Managing Director of TotalEnergies Algeria Meets Sonelgaz Chief Executive

In a significant development for the energy sector, Mr. Mourad Adjal, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Sonelgaz, warmly welcomed Mr. Moufdi Zakaria Chikh, the Managing Director of TotalEnergies Algeria, during a meeting held in Algiers on 6 November 2023. The purpose of this high-level encounter, as highlighted in a Sonelgaz press release, was to explore avenues for enhancing cooperation and fostering a stronger partnership between the two esteemed organizations.

The discussions between these prominent figures revolved around various crucial topics, including renewable energies, electricity storage, as well as the expansion and interconnection of electrical networks. Additionally, the exchange of experiences was also a key focus, as both parties sought to leverage their expertise for mutual benefit. This meeting marks a significant step forward in the pursuit of sustainable energy solutions and underscores the commitment of Sonelgaz and TotalEnergies to driving innovation and progress in the Algerian energy landscape.

By joining forces and sharing knowledge, Sonelgaz and TotalEnergies aim to unlock new possibilities in the realm of renewable energy, while also addressing the pressing need for efficient electricity storage. Furthermore, the development of interconnected electrical networks will pave the way for enhanced energy accessibility and reliability across the region. As the meeting concluded, both Mr. Adjal and Mr. Chikh expressed their optimism and enthusiasm for the future prospects of collaboration between Sonelgaz and TotalEnergies. Their shared vision of a sustainable and resilient energy sector in Algeria will undoubtedly contribute to the country’s economic growth and environmental well-being.

Furthermore, the CEO of Sonelgaz held, on Monday, a meeting by videoconference with the general director of the company Energie du Mali (EDM), Abdoulaye Djibril Diallo, with whom he discussed the ways and means of relaunching the partnership between Sonelgaz and the EDM. This meeting, which took place in the presence of senior executives of the two companies, “is part of the relaunch of Sonelgaz’s level of foreign partnership at the continental level”, according to the public group’s press release.