As part of its diversification strategy regarding gas exports, SONATRACH delivered on 2nd of July 2026 its first LNG supply to Germany at the Wilhelmshaven 1 floating regasification terminal.

This shipment lifted at the GL2Z liquefaction complex in Bethioua (Algeria) and transported on board of TESSALA LNG tanker, owned by SONATRACH, confirms SONATRACH ability to seize opportunities offered by the evolvements of the global natural gas markets, while strengthening the valorisation of its resources on high-potential strategic markets. It also, attests to the Group’s trading flexibility and its commitment to consolidating its position on the main international energy markets.

Through this operation, SONATRACH intends to pursue the expansion of its exports to this market, thus, enhancing its position as a key supplier and contribution to reinforcing the security of the European energy supplies.

About Sonatrach

SONATRACH is a fully integrated oil and gas company operating across the entire value chain, particularly in exploration, production, pipeline transport, refining and marketing.
As a cornerstone of Algeria’s economy, SONATRACH is the guarantor of national energy security, contributing up to 26% of Algeria’s GDP and 50% of national fiscal revenues.
SONATRACH is also an integrated Group with more than 150 subsidiaries and affiliates, SONATRACH employs, at the group’s level nearly 200,000 people.