Type: Government-owned
On the web: http://www.sonatrach-dz.com

Sonatrach seeks to stay on track as one of the world's top energy players. State-owned Sonatrach oversees Algeria's oil and gas exploration, production, and marketing activities. In addition to its exploration, refining, and pipeline operations, the company also invests in electrical power and in desalination projects. The company also has exploration and production activities in other countries, including Libya, Mali, Niger, and Peru. Sonatrach has proved reserves globally of 225 million tons of oil equivalent, and operates a gas station network of more than 1,950 outlets.

Officers:
CEO: Nourredine Cherouati
Secretary General: Abdelmalek Zitouni
Executive Director Finance: Ali Rezaiguia

Competitors:
Eni
NOC
Saudi Aramco

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