Sonatrach in Algeria: Annaba ore quay progress reviewed with CHEC (communique)
According to Radio Algerienne, the Hydrocarbons Ministry reviewed with CHEC the works on the ore quay at Annaba port, part of the integrated phosphate project.
In short
According to Radio Algerienne, citing a communique of the Ministry of Hydrocarbons, the Minister of State reviewed with the Chinese company CHEC the progress of works on the ore quay at Annaba port. The works fall under an EPC contract concluded with Sonatrach on 12 August 2026, within the integrated phosphate project.
Key points
- EPC contract between Sonatrach and CHEC concluded on 12 August 2026.
- Subject: the ore quay at Annaba port, integrated phosphate project.
- The quay will receive and load enriched phosphate, fertilizers and related products.
- Other topics: an LNG quay at Skikda and seawater desalination projects.
What the communique says
According to Radio Algerienne, the Minister of State, Minister of Hydrocarbons, met in Algiers the chairman of the board of China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC). The CEO of Sonatrach attended.
The meeting covered progress on the works carried out by CHEC under an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract concluded with Sonatrach on 12 August 2026.
The Annaba quay
Per the same source, these port facilities are meant for receiving and loading enriched phosphate, fertilizers and related products. The destinations are the national and international markets.
Other projects discussed
According to Radio Algerienne, the talks also covered other cooperation prospects.
- A quay at Skikda port for loading liquefied natural gas (LNG), fitted for large-capacity LNG carriers.
- Partnership and investment possibilities in industrial projects across the hydrocarbons value chain.
- Seawater desalination projects.
Commitments stated
The minister stressed respect for contractual deadlines and quality standards, and coordination among partners. The chairman of CHEC committed to continue efforts to finish the works and deliver the project within the contractual deadlines.
For foreign investors
According to Radio Algerienne, the Chinese company CHEC is building the Annaba quay under an EPC contract with Sonatrach. The talks also covered partnership and investment possibilities in other projects, including seawater desalination.
Frequently asked questions
Which contract links Sonatrach and CHEC for Annaba port?
According to Radio Algerienne, it is an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract concluded on 12 August 2026. It covers the ore quay at Annaba port.
What will the Annaba ore quay be used for?
Per the dispatch, it is meant for receiving and loading enriched phosphate, fertilizers and related products for the national and international markets.
What other projects were discussed with CHEC?
The communique cited by Radio Algerienne mentions an LNG quay at Skikda port and seawater desalination projects. It also mentions industrial projects across the hydrocarbons value chain.