In recent years, there has been an attempt to revive the oil production and industry in Benin. In September 2019, Niger and China launched the construction of the Niger-Benin Oil Pipeline. This pipeline, roughly 1980 kilometers (1230 miles), will run from the Diffa Region in the Southeast of Niger to the Port Seme Terminal in Benin.
Who is responsible for petroleum imports in Benin?
The company responsible for petroleum imports is Société Nationale de Commercialisation des Produits Pétroliers (SONACOP). Benin ceased petroleum production from its Seme oilfield in 1998. America’s Kosmos Energy LLC explored for petroleum in 2006. In recent years, there has been an attempt to revive the oil production and industry in Benin.
What is the Niger-Benin Oil Pipeline?
In September 2019, Niger and China launched the construction of the Niger-Benin Oil Pipeline. This pipeline, roughly 1980 kilometers (1230 miles), will run from the Diffa Region in the Southeast of Niger to the Port Seme Terminal in Benin. The projected pipeline is to have two thirds run through Niger and one third through Benin.
How long will the Niger-Benin Oil Pipeline take?
The Niger-Benin Oil Pipeline project is projected to take about two and a half years. It is estimated that this pipeline will increase Niger’s oil export as well as create economic traffic for Benin. The company responsible for gas imports is Société Beninoise de Gaz. Natural gas is supplied to Benin by the West African Gas Pipeline .