Côte d'Ivoire's Oil & Gas sector is undergoing an unprecedented transformation, positioning the country as a key player in West Africa. With 61 oil blocks, including 7 onshore and 54 offshore, Côte d'Ivoire is benefiting from major discoveries, strategic partnerships and cutting-edge technological innovations.
Of the 20 active blocks (4 in production and 16 in exploration), several international companies are strengthening the development of the Ivorian basin:
- Eni Energies et Services: Deploying advanced technologies on blocks CI-504, CI-526, CI-706 and CI-708, in particular with the flagship Baleine project.
- Murphy Oil Corporation: Active on blocks CI-102, CI-103, CI-502, CI-531 and CI-709, with innovative approaches to optimising exploration.
- Elephant Oil & Gas II: Specialising in the onshore sector, it focuses on blocks CI-520, CI-521 and CI-522, favouring a sustainable strategy.
- Foxtrot International and PETROCI Holding: Key players in the production of natural gas, essential to Côte d'Ivoire's energy independence.
- Ice Oil & Gas: Since 2023, this company has been exploring offshore block CI-705, contributing to the growth of the sector.
Côte d'Ivoire is adopting cutting-edge technologies to maximise operating efficiency:
- Ultra-deep offshore drilling: safe, optimised exploitation of resources in extreme conditions.
- Digitalisation and Digital Twins: Real-time modelling of reservoirs for better cost management.
- Associated Gas Recovery: Reducing flaring, capturing gases and maximising their use for electricity and fertiliser.
- Midstream Infrastructure Optimisation: modernising pipelines and terminals to ensure the safe transport of hydrocarbons.
Points to remember about the Economic and Strategic Impact :
- Strong growth in production: Target of more than 200,000 barrels/day, strengthening the country's position in the regional market.
- Energy Transition: Development of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to meet global needs.
- Attractive regulatory framework: Tax reforms to encourage investment by majors such as TotalEnergies, Tullow Oil and Dragon Oil.
With these advances, Côte d'Ivoire is positioning itself as a leader in Oil & Gas in Africa, combining energy growth with sustainable development.
