BY: Dr. Hana Saada
Talks focus on expanding gas marketing collaboration and exploring new projects in oil, gas, and renewable energy sectors
Algiers, Algeria | April 28th, 2025 — In a new stride towards consolidating strategic energy partnerships, the Chief Executive Officer of Sonatrach Group, Mr. Rachid Hachichi, received on Monday, April 28, 2025, at the General Directorate headquarters, a high-level delegation from the Spanish company Naturgy, led by its CEO, Mr. Francisco Reynés. The meeting was held in the presence of senior executives from both Sonatrach and Naturgy.
The talks focused on strengthening the robust cooperation between the two companies, particularly in the field of natural gas marketing. The meeting also provided an opportunity to exchange views on the latest developments in global hydrocarbon markets, at a time when the international energy landscape is undergoing significant transformations.
Mr. Francisco Reynés expressed his company’s pride in the historical and exceptional partnership it shares with Sonatrach. He reaffirmed Naturgy’s unwavering commitment to further strengthen and expand areas of collaboration with its Algerian counterpart. Highlighting mutual interests, Mr. Reynés emphasized Naturgy’s readiness to embark on the development of new joint projects in the oil and gas industries, as well as in the field of renewable energies.
This meeting reflects the shared determination of Sonatrach and Naturgy to elevate their cooperation to new heights, fostering innovative projects that will serve the long-term economic interests of both Algeria and Spain.
By focusing on new opportunities in a shifting energy landscape, both companies are poised to contribute to a sustainable and diversified energy future, reinforcing Algeria’s strategic position as a reliable and pivotal energy partner in the Mediterranean region and beyond.
