French energy giant TotalEnergies has announced plans to begin early production at Libya’s Mabrouk oil field by the end of February or early March, a move expected to support the recovery of Libya’s oil production sector after years of disruption.
Speaking during the Libya Energy and Economic Summit 2026 in Tripoli, TotalEnergies Chief Executive Officer Patrick Pouyanné said the early production phase will be launched through a newly installed production facility with an initial capacity of 25,000 barrels per day. The announcement was reported by the US-based platform Energy Capital & Power.
Pouyanné said the restart of the Mabrouk field represents an important milestone in restoring Libya’s oil production capabilities and reaffirmed TotalEnergies’ long-term commitment to operating in the country. He stressed that the company aims to combine production growth with environmental responsibility by relying on low-carbon infrastructure and modern operating standards.
The early production facility at Mabrouk has been designed to fully recover associated gas produced at the site and reuse it to generate heat for operations, significantly reducing emissions. This approach positions the project among Libya’s first low-emissions exploration and production developments and aligns with TotalEnergies’ global environmental strategy.
The Mabrouk oil field is located within the C17 concession area, approximately 130 kilometers south of Sirte and around 30 kilometers west of the Bahi production facilities. It is operated under a development and production-sharing agreement in which TotalEnergies holds a 75 percent stake, while Saga Petroleum, a subsidiary of Equinor, owns the remaining 25 percent.
The announcement coincides with broader international investment momentum in Libya’s energy sector. TotalEnergies and ConocoPhillips recently signed a 25-year long-term development agreement with Waha Oil Company, involving foreign investments estimated at $20 billion. The deal aims to raise Waha’s oil production to 850,000 barrels per day and significantly boost state revenues.
ConocoPhillips Chief Executive Officer Ryan Lance said the agreement reflects Libya’s commitment to encouraging foreign investment and confirmed the company’s interest in expanding operations, including participation in upcoming oil licensing rounds.
