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Energy & Hydrocarbons
Algeria Among the Largest Producers and Owners of Helium in the World

Algeria Among the Largest Producers and Owners of Helium in the World

Algeria ranked fourth globally in helium production in 2024, after increasing its output by 3 million cubic meters to reach 11 million cubic meters, within a global total of 180 million cubic meters. The country extracts helium as part of liquefied natural gas production operations, especially from the Hassi R'Mel field, one of the largest natural gas fields in the world, with a production capacity of about 50 million cubic meters annually, making it the third largest Arab country after Qatar in the production capacity of this strategic resource. View the full content on Echourouk Online.

Feb 5, 2026echoroukonline.com
Diaspora & International
Italian Minister of Environment and Energy Security Arrives in Algeria

Italian Minister of Environment and Energy Security Arrives in Algeria

The Italian Minister of Environment and Energy Security, Gilberto Pichetto Fratin, arrived in Algeria yesterday evening to participate in the international seminar titled 'North Africa – Connecting Continents and Creating Opportunities', organized by the Bank of Algeria in collaboration with the International Monetary Fund, accompanied by a delegation. This visit is part of the participation in the seminar aimed at discussing the prospects for economic connectivity and enhancing cooperation and investment opportunities among the countries in the region, supporting economic integration and strengthening international partnerships. Read the full content on Echourouk Online.

Feb 5, 2026echoroukonline.com
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Algeria Continues Its Presence at the Nigeria International Energy Conference and Exhibition

Algeria Continues Its Presence at the Nigeria International Energy Conference and Exhibition

As part of its ongoing participation in the ninth edition of the Nigeria International Energy Conference and Exhibition (NIES 2026), the Secretary General of the Ministry of Energy and Mines, Mr. Miloud Majeld, participated in a working meeting dedicated to following up on the activation and launch of the African Energy Bank, in the presence of Algeria's representative to the African Petroleum Producers Organization (APPO), along with several officials from the Ministry of Energy and Mines and the SONATRACH group.

Feb 5, 2026radioalgerie.dz
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Oil: Brent crude at $68.05 per barrel

Oil: Brent crude at $68.05 per barrel

Oil prices fell today, Thursday, in cautious trading as markets continue to monitor geopolitical developments and their potential impact on global supplies. In London, the price of North Sea Brent crude for April delivery fell by 2.03% to $68.05. West Texas Intermediate crude for March delivery also declined by 2.12% to settle at $63.76.

Feb 5, 2026radioalgerie.dz
Sustainability & Green Economy
Ajjal explores ways to enhance bilateral cooperation with the Italian Minister of Environment and Energy Security

Ajjal explores ways to enhance bilateral cooperation with the Italian Minister of Environment and Energy Security

Murad Ajjal, Minister of Energy and Renewable Energies, received today, Thursday in Algiers, the Italian Minister of Environment and Energy Security, Gilberto Pichetto Fratin, as part of his visit and the accompanying delegation to Algeria, to participate in the high-level seminar organized by the Bank of Algeria and the International Monetary Fund, titled: 'North Africa: Connecting Continents and Enhancing Opportunities'.

Feb 5, 2026radioalgerie.dz
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Arkab discusses ways to enhance cooperation and partnership with the Italian Minister of Environment and Energy Security

Arkab discusses ways to enhance cooperation and partnership with the Italian Minister of Environment and Energy Security

The Minister of State, Minister of Hydrocarbons and Mines, Mohamed Arkab, discussed this Thursday in Algiers with the Italian Minister of Environment and Energy Security, Gilberto Pichetto Fratin, ways to enhance cooperation and partnership between the two countries, according to a statement from the ministry. This meeting took place as part of the visit by the Italian minister and his accompanying delegation to Algeria to participate in the works of the seminar organized by the Bank of Algeria in cooperation with the International Monetary Fund under the title: 'North Africa - Connecting Continents and Creating Opportunities', the statement adds.

Feb 5, 2026radioalgerie.dz
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Oil prices rise by 3 percent at settlement

Oil prices rise by 3 percent at settlement

Oil prices rose by about 3 percent yesterday, Wednesday, at settlement, continuing the gains made in the previous session. Brent crude futures rose by two dollars or 3 percent to $69.33 per barrel. U.S. crude futures also increased by $1.93, equivalent to 3.05 percent at settlement, recording $65.14 per barrel.

Feb 5, 2026radioalgerie.dz
Energy & Hydrocarbons
New Doors for Energy Partnership Between Algeria and African Countries

New Doors for Energy Partnership Between Algeria and African Countries

The Secretary General of the Ministry of Energy and Mines, Miloud Majeld, participated in the opening of the ninth edition of the Nigeria International Energy Exhibition and Conference (NIES 2026), representing the Minister of State, Minister of Energy and Mines, Mohamed Arkab, in the presence of senior officials from Nigeria and participating African countries, as part of Algeria's efforts to enhance its presence in regional and international energy forums. According to a statement from the Ministry of Energy and Mines, the opening yesterday, Tuesday, was attended by the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the President of the Republic of Gambia, along with the Ministers of Energy and Petroleum Resources from Nigeria and Côte d'Ivoire, and the President and Secretary General of the African Petroleum Producers Organization (APPO), Fred Ghazali.

Feb 4, 2026echoroukonline.com
Sustainability & Green Economy
Reduction of electricity consumption by 50% in seawater desalination facilities

Reduction of electricity consumption by 50% in seawater desalination facilities

The Algerian company for water desalination, a subsidiary of SONATRACH, has begun implementing a new approach to improve energy efficiency in seawater desalination facilities by gradually integrating advanced technologies that allow for a reduction in electricity consumption by between 40 and 50 percent. The assistant to the CEO in charge of communication, Mouloud Hachlaf, revealed in a statement to 'APS' that this approach is primarily based on adopting pressure exchange technology, known as energy recoverers, which allows for the recovery of pressure generated during various stages of the desalination process and converting it into reusable energy, given that seawater desalination is one of the most energy-consuming activities.

Feb 4, 2026echoroukonline.com