The National Oil Corporation is discussing future exploration plans with a consortium of Eni and BP.
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Tripoli, November 24, 2025 (LANA) – The Exploration Department of the National Oil Corporation (NOC) discussed the exploration activity programs of the consortium of Eni, BP, and the Libyan Investment Authority (LIA) for 2025, as well as the work proposed for 2026, in the onshore and offshore areas of the Ghadames and Sirte Basins.
The expanded technical meeting was attended by the Director of the NOC Exploration Department and his counterparts from the two companies, along with representatives from the LIA and a number of specialists from relevant entities.
During the meeting, the consortium confirmed the drilling of an exploratory well this year in the Ghadames Basin, with plans to drill two new exploratory wells next year, one in the Ghadames Basin and the other in the offshore area of the Sirte Basin. This reflects the NOC's commitment to strengthening international cooperation and developing national capabilities in oil exploration to support Libya's energy future.
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