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In its position as the twelfth largest company in the world, Sonatrach (the National Oil Company of Algeria) continues to be the prominent partner for US energy companies operating in Algeria. The announcement of new discoveries and the sucess of new energy companies in the Algerian market has highlighted Algeria’s strategic position as a key supplier in the world energy market. Algeria is currently the world ninth largest producer of oil and the world’s third largest producer of natural gas. Additionally, Algeria is one of the few oil-rich countries that has answered the world’s call for a greater utilization of renewable energy sources through its substantial use of renewable energy technology.
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2012 Algeria Day at the OTC
Thursday, May 3, 2012 - Houston, Texas
On Thursday, May 3, 2012, the US-Algeria Business Council and the Embassy of Algeria, in Washington, DC, will host the annual Algeria Day at the OTC, in Houston, Texas. The 2012 Algeria Day at the OTC will feature H.E. Ambassador Abdallah Baali, and members of the official Sonatrach delegation to the Offshore Technology Conference. Each year the attendance at this high-profile event doubles. The Offshore Technology Conference is one of the largest events focused on innovation and technology for the energy industry. This event is a great opportunity for networking and to learn about upcoming Sonatrach initiatives and opportunities for US companies in Algeria.
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September 20-22 , 2011 Washington, DC, USA
On September 20-22 , 2011, the US-Algeria Business Council and the Embassy of Algeria, in Washington, DC, will host the Algerian delegation at RETECH 2011 - The Renewable Energy Technology Conference & Exhibition. The Algerian Delegation to RETECH 2011 will be composed of officials from the Algerian Ministry of Energy & Mines and some of Algeria's leading researchers in the field of renewable energy. RETECH 2011 continues the tradition of assembling all of the renewable energy technologies, industries and applications in one place; providing government officials, executives, engineers, financiers, and other professionals a one-stop annual update on renewable energy.
Participating in last year's RETECH 2010 was an opportunity for the US-Algeria Business Council to draw attention to the many opportunities for US companies to export renewable energy technology to Algeria and to work with Algerian companies to develop new technologies in the unique environment of the Sahara Desert. While Algeria is well known for its rich and superior natural resources, the world often overlooks its wealth of renewable resources. In a land of geographical contrasts, Algeria can produce energy from water, biomass, wind, and sun. Several members of the US-Algeria Business Council participated in the RETECH 2010 event. The US-Algeria Business Council was an active contributor in the organization of RETECH 2010 and is contributing to the International Advisory Committee for the organization of RETECH 2011.
For more information about the RETECH event and to sign up for this exciting conference, please visit: www.retech2011.com
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2011 Algeria Energy Day at the OTC
Wednesday, May 4 , 2011 - Westin Oaks Hotel, Houston, TX
On Wednesday, May 4, 2011, the US-Algeria Business Council and the Embassy of Algeria, in Washington, DC, hosted the annual Algeria Energy Day at the OTC, in Houston, Texas. The 2011 Algeria Energy Day at the OTC conference was held at the Westin Oaks Hotel. The keynote speakers at the 2011 Algeria Day at the OTC were:
H.E. Ambassador Abdallah Baali
the Algerian Ambassador to the United States
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Dr. Djelloul Bachi Bensaad
the Director of Production for Sonatrach &
the Head of the Official Algerian Delegation to the OTC
This half-day conference featureed presentations from some of the most influential decision makers in US-Algeria trade, followed by an exclusive networking reception and dinner overlooking the Houston, Texas panorama. The Bilateral US-Arab Chamber of Commerce was the Supporting Organization for the 2011 Algeria Day at the OTC. The Bilateral Chamber has been a long time collaborator with the US-Algeria Business Council and we are proud to have their support in Houston, Texas.
This year the 2011 Algeria Day at the OTC featured two delegations, the Sonatrach Delegation to the OTC, led by our keynote speaker, and composed of the following confirmed delegates: Dr. Djelloul Bachi Bensaad, Sonatrach Director of Production Division, Ms. Fouzia Bairi Sonatrach Operations Director of Production Division, Mr. Faycal Selama Sonatrach Director of Petroleum Field, Mr. Abdelaziz Tourqui Sonatrach Director of Drilling - Hassi Messaoud, Mr. Sofiane Fekkai Sonatrach Department Head of PED - Hassi Messaoud, Mr. Bachir Ben Amor ENTP President & CEO, Mr. Ismail Bendebbah ENSP Director, Mr. Azzeddine Chouchane ENTP Director, Mr. Abdelhafid Ferhat HESP Vice President, Mr. Louardi Messaoudi ENTP Vice President, Mr. Abdelghani Zerghib, HESP President & CEO, Mr. Bachir Chieb ENTP Vice President, and Mr. Saaden Heguehoug ENSP Director, and the US Department of Commerce’s Private Sector Delegation to the OTC led by Mr. Kamal Achab, Senior Commercial Specialist at the US Embassy in Algeria.
