TotalEnergies and AMNI Approve Ima Gas Field Development in Nigeria
Sep 23, 2026, 3:29 AM EDT2 sourcesAI-analyzed
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FIDs for significant energy projects typically re-rate explorers/major producers on asset base expansion and potential cash flow uplift; Ima contributes to TTE's gas portfolio and long‑term LNG pipeline economics, though near-term upside is modest until 2028.
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TotalEnergies, as operator with 40% and alongside AMNI's 60%, has finalized the investment decision for Nigeria's Ima gas field. The project features a single-platform development tied by a 22 km pipeline to NLNG, with production expected to begin in 2028. The FID strengthens TTE's gas growth in Africa and could lift long-term cash flow and LNG supply security, albeit with a multi-year horizon.
TTE (40%, operator) and AMNI (60%) take FID on Ima gas field in Nigeria. Start-up expected 2028.
Ima lies on OML 112/117 offshore licenses; development uses a single platform with a 22 km pipeline.
Production start-up is targeted for 2028; field is in shallow waters near Bonny Island.
Pipeline leads to Nigeria LNG, with TotalEnergies linked to NLNG indirectly via a 15% stake.
Project expands TTE's Africa gas portfolio and may boost future LNG supply to NLNG.
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