has closed the financing required to push ahead with the development of a $2bn polypropylene (PP) petrochemical production plant and sea terminal facility in Ceyhan.
Ghana provides update on oil and gas investment opportunities at Invest in African Energies: Accra Briefing
The Invest in African Energies: Accra Briefing on April 14 provided an update on the latest developments in Ghana’s oil and gas sector, highlighting upstream and downstream strategic investment opportunities.
Gunvor, ADNOC reportedly shortlisted to buy Shell’s downstream assets in South Africa
The UAE’s Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and Swiss energy commodities trader Gunvor are among companies that have been shortlisted to buy British energy supermajor Shell’s downstream assets in South Africa.
Nigerian fuel marketers head towards obsolescence as local refining picks up
Nigerian oil marketers are set to potentially lose around N14bn ($8.7mn) following 650,000 barrels per day (bpd) Dangote refinery’s decision to cut petrol prices last week, according to Punch.
Chinese-Egyptian JV to design Red Sea petrochemicals complex
A joint venture (JV) consisting of Chinese and Egyptian companies has signed an agreement for the preliminary design of the first phase of the Red Sea Petrochemicals Complex project, set to be constructed at Ain Sokhna in the Gulf of Suez.
NNPCL cuts petrol price to $0.58 per litre in Abuja, Nigeria
The Nigerian National Petroleum Co. Ltd. (NNPCL) has lowered the price of petrol in Abuja following an announcement from 650,000 barrels per day (bpd) Dangote refinery.
Turkish refiner Tupras resumes imports of Russian oil
Turkey’s largest refiner Tupras has resumed buying Russian Urals crude following the decline in its price on the oil market.
Iraq signs three MoUs with Chinese SEPCO for petrochemical projects in Karbala
The agreements cover the construction of four petrochemical plants, infrastructure development and the operation and maintenance of production units.
Iraqi oil fields to feed NGL plant in western Iran with APG
A recent deal between Iran and Iraq to transfer associated petroleum gas (APG) to western Iran is aimed at supplying feedstock for an underfed natural gas liquids (NGL) production facility near the border.
Angola’s Lobito Refinery project looks for an additional $4.8bn to fill funding gap
Angola’s state-owned oil company Sonangol is searching for $4.8bn to fill a gap in funding for the country’s 200,000 barrel per day Lobito Refinery project.
Yasref, Aramco, Sinopec sign agreement for petchem expansion
Saudi Aramco, Yasref and Sinopec have signed a Venture Framework Agreement (VFA) to prepare for the expansion of a petrochemical facility at the Yasref refinery in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia.
Nigerian lawmaker praises decision to restructure NNPCL
Nigerian lawmaker for Edo State Esosa Iyawe has said that President Bola Tinubu’s restructuring of the Nigerian National Petroleum Co. Ltd’s (NNPCL) board will ultimately help remove inefficiencies in the company, according to The Punch.
Nigeria reveals plans for petroleum products stockpile
Nigeria is planning to create a national strategic petroleum products stockpile in 2025 to protect its economy from any potential volatility in global markets.
UAE expands its role as largest strategic investor in Africa's energy sector
The United Arab Emirates continues to expand its presence in Africa’s energy industries as part of a broader strategy that has established it as the continent’s leading investor, surpassing China.
New pipelines aim to boost Iraqi exports
New pipelines to the West and South-East promise to allow Iraq to raise export volumes, though construction will be both time-consuming and costly.
Iran urges foreign envoys to bring firms to its oil expo
Iran’s Oil Ministry brought together foreign ambassadors and economic attachés based in Tehran in a bid to drum up interest for the upcoming Iran Oil Show 2025, as it attempts to woo international investors.
Managing methane emissions in the Trump era: interview
Beyond an earnest desire to minimise the environmental impact of operations, it also pays for investors to take the issue seriously, Clayton Nash, the director of emissions solutions at Colorado-based Tegre, tells Newsbase.
South African National Petroleum Company starts operations as subsidiary of CEF
The South African National Petroleum Company (SANPC) has begun operations under the umbrella of the Central Energy Fund (CEF) Group, a state-owned diversified energy company reporting to the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR).
Egypt raises fuel prices by up to 15% for first time in 2025
The Egyptian government raised fuel prices by up to 15% on April 11, marking the first increase in 2025 and signaling the rise of inflation further in the coming period.
Kenya extends fuel import agreements with Aramco, ENOC and ADNOC
Fuel costs in Kenya could be set to fall in the next few weeks as three Gulf firms that sell petroleum products to the country agreed to reduce costs by around six to 13%.
Afreximbank allocates $3bn to bolster Africa’s refining capacity
The African Export–Import Bank (Afreximbank) has set aside $3bn to support the purchase of refined petroleum products across Africa.
Follow us online