Algeria: Sonatrach, Sonelgaz to Ink Agreement for Submarine Cable with EU Partners

Algerian state-owned companies Sonatrach and Sonelgaz are set to sign an agreement for the construction of an underwater power cable linking the country to Europe.

Announced by Algeria’s Minister of Energy and Mines Mohamed Arkab on 21 July, the contract will allow Algeria to export electricity produced from natural gas and renewable energy.

Preparations for the project are currently underway and construction is expected to start soon.