Libya's NOC moves to capture 34 million cubic feet of flared gas daily
The National Oil Corporation and SLB agreed to proceed with a project to reduce gas flaring at Messla and Sarir fields.
Libya's National Oil Corporation (NOC) is moving forward with a project to capture 34 million cubic feet of gas daily that is currently being flared at the Messla and Sarir oil fields. The NOC's "2030 Initiative" Committee met with SLB representatives on November 4 and 5 to discuss the project's first phase outcomes. This initiative aims to turn flared gas into an economic resource.
The project, operated by the Arabian Gulf Oil Company (AGOCO), will involve a detailed technical study to be completed by the first quarter of 2027. NOC Chairman stressed the importance of reducing gas flaring and maximizing national resource utilization. Participants agreed to enhance cooperation with SLB for its technical expertise.
The NOC stated the initiative aligns with efforts to achieve sustainable economic and environmental benefits. The next phase of the project will produce a comprehensive, implementation-ready plan. This follows the initial engineering study conducted by SLB.
Why it mattersThe initiative aims to transform associated gas into a source of economic value and energy, delivering sustainable economic and environmental benefits.