Libya Energy Insights
Monthly oil and gas intelligence on Libya from Libya Desk: production, the politics of the National Oil Corporation, a risk matrix for oil output, international partners and contracts, and what to expect next month.
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- Risk matrix for oil output
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Libya's oil and gas sector, explained every month
Libya's oil and gas sector, explained every month
Each issue of Libya Energy Insights combines production data, source reporting from inside the sector and a forward-looking risk assessment, written by Libya Desk analysts who have covered the National Oil Corporation since 2018.
Market outlook and production
Where Libyan crude and condensate output stands, what moved it this month, and the NOC's figures checked against what our sources see on the ground.
Risk matrix for oil output
Seven risks to Libyan production rated for severity and likelihood every month: east-west division, armed conflict, NOC politics, shutdowns, strikes, terrorism and sabotage.
The politics of the sector
Who controls fields, terminals and appointments: the NOC, the Ministry of Oil, the Petroleum Facilities Guard, and the Dabaiba and Haftar camps.
Business intelligence
International oil companies and service contractors, new deals and discoveries, the licensing round, and the NOC's payments to its partners.
Gas, power and refining
Gas supply, the GECOL and power stations, the Zawiya refinery, fuel imports and the subsidy bill.
Future outlook
What to watch over the coming month, and how it is likely to affect output, exports and the investment climate.
Since 2018
Libya Desk coverage of the oil sector
Monthly
Report, 5–15 pages, with PDF
7 risks
Rated every month in the output risk matrix
~1.4m bpd
Libyan output, September 2026
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Built for organisations with exposure to Libyan oil
Built for organisations with exposure to Libyan oil
If your business depends on Libyan barrels, contracts or payments, the questions are always the same: will output hold, who decides, and what changes next month.
Oil traders and refiners
Early warning of shutdowns, export disruptions and changes to Libyan crude availability.
IOCs and oilfield services
The NOC's politics, partner payments, contract awards and the operating environment around each field.
Banks, insurers and trade finance
Political and operational risk for credit, cover and counterparty decisions involving Libyan energy.
Governments and development partners
The energy sector's role in Libya's political settlement, revenues and public services.
Libya's oil sector: frequently asked questions
Libya's oil sector: frequently asked questions
How much oil does Libya produce?
Libya produced around 1.4 million barrels per day of crude in September 2026, according to National Oil Corporation (NOC) figures, close to its highest level in more than a decade. Output remains volatile: in September a pipeline closure cut around 200,000 bpd at the Sharara field for several days.
Who runs Libya's oil sector?
The National Oil Corporation (NOC) is the state company responsible for exploration, production and exports, working with subsidiaries such as Waha, Sirte Oil Company, AGOCO and Zallaf, and with international partners. Oil installations are protected by the Petroleum Facilities Guard, and much of the producing territory in the east and south is under the control of the Libyan National Army.
Why do Libyan oil fields shut down?
Most shutdowns are political or local rather than technical: armed groups, guards, tribal leaders or unions close valves, fields or ports to press demands over pay, appointments or political deals. Closures are often resolved by concessions, which is why the risk recurs.
What are Libya's main oil fields and export terminals?
Major fields include Sharara, El Feel, Waha, Sarir, Messla and Amal. Crude is exported mainly through Es Sider, Ras Lanuf, Zueitina, Brega, Hariga, Mellitah and Zawiya.
How large are Libya's oil reserves?
Libya holds around 48 billion barrels of proven crude reserves, the largest in Africa according to OPEC estimates.
What does Libya Energy Insights cover?
A monthly report on Libya's oil and gas sector: production, a risk matrix for oil output, NOC and sector politics, international partners and contracts, gas, power and refining, and a forward outlook. A free sample issue is available.
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