In the context of significant development, representatives from PREF-CEMAC, APPO, and CABEF recently convened on July 19th, 2024 to discuss the Central African Pipeline System (CAPS) project. Under the supervision of the CEMAC commissioner, the meeting aimed to advance the implementation of CAPS, a revolutionary network of cross-border oil and gas pipelines promising to transform energy supply in Central Africa.

Key points discussed include:

Project Overview:
CAPS is an initiative of the Central Africa Business Energy Forum, CABEF, for CEMAC countries to build a vast pipeline network. The network will comprise natural gas pipelines, fuel pipelines, pumping stations, LNG terminals, power plants, oil refineries, and storage depots. Its objective is to unlock Central Africa’s energy and economic potential by improving living conditions and stimulating industrial development.

Project Summary Review:
The meeting focused on the submitted project summary, which underwent rigorous scrutiny. PREF-CEMAC approved the document, ensuring compliance with drafting guidelines. This step marks a crucial milestone towards realizing the CAPS project.

Anticipation of Maturity and Integration:
With the project summary approved, stakeholders eagerly await the next phase. CAPS is poised to seamlessly integrate into the CEMAC regional framework. Looking ahead, Central Africa’s energy landscapes are poised for transformation.

Stay tuned for further updates as we witness the maturation of CAPS, a vital endeavor shaping the region’s energy future.

The CABEF

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