Algeria is actively pushing to expand its oil and gas sector, launching new licensing rounds and securing international partnerships to boost production amid high global demand.
Algeria has launched the “Algeria Bid Round 2026,” offering seven new oil and gas exploration blocks in key areas such as Illizi, Touggourt, and El Bayadh.
The tender, focusing on onshore Saharan blocks, calls for bids by November 26, 2026, with contracts expected by January 31, 2027.
Algeria aims to increase its natural gas production to (200) billion cubic meters annually by 2030, supported by a (\$60) billion investment plan.BP is re-entering Algeria with a new exploration licence in the eastern basin.Algeria continues to solidify its role as a key supplier to the EU following the reduction of Russian gas.Algeria and Germany are exploring technical partnerships to reduce methane emissions and enhance local technology, aligning with Algeria’s commitment to modernization, according to a recent report.
As of early May 2026, Algeria continues to participate in OPEC+ production adjustments, ensuring market stability, notes the latest official OPEC statement.In February 2026, Sonatrach awarded a US$1 billion contract to Larsen & Toubro for developing a gas processing plant, set to produce 11 million cubic meters per day.In May 2026, a new patent was granted for fuel oil reclamation in Algeria to improve plant capacity.
Note by Alessandro Bazzoni