Ports Pipelines and Corridors
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OPEC Chief Backs Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline as Niger Sets Survey Start
OPEC Secretary General Haitham Al-Ghais has backed the proposed pipeline from Nigerian gas fields through Niger to Algeria, with a possible link to Europe. Niger expects route surveys to begin in early October 2026, but the project still has no full delivery timetable.
Moroccan fresh produce pushes deeper into UK and European markets
Morocco is ramping up fresh produce exports to the UK and Europe. New shipping links, expanded water supplies, and bigger harvests from the Souss region are changing the face of regional trade.
Oil prices surge as Saudi pipeline and Libyan fields halt flows
A sudden halt at Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline and shutdowns at Libyan oil fields have sent oil prices sharply higher, exposing the market's vulnerability to regional supply shocks and escalating geopolitical risks.
Algeria condemns drone strike on Saudi pipeline, warns of regional risks
Algeria has strongly criticized recent drone attacks on Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline, warning that such incidents threaten regional stability and the security of vital energy routes.
Julyana Free Zone Port sets new record for vessel arrivals in August
Julyana Free Zone Port registered its highest monthly vessel traffic in August, handling 93 commercial ships across diverse cargo types. The surge signals a shift in regional trade flows and growing confidence among shipping operators and merchants.
Algérie Ferries launches early bookings for 2026 autumn and winter sailings
Algérie Ferries has opened reservations for its 2026-2027 autumn and winter season, allowing passengers to secure tickets for cross-Mediterranean routes well in advance. The move signals a push for early planning and digital access for Algerian maritime travel.
Julyana Free Zone Nears Completion of 200,000-Ton Grain Silo Complex
A 200,000-ton grain silo project at Julyana Free Zone is set to transform food security and port logistics, with advanced Belgian equipment and new infrastructure promising a major boost to Libya's strategic reserves and job market.
Egypt contains oil spill after South Sinai pipeline leak
Egyptian authorities have contained a crude oil spill stretching three kilometres off Ras Badran near Abu Redis in South Sinai, after identifying and repairing a pipeline leak. Environmental monitoring and legal action are ongoing to assess damage and accountability.
Julyana Free Zone Port Advances Security with IMO Training
Julyana Free Zone Port has completed an IMO-accredited security training for its staff, finalising security plans for key port facilities and moving closer to international compliance certification, with direct implications for Libya's port operations and trade.
Algeria to Export 100,000 Tonnes of Construction Materials to Mauritania
Algeria has signed a strategic agreement to ship 100,000 tonnes of construction materials to Mauritania, aiming to strengthen maritime trade links and expand access to West African markets while reducing reliance on costly overland routes.