Chemical industry in Sao Tome and Principe

Latest Sao Tomean chemical industry news

6 August 2026
Petrobras posts R$52.4bn Q2 2026 profit

Quarterly results bolstered by record own oil output, above-100% refinery utilization and higher derivative production, supporting cash generation and lower imports.

9 July 2026
Petrobras completes acquisition and operatorship of São Tomé and Príncipe Block 3

Consortium now set with operator at 75% and partners at 15% and 10%; move supports reserve replenishment through new-frontier exploration.

11 May 2026
Petrobras posts R$32.7 billion net profit in 1Q26

Net profit R$32.7bn; adjusted EBITDA R$59.6bn; investments R$26.8bn. Production and refining records supported cash generation and higher derivatives output.

17 April 2026
Petrobras to acquire 75% and operatorship of Block 3 offshore São Tomé and Príncipe

Acquirer to take 75% and operatorship of Block 3 offshore São Tomé and Príncipe from Oranto. Post-deal: acquirer 75%, Oranto 15%, ANP‑STP 10%. Subject to regulatory approvals.

6 February 2026
Petrobras Acquires 42.5% Stake in Namibian Offshore Block

Petrobras partners with TotalEnergies in Namibia's Block 2613, aiming to diversify and expand oil and gas reserves. Completion awaits regulatory approvals.

12 September 2025
Galp Acquires 27.5% Stake in Shell's São Tomé Offshore Block 4

Galp expands its São Tomé exploration with a new stake in Block 4, joining Shell, Petrobras, and ANP-STP, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the region's offshore resources.