Eni and SOCAR finalize joint venture in Côte d’Ivoire oil field
What happened
On September 26, SOCAR acquired a 10% stake in the Baleine oil and gas field project in Côte d’Ivoire. The project partners' stakes are now distributed as follows: Eni holds 37.25%, Vitol holds 30%, Côte d’Ivoire’s national oil and gas company Petroci holds 22.75%, and SOCAR holds 10%. Eni stated that the sale of its stake is in line with the company's strategy to optimize its upstream portfolio and accelerate the monetization of exploration results.
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Why it matters
The transaction expands cooperation between Eni and SOCAR on joint projects in third countries. Eni's divestment is part of a strategic effort to optimize its upstream portfolio. The joint venture increases national resource development within Côte d’Ivoire.
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Who's involved
- EniMultinational oil and gas company involved in the joint venture.
- Ivory CoastSovereign state where the Baleine oil and gas field is located.
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The entities involved
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Eni
multinational oil and gas company based in Italy