The key topic discussed at this year’s Algeria Day at the OTC was upcoming trends in Algeria’s energy market, new exploration blocks offered in Algeria, and large scale construction and infrastructure upgrade tenders. The Government of Algeria has allocated over US$60 billion in exploration and over US$30 billion in renewable energy investments.
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2010 Algeria Energy Day at the OTC
May 5 , 2010 Houston, TX
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On Wednesday, May 5, 2010 the US-Algeria Business Council and the Embassy of Algeria, in Washington, DC, hosted the 2010 Algeria Energy Day at the Offshore Technology Conference. The Algeria Energy Day has become an annual tradition for attendees at the OTC to learn more about opportunities in US-Algeria energy trade.
This half day conference, featured H.E. Ambassador Abdallah Baali, the Algerian Ambassador to the United States, Mr. Tom Sams, the Deputy Director for the Middle East at the US Department of Commerce, Mr. Djelloul BenSaad Bachi, Director of Production of Sonatrach and Mr. A. Oubira, the President of ENSP, and other officials from Sonatrach. The conference was followed by a reception and dinner and was an important occasion to network with key decision makers from Sonatrach, it subsidiaries and their US counterparts. At this event, attendees learned about upcoming Sonatrach initiatives and participated in frank discussions about US-Algeria partnerships and business opportunities.
During this year's conference, H.E. Ambassador Baali presented an in-depth summary of US-Algeria trade relations with detailed attention to developments in the energy sector. He also provided copies of the recently printed Guide Book of Algeria to our honorable guests. Mr. Tom Sams of the US Department of Commerce introduced the many online services for US companies working in Algeria. Additionally, Mr. Omar Mohammedi of OTM Law announced the publication of his article on Trade & Investment in Algeria in the Michigan State International Journal of Law. To view a copy of these resources, please click on the following links.
The Algeria Day at the OTC is one of the most prominent events at the OTC and the only event where US-Algeria trade is discussed. Attendance at the Algeria Day at the OTC has tripled every year since its inception. The intimate surroundings of the Algeria Day at the OTC are an excellent time to meet and discuss with key decision makers in Sonatrach.
Resources from the 2010 Algeria Day at the OTC
EMBASSY OF ALGERIA GUIDE BOOK OF ALGERIA
US DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE ONLINE EXPORT GUIDE FOR ALGERIA
INTERNATIONAL TRADE & INVESTMENT IN ALGERIA: AN OVERVIEW
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USABC Member Energy Briefing
featuring H.E. Minister Chakib Khelil
& H.E. Ambassador Abdallah Baali
April 5, 2010 Washington, DC
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On Monday, April 5, 2010 the US-Algeria Business Council hosted the 2010 USABC Energy Briefing featuring H.E. Minister Chakib Khelil, the Algerian Minister of Energy & Mines and H.E. Ambassador Abdallah Baali, the Algerian Ambassador to the United States. The theme of the event was preparations for the upcoming LNG 16 Summit held in Oran, Algeria on April 18-21, 2010.
Guests included officials from the US Department of Commerce, the US Department of Energy and the US Department of State. H.E. Ambassador Baali provided a helpful update on positive development in US-Algeria relations including the announcement of the upcoming US Trade & Investment Mission to Algeria which will take place on May 21-26, 2010.
H.E. Minister Khelil welcomed the many representatives of US energy companies present at the dinner then discussed the recent developments in the dialogue between gas exporting countries. Turning to the upcoming LNG16 Summit to be held in Oran, Minister Khelil updated the guests in the preparations that have occurred and warmly invited their participation in this important conference. In addition to the participation of numerous private sector leaders, there will be a gas summit for key officials from gas exporting countries during the summit in Oran, to discuss the price of gas.
The energy briefing was an excellent opportunity for US-Algeria Business Council members to learn more about upcoming opportunities in Algeria including new exploration blocks and partnerships with Sonatrach. The Council was sincerely thankful for the participation of H.E. Minister Khelil and H.E. Ambassador Baali.
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LNG 16 SUMMIT
April 18-21, 2010 Oran, Algeria
On April 18-21, 2010, the USABC team traveled to the LNG Summit in Oran, Algeria, hosted by the Ministry of Energy & Mines of Algeria, to represent US-Algerian business Council members and facilitate new Algerian-American partnerships in natural gas. The US-Algeria Business Council was a Supporting Organization at this conference.
