The Colombian government’s reluctance to award new oil contracts stems from the belief that previously awarded contracts are sufficient to sustain hydrocarbon exploration and production in the country.
The Pacific Regasification project remains one of Colombia’s energy endeavors that the government is determined to develop to bolster energy security.
In its second attempt to attract investors, the Pacific Regasification Plant project has finally garnered interest from a consortium.
After nine years at the helm of the Colombian Association of Oil and Gas (ACP), Francisco José Lloreda is stepping down from his position, believing that he has completed his cycle in the industry.
Persistent roadblocks caused by protests from disgruntled communities across various departments in the country have emerged as a major hindrance to the private sector in Colombia.
During a meeting with the coffee sector’s grassroots in Pitalito, Huila, President Gustavo Petro drew an unusual analogy between the country’s coffee exports and other commodities.
Jorge Alirio Ortiz, Vice President of the National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH), emphasized the agency’s commitment to fostering relationships with all sector stakeholders.
“Both the government and the industry have decided to change spokespersons, which opens doors to new communication within the sector. However, delicate matters like signing new contracts will require extensive efforts from both sides.” We quoted Juan Felipe Neira, a professor at Universidad Externado in an article about Frank Pearl coming to the ACP and a new MinEnergia, Andrés Camacho.
The newly appointed head of ACP is Frank Pearl, and significant challenges lie ahead for the incoming leader.
In a bid to contribute to the reconstruction of social fabric and improve living conditions in municipalities hardest hit by armed conflict and poverty, the Colombian Agency for Territorial Renewal (ART) has extended an invitation to the nation’s companies.
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