Perenco is now the largest operator in Cameroon in term of production, with an operating area in the Rio del Rey and Douala basins, with oil and gas production of 85,000 boepd (51,000 barrels per day and 24 million m 3 of gas per day).
When did oil & gas production start in Cameroon?
During the same period when commercial discoveries were made, explorations began in Douala/Kribi Campo basin and production later began in 1997. Oil and gas production in Cameroon take place in various blocks located within the two sedimentary basins listed above (see picture below).
How does Cameroon supply oil & gas products?
The supply and distribution chain of oil and gas products usually goes through refining, storage, transportation and distribution. In Cameroon, the supply of refined oil products is carried out using two methods, local production or direct import.
What is oilfield service in Cameroon?
d. Oilfield service (OFS) is the sector involved in the manufacturing, repairing and maintaining equipment used in the process of extracting oil from the hydrocarbon well. They work together with companies in the upstream sector. In Cameroon, the main key players in this sector are Schlumberger and Halliburton.