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This is Algeria's ranking among the largest Arab countries in the capacity of oil and gas power plants

This is Algeria's ranking among the largest Arab countries in the capacity of oil and gas power plants

Algeria ranked fifth among Arab countries in terms of operational capacity for oil and gas power plants, with a total of 26,326 megawatts as of January 2026, relying almost entirely on natural gas, benefiting from its position as one of the largest producers and exporters globally. The Energy Research Unit revealed in its report that the capacity of projects under development reached 4,305 megawatts, most of which are in the construction phase, at a time when the state is focusing on modernizing the electrical grid and increasing the efficiency of the plants. Watch the full content on Echourouk Online.

Mar 2, 2026echoroukonline.com
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Iran War.. Algeria Prepares to Meet Arab Demand for Liquefied Gas

Iran War.. Algeria Prepares to Meet Arab Demand for Liquefied Gas

Algeria is preparing to enhance its presence in the global liquefied gas market by increasing its spot sales, as it is ready to redirect some shipments to Arab importing countries including Egypt, Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain, amid military tensions in the region and concerns over supply shortages. Informed sources for the specialized energy platform revealed that the Algerian government aims to seize pricing opportunities in the spot market, with operational preparations to increase the loading pace of shipments in the coming days, and to invest available production and liquefaction capacity to meet the expected rising demand in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Mar 2, 2026echoroukonline.com
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Iran War.. More than 250 Tankers Stopped in the Gulf Amid Rising Tensions

Iran War.. More than 250 Tankers Stopped in the Gulf Amid Rising Tensions

Shipping data showed that more than 250 tankers and ships, including crude oil and liquefied natural gas tankers, have stopped in the open waters of the Gulf and on both sides of the Strait of Hormuz, following American and Israeli strikes on Iran and rising tensions in the region, prompting marine insurance companies to cancel war risk coverage starting March 5. The Omani Maritime Security Center reported yesterday, according to Reuters, that the oil tanker 'Sky Light' was attacked near the port of Khasab in Musandam, resulting in injuries to four crew members and the evacuation of all 20 people on board, including 15 Indians and five Iranians. View the full content on الشروق أونلاين

Mar 2, 2026echoroukonline.com
Real Estate & Construction
Jalawi inspects the workshops for the eastern mining railway project between Draa and Wadi Kabrit

Jalawi inspects the workshops for the eastern mining railway project between Draa and Wadi Kabrit

The Minister of Public Works and Basic Infrastructure, Mr. Abdelkader Jalawi, inspected today, Monday evening, the workshops of the eastern mining railway project in its section linking Draa and Wadi Kabrit in Souk Ahras province over a distance of 30 km. After receiving comprehensive explanations about the progress rates of the project, Mr. Jalawi emphasized the necessity of delivering the project 'before the specified deadlines' and highlighted the need for coordination with local authorities to accelerate the pace of work and ensure the mobilization of all human and material resources to guarantee compliance with contractual deadlines and to work on finding solutions to any field obstacles if they exist.

Mar 2, 2026radioalgerie.dz
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Military Escalation in the Gulf Region: Oil and Gold Prices Reach High Levels

Military Escalation in the Gulf Region: Oil and Gold Prices Reach High Levels

Oil and gold prices have risen to high levels amid military escalation in the Gulf region. Reuters reported this Monday that 'Brent crude oil prices rose by 10.9 percent to touch $82 per barrel for the first time since June 23, 2025. The agency indicated that Brent crude prices are on a steady rise as tensions in the Gulf region escalate and crude oil shipments are disrupted. Gold prices also rose by 2 percent to reach $5,330 per ounce, according to Reuters figures.

Mar 2, 2026radioalgerie.dz