First Gas Flow from GTA: A Milestone for Senegal and Mauritania

The Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) gas project, operated by BP and its partners, has commenced gas production offshore Senegal and Mauritania. The project's first phase aims to generate 2.3 million tonnes of liquefied natural gas annually. This marks the beginning of Senegal's LNG endeavors.

The Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) gas project, led by BP and partners, has achieved a significant milestone with its first gas output from an offshore field located between Senegal and Mauritania, as announced by the energy ministries of the two countries.

This floating facility, straddling the maritime border, is projected to produce 2.3 million tonnes of liquefied natural gas annually during its initial phase.

The opening of the first well signals the start of gas commercialization, marking the beginning of Senegal's venture into the LNG sector, the ministries revealed. BP and Kosmo Energy are spearheading this flagship development.

(With inputs from agencies.)