Perenco Congo has confirmed a significant investment in the construction of the Kombi 2 platform, marking a new phase in the company’s offshore operations on the Kombi-Likalala-Libondo II (KLL II) permit.
The platform, currently under construction by Dixstone at the Nieuwdorp shipyard in the Netherlands, represents an investment exceeding US$200 million and is slated to depart the Netherlands in October 2025, with operations expected to commence in Pointe-Noire in early 2026.
Kombi 2 is engineered to recover approximately seven million cubic feet of gas per day, a move aimed at reducing the carbon footprint and optimising resource utilisation.
The platform will also generate electricity using two gas turbines connected to a 33kV electrical hub and is designed to enhance surface treatment capabilities for the development of an additional 10 million barrels of reserves.
An integrated well-bay module will accommodate new wells, further boosting the platform’s production potential.
The Kombi 2 project follows the recent renewal of the Ikalou II and Likouala II permits for an initial 20-year period, a development that underpins Perenco’s broader $900 million investment plan.
This plan encompasses work-over campaigns, development drilling, and the installation of advanced infrastructure, all aimed at strengthening Perenco’s presence in Congo and supporting national ambitions to reach 500,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day by 2030.
Perenco CEO Armel Simondin emphasised the longstanding partnership between Perenco and the Republic of Congo, stating: “This project demonstrates a solid, lasting partnership built on mutual trust.
“For over 20 years, Perenco has been working alongside the Republic of Congo to develop the country’s resources while strengthening infrastructure, local expertise and energy sovereignty.”
Stéphane BARC, Managing Director of Perenco Congo, highlighted the company’s commitment to operational excellence and sustainability: “Kombi 2 is fully in line with our commitment to performance, operational safety and environmental responsibility.
“This new milestone demonstrates our ability to combine technical innovation, compliance with the most demanding standards and a direct contribution to the country’s development.”
With construction progressing on schedule, the Kombi 2 platform is expected to leave the Netherlands in October 2025 and become operational in Pointe-Noire by early 2026.
This development is set to play a crucial role in advancing Congo’s offshore energy sector and supporting the country’s broader economic and energy goals.
