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BP's Azule Energy has initiated gas production from the Quiluma field in Angola, marking the country's first non-associated gas project under the New Gas Consortium. Initial production is expected at 150 million standard cubic feet (mmscf) per day, ramping up to 330 mmscf per day by the end of 2026.

The gas will be processed onshore before being sent to the Angola LNG plant for export. The project aims to diversify Angola's energy sector, traditionally reliant on associated gas. The New Gas Consortium includes partners Cabinda Gulf Oil Company, Sonangol, and TotalEnergies, with Azule Energy holding a 37.4% interest. This development aligns with BP's broader goal of delivering 10 major project start-ups globally by 2027.