The LNG Exhibition and Conference takes place every three years and it is the largest event in the world dedicated to the liquefied natural gas industry, attracting more than 2,500 delegates and 200 exhibitors. For more information, please visit: www.lng16.org
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RETECH 2010
February 3-5, 2010 Washington, DC
On February 3-5, 2010 the US-Algeria Business Council participated in RETECH 2010 as a Supporting Organization. RETECH 2010 is co-produced by the American Council On Renewable Energy (ACORE) and TradeFair Group.
RETECH 2010 brought together the technology, business, finance, and policy committees for a business-to-business (B-toB), business-to-government (B-to-G), and Professional-to-Professional (P-to-P) conference.
Over 300 companies and organizations from all renewable energy sectors—wind, solar, hydro, ocean, geothermal, biomass, biofuels, and waste-to-energy--and hosted booths on the Trade Show floor. Exhibitors included equipment manufacturers and suppliers, systems providers, finance and investment firms, research & development companies, project developers and operators, law firms, green builders, architects, construction and rigging companies, NGOs, trade associations, and government agencies. For more information, please visit: www.retech2010.com
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2009 Algeria Energy Day at the OTC
May 6 , 2009 Houston, TX
On May 6, 2009 the US-Algeria Business Council in collaboration with the Embassy of Algeria in Washington, DC hosted the 2009 Algeria Energy Day at the Offshore Technology Conference at the Westin Oaks Hotel in Houston, Texas. The Algeria Energy day has become an annual tradition for attendees at the OTC to learn more about opportunities in US-Algeria energy trade. The conference featured presentations from:
- the Honorable Abdallah Baali, Algerian Ambassador to the United States
- the Official Sonatrach Delegation and Sonatrach Affiliates,
- the US Department of State Algerian Investment Promotion Delegation, &
- the US Department of Commerce Algerian Private Sector Petroleum Service Delegation
Ambassador Baali set the tone of the conference by providing an update on developments in US-Algeria trade and political relations. Mr. Fethi Arabi, the Director for Strategy of Sonatrach provided a thorough presentation on the development of US-Algeria energy partnerships and upcoming initiatives for Sonatrach. Over 160 executives and government officials attended this event.
The 2009 Algeria Energy Day at the OTC was organized by the US-Algeria Business Council and the Embassy of Algeria in Washington, DC with the support of the American Gas Association, the Texas Alliance of Energy Producers, the Bilateral US-Arab Chamber of Commerce and the US Department of Commerce Commercial Service.
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2009 US-ALGERIA ENERGY FORUM
Introducing New Trends in US-Algeria Energy Trade:
Renewable Energy Sources and Innovative Technologies
February 17, 2009 Washington, DC
On February 17, 2009 the US-Algeria Business Council and the Embassy of Algeria in Washington DC hosted the annual US-Algeria Energy Forum featuring the Honorable Minister Chakib Khelil, the Algerian Minister of Energy & Mines and the Honorable Ambassador Abdallah Baali, the Algerian Ambassador to the United States. The 2009 US-Algeria Energy Forum was generously sponsored by the following USABC Members: BP, ExxonMobil, Nabors Industries, Anadarko, McMoran Exploration Co., ConocoPhillips, Curtis International Lawyers and Northrop Grumman.
Over 100 people attended the energy forum to hear the comments from Minister Khelil and experts from the US Department of Energy, the Algerian Ministry of Energy & Mines, the Center for Research and Development of Gas in Algeria, New Energy Algeria, BP Alternative Energy, the Algerian Energy Efficiency Agency and GE Energy.
The theme of this year’s conference introduced a new topic in the ongoing dialogue of US-Algeria trade relations; the 2009 Us-Algeria Energy Forum focused on the role of renewable energy in US-Algeria energy trade. Algeria has recently launched a government-backed initiative to develop the sources of renewable energies in the country, namely wind power, water power and solar power. In a recent feasibility study it was found that Algeria’s solar energy output would be substantial enough to match all of Europe’s energy needs. The forward-thinking approach of the Algerian Government is to utilize oil revenues to jumpstart a sustainable renewable energy market.
The 2009 US-Algeria Renewable Energy Forum was an opportunity for US companies to learn about investment opportunities in the renewable energy field in Algeria and for government officials to expand their familiarity with the important contribution renewable energy can make in avoiding energy crises in the future.
CLICK HERE - 2009 ENERGY FORUM AGENDA
CLICK HERE - PRESENTATION: ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAM IN ALGERIA
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