From supermajors to innovative companies – so many of the industry’s top names will be represented at AOW 2023
CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA --- Africa Oil Week (AOW) is proud to announce the following key sponsors of Africa Oil Week. From supermajors to innovative companies – so many of the industry’s top names will be represented at AOW - held in the heart of Cape Town. Organised by Hyve Group Plc., this unmissable event will bring leading energy stakeholders together from 9-13 October in Cape Town under the theme: Maximising Africa's Natural Resources in the Global Energy Transition.
“We’re very excited to see all of the support for Africa Oil Week 2023,” said Paul Sinclair, VP of Energy and Director of Government Relations for Africa Oil Week.
“I’d especially like to welcome the return of titanium sponsors The Department of Trade and Industry South Africa (The DTIC) and Equinor to AOW 2023 - we thank them for their continued support,” said Sinclair.
The Department of Trade and Industry South Africa (The DTIC)
The Department of Trade Industry and Competition is a Titanium sponsor of Africa Oil Week. The DTIC was established after the merger of the Department of Trade and Industry and the Economic Development Department. Their mission is to:
● Promote structural transformation, towards a dynamic industrial and globally competitive economy
● Provide a predictable, competitive, equitable and socially responsible environment, conducive to investment, trade and enterprise development
● Broaden participation in the economy to strengthen economic development
● Continually improve the skills and capabilities of the dtic to effectively deliver on its mandate and respond to the needs of South Africa’s economic citizens
● Co-ordinate the contributions of government departments, state entities and civil society to effect economic development
● Improve alignment between economic policies, plans of the state, its agencies, government’s political and economic objectives and mandate
Equinor
Equinor is a Titanium sponsor of Africa Oil Week. Equinor is an international energy company committed to long-term value creation in a low-carbon future. Our purpose is to turn natural resources into energy for people and progress for society. Equinor’s portfolio of projects encompasses oil and gas, renewables and low-carbon solutions, with an ambition of becoming a net-zero energy company by 2050. Headquartered in Stavanger (Norway), Equinor is the leading operator on the Norwegian continental shelf. We are present in around 30 countries worldwide.
Oando PLC
Oando PLC is a Platinum sponsor of Africa Oil Week. Oando PLC, with a primary listing on the Nigeria Stock Exchange and a secondary listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, is Nigeria’s leading indigenous energy solutions provider. With operations in the full energy spectrum, Oando is committed to harnessing Africa’s vast natural resources, offering wealth creation, growth and investment opportunities in the development of the continent.
Oando conducts its operation in accordance with internationally accepted principles of good governance and best practice, whilst ensuring compliance with the regulatory requirements applicable in the countries in which we operate.
Through its upstream subsidiary, Oando Energy Resources, the company holds interest in 14 licenses for the production, exploration and development of oil and gas assets located onshore, swamp and deep offshore with net 2P reserves of 503MMboe, aimed at optimally harnessing the potential of its existing portfolio.
PGS
PGS is a Platinum sponsor of Africa Oil Week. PGS is a global geophysical company that gathers offshore survey data and uses vast cloud computing to image the Earth. Geophysics is a key enabler for energy security and energy transition. PGS supports the search for affordable and sustainable energy for all. In collaboration with industry, society, and authorities, PGS advances marine subsurface knowledge for evolving energy needs.
Africa Oil Corp
Africa Oil Corp is a Gold sponsor of Africa Oil Week. Africa Oil Corp is a Canadian oil and gas exploration company with producing and developing assets in deep-water offshore Nigeria, and development assets in Kenya and South Africa. The company also has a portfolio of appraisal and exploration assets in Guyana, Kenya, Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa and in the Senegal Guinea Bissau Joint Development Zone. The company holds its interests through direct ownership interests in concessions and through its shareholdings in investee companies including Prime Oil & Gas Coöperatief U.A, Africa Energy Corp., Eco (Atlantic) Oil & Gas Ltd. and Impact Oil and Gas Ltd.
