Located on Senegalese-Mauritanian territorial waters, the GTA gas project, whose operation began on Wednesday, should contribute to “meeting global energy needs”, according to the British company BP.
The year 2025 starts on a happy note for Senegal and Mauritania. The first phase of Grand Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA), one of the deepest and most complex gas development projects in Africa, was launched on Wednesday January 1. It should produce around 2.3 million tonnes of liquefied natural gas (LNG) per year, said the operator BP in a press release in which it said it was proud to have transported the first gas extractions “in complete safety” to the dedicated floating vessel for the next stage of commissioning.
« This is a remarkable milestone for this important megaproject. The first gas flow is a concrete example of meeting current global energy demand and reiterates our commitment to helping Mauritania and Senegal develop their natural resources said Gordon Birrell, executive vice president of production and operations, noting that the GTA’s gas resources are found in water depths of up to 2,850 meters.
« Africa’s importance in the global energy system is growing and these nations now have greater roles to play », he added, before congratulating the teams involved in the implementation of this major project.
GTA’s construction activities generated more than 3,000 local jobs and the project involved around 300 local companies in Mauritania and Senegal, recalls BP, which invested with its partners in the development of the local workforce.
A multi-million dollar social investment program in both countries aimed at improving local quality of life and creating long-term local growth opportunities was also launched. It focuses on the areas of community health, economic development, environmental awareness and education.
The apprentice training program is committed to developing a pool of local talent and has 47 apprentice technicians following a tailor-made programme, preparing them to be part of the next generation of offshore operators, underlines the British.
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