The Angola LNG (ALNG) plant in Soyo has commenced a planned 32-day general maintenance shutdown as part of its periodic Turnaround (TAR) programme. The maintenance campaign, which began on 8 July 2026, also includes work at Chevron’s Sanha Complex and the Sanha Floating Production, Storage and Offloading (FPSO) facility located in Cabinda’s offshore Area B.
According to Angola’s National Agency for Petroleum, Gas and Biofuels (ANPG), the scheduled shutdown is aimed at ensuring the continued safety, reliability and operational efficiency of the LNG facility while preserving the integrity of critical infrastructure.
During the maintenance period, the Angola LNG plant will temporarily suspend liquefied natural gas (LNG) production and related derivatives. The shutdown is expected to reduce monthly LNG production and cargo loadings by approximately 80%, with operations set to resume gradually once maintenance activities are completed.
The maintenance programme will also affect oil production, with the temporary shutdown of the Sanha Complex and Sanha FPSO expected to reduce output by approximately 48,996 barrels of oil per day (BOPD).
Despite the temporary production halt, Angola LNG said it is working to meet its contractual obligations in international markets by implementing measures to minimise disruptions and ensure the continued fulfilment of customer commitments.
The National Concessionaire reaffirmed its commitment to carrying out the maintenance programme in full compliance with safety, health, environmental and operational integrity standards, ensuring the long-term reliability and performance of Angola’s LNG infrastructure.