Herbert Smith Freehills
Herbert Smith Freehills is a Silver sponsor of Africa Oil Week. Herbert Smith Freehills is one of the world’s leading energy law firms. From 26 global offices, including Johannesburg, their 700+ energy sector team members span the oil and gas, power, renewables, hydrogen, clean energy and technology sectors. They work with clients of all sizes in many regions and have deep industry experience across the whole energy life cycle. They can also help to tackle the big issues within the energy industry, such as the implications of climate change and ESG issues. Herbert Smith Freehills have a leading energy practice in Africa and have advised on some of the continent's most significant energy projects and transactions. They have been ranked in the top band by Chambers Global & Partners for Africa-wide Projects & Energy for the past 14 consecutive years and were named Africa-wide Projects & Energy Team of the Year at the Chambers Africa Awards 2022. They also have more partners individually ranked in this category than any other law firm.
Yinson Production
Yinson Production is a Silver sponsor of Africa Oil Week. Yinson Production is the offshore production business unit of Yinson Holdings Berhad (“the Group”), a global energy infrastructure and technology company headquartered in Malaysia. The Group has businesses in offshore production, renewable energy, green technologies and offshore marine, and has a presence in 18 countries.
Yinson Production is one of the largest independent floating, production, storage and offloading (“FPSO”) leasing companies globally, with an order book of over USD22 billion until 2048. Yinson Production’s position as a top-tier FPSO contractor is driven by its excellent project management team, industry-leading safety and uptime performance and leadership position in sustainable FPSO design.
Yinson Production’s Zero Emission FPSO concept is paving the way for the decarbonisation of the FPSO industry and aligns with the Group’s Climate Goals to be carbon neutral by 2030 and net zero by 2050.
“We are honoured to have all of you among our fantastic sponsors, helping to support the critical need to bring essential business opportunities to the region. Your support will be instrumental in our mission to power the sustainable growth of the African upstream,” added Sinclair.
To find out more, and to see the full list of sponsors, visit https://africa-oilweek.com/sponsor-list.
Only at Africa Oil Week – Home of the African Upstream - can you harness new business opportunities, witness hard-hitting discussions, and connect with industry peers. Register for the event helping to power the sustainable growth of the African upstream. Secure your place today.
“We’re very excited to see all of the support for Africa Oil Week 2023,” said Paul Sinclair, VP of Energy and Director of Government Relations for Africa Oil Week.
“I’d especially like to welcome the return of titanium sponsors The Department of Trade and Industry South Africa (The DTIC) and Equinor to AOW 2023 - we thank them for their continued support,” said Sinclair.
The Department of Trade and Industry South Africa (The DTIC)
The Department of Trade Industry and Competition is a Titanium sponsor of Africa Oil Week. The DTIC was established after the merger of the Department of Trade and Industry and the Economic Development Department. Their mission is to:
● Promote structural transformation, towards a dynamic industrial and globally competitive economy
● Provide a predictable, competitive, equitable and socially responsible environment, conducive to investment, trade and enterprise development
● Broaden participation in the economy to strengthen economic development
● Continually improve the skills and capabilities of the dtic to effectively deliver on its mandate and respond to the needs of South Africa’s economic citizens
● Co-ordinate the contributions of government departments, state entities and civil society to effect economic development
● Improve alignment between economic policies, plans of the state, its agencies, government’s political and economic objectives and mandate
Equinor
Equinor is a Titanium sponsor of Africa Oil Week. Equinor is an international energy company committed to long-term value creation in a low-carbon future. Our purpose is to turn natural resources into energy for people and progress for society. Equinor’s portfolio of projects encompasses oil and gas, renewables and low-carbon solutions, with an ambition of becoming a net-zero energy company by 2050. Headquartered in Stavanger (Norway), Equinor is the leading operator on the Norwegian continental shelf. We are present in around 30 countries worldwide.
Oando PLC
Oando PLC is a Platinum sponsor of Africa Oil Week. Oando PLC, with a primary listing on the Nigeria Stock Exchange and a secondary listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, is Nigeria’s leading indigenous energy solutions provider. With operations in the full energy spectrum, Oando is committed to harnessing Africa’s vast natural resources, offering wealth creation, growth and investment opportunities in the development of the continent.
