Sonatrach

Sonatrach is Algeria’s national state-owned oil and gas company and one of Africa’s largest integrated energy groups, operating across the full hydrocarbon value chain—from upstream exploration and production to midstream transport, refining, and downstream marketing. Founded on December 31, 1963, in the wake of Algeria’s independence, Sonatrach has become a cornerstone of the national economy and a major energy player on the global stage.

Headquartered in Algiers, Algeria, Sonatrach plays a pivotal role in ensuring national energy security while supporting Algeria’s economic growth by maximizing resource value and revenues. The company’s operations encompass oil and gas exploration and production, pipeline transportation, liquefaction and separation, refining, petrochemicals, and global marketing of petroleum products. With a large network of subsidiaries and affiliates, Sonatrach is deeply integrated across domestic markets and international energy systems.

Sonatrach’s strategic mission focuses on meeting Algeria’s domestic hydrocarbon needs, optimizing commercial performance, and driving sustainable energy development. The company aims to reinforce its position as a leading African energy producer and competitive global supplier, while progressively integrating low-carbon solutions and enhancing environmental performance as part of its broader transition strategy.

For investors and industry partners, Sonatrach represents a central institutional counterpart in Algeria’s energy sector, engaging in high-impact exploration and development contracts, international partnerships, and downstream infrastructure investment. Its role in regional gas markets, including Mediterranean supply and liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports, underscores its importance in global energy trade and strategic energy cooperation.