Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC) announced a significant step to support the stability of the national electricity network, with natural gas beginning to flow from the Mellitah complex to the Al-Ruways power station at an initial rate of around 25 million cubic feet per day, with the potential to increase to 100 million cubic feet per day in future phases.
The NOC said the development will allow the General Electricity Company to shut down one diesel-powered turbine and switch it to natural gas, improving operational efficiency and reducing the consumption of liquid fuels. The initial output from the conversion is estimated at around 100 megawatts.
As part of the accompanying technical operations, engineers have also begun reverse gas flow from the Mellitah pipeline system towards the Al-Wafa pipeline after reducing line pressure to below 33.5 bar, in what officials described as a complex but carefully managed engineering process.
The corporation described the achievement as the result of extensive efforts by Libyan engineers and technical staff working across multiple sites within Mellitah operations, who continued their work despite technical and logistical challenges.
According to the NOC, the project reflects the capacity of national technical teams to develop practical engineering solutions to maintain energy supplies and support critical infrastructure, particularly the electricity sector, which has faced recurring pressure due to fuel shortages and rising demand.
The corporation added that the milestone represents more than a technical operation, describing it as a strategic contribution to energy security and national stability, with direct benefits for citizens across the country.
The NOC praised the dedication of workers in Libya’s oil and gas sector, saying their continued efforts remain central to sustaining production, improving efficiency and supporting the broader economy.