Oando conducts its operation in accordance with internationally accepted principles of good governance and best practice, whilst ensuring compliance with the regulatory requirements applicable in the countries in which we operate.
Through its upstream subsidiary, Oando Energy Resources, the company holds interest in 14 licenses for the production, exploration and development of oil and gas assets located onshore, swamp and deep offshore with net 2P reserves of 503MMboe, aimed at optimally harnessing the potential of its existing portfolio.
PGS
PGS is a Platinum sponsor of Africa Oil Week. PGS is a global geophysical company that gathers offshore survey data and uses vast cloud computing to image the Earth. Geophysics is a key enabler for energy security and energy transition. PGS supports the search for affordable and sustainable energy for all. In collaboration with industry, society, and authorities, PGS advances marine subsurface knowledge for evolving energy needs.
Africa Oil Corp
Africa Oil Corp is a Gold sponsor of Africa Oil Week. Africa Oil Corp is a Canadian oil and gas exploration company with producing and developing assets in deep-water offshore Nigeria, and development assets in Kenya and South Africa. The company also has a portfolio of appraisal and exploration assets in Guyana, Kenya, Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa and in the Senegal Guinea Bissau Joint Development Zone. The company holds its interests through direct ownership interests in concessions and through its shareholdings in investee companies including Prime Oil & Gas Coöperatief U.A, Africa Energy Corp., Eco (Atlantic) Oil & Gas Ltd. and Impact Oil and Gas Ltd.
Herbert Smith Freehills
Herbert Smith Freehills is a Silver sponsor of Africa Oil Week. Herbert Smith Freehills is one of the world’s leading energy law firms. From 26 global offices, including Johannesburg, their 700+ energy sector team members span the oil and gas, power, renewables, hydrogen, clean energy and technology sectors. They work with clients of all sizes in many regions and have deep industry experience across the whole energy life cycle. They can also help to tackle the big issues within the energy industry, such as the implications of climate change and ESG issues. Herbert Smith Freehills have a leading energy practice in Africa and have advised on some of the continent's most significant energy projects and transactions. They have been ranked in the top band by Chambers Global & Partners for Africa-wide Projects & Energy for the past 14 consecutive years and were named Africa-wide Projects & Energy Team of the Year at the Chambers Africa Awards 2022. They also have more partners individually ranked in this category than any other law firm.
Yinson Production
Yinson Production is a Silver sponsor of Africa Oil Week. Yinson Production is the offshore production business unit of Yinson Holdings Berhad (“the Group”), a global energy infrastructure and technology company headquartered in Malaysia. The Group has businesses in offshore production, renewable energy, green technologies and offshore marine, and has a presence in 18 countries.
Yinson Production is one of the largest independent floating, production, storage and offloading (“FPSO”) leasing companies globally, with an order book of over USD22 billion until 2048. Yinson Production’s position as a top-tier FPSO contractor is driven by its excellent project management team, industry-leading safety and uptime performance and leadership position in sustainable FPSO design.
Yinson Production’s Zero Emission FPSO concept is paving the way for the decarbonisation of the FPSO industry and aligns with the Group’s Climate Goals to be carbon neutral by 2030 and net zero by 2050.
“We are honoured to have all of you among our fantastic sponsors, helping to support the critical need to bring essential business opportunities to the region. Your support will be instrumental in our mission to power the sustainable growth of the African upstream,” added Sinclair.
To find out more, and to see the full list of sponsors, visit https://africa-oilweek.com/sponsor-list.
Only at Africa Oil Week – Home of the African Upstream - can you harness new business opportunities, witness hard-hitting discussions, and connect with industry peers. Register for the event helping to power the sustainable growth of the African upstream. Secure your place today.
About Africa Oil Week
Africa Oil Week is the meeting place of choice for the continent’s upstream oil and gas sector. Now entering its 29th year, the event brings together governments, national and international oil companies, independents, investors, the G&G community and service providers. Africa Oil Week takes place in the heart of Cape Town at the Cape Town International Convention Centre 2 (CTICC2) from 9-13 October 2023.
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