1st-2nd December 2026, London, UK
Location: London, UK
OGV Group were delighted to sit down with Dr Ollie Folayan, the host of the Wider African Energy Summit to ask him some questions about the importance of this upcoming event.
In partnership with the African Energy Chamber, the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE), the Energy Industries Council (EIC), the Scottish African Business Association (SABA), the UK-Ghana-Chamber-of-commerce a
Taking place at the Marcliffe Hotel, Aberdeen between 18-19th November, be sure and book your place to secure future opportunities for your business by emailing: sales@ogvenergy.co.uk
The shift of The Wider African Energy Summit from the International Conference Centre in Accra in 2024 to the Marcliffe Hotel in Aberdeen is a strategic move to directly connect the European supply chain with energy opportunities across Africa.
The choice of the Marcliffe Hotel, a five-star luxury venue, reinforces this strategic goal. Instead of a large, public-facing event, the summit is designed to be a more intimate, high-level gathering. This exclusive setting facilitates targeted networking and strategic deal-making between senior executives, government officials, and key decision-makers. The hotel’s reputation for quality, service, and privacy creates a conducive environment for forging meaningful partnerships and discussing investment opportunities, which are critical for the European supply chain’s entry into the African energy market. The Marcliffe is a symbol of the summit’s elevated focus on substantive business collaboration.
The core reason for the move is to act as a gateway for European companies to access Africa’s dynamic energy sector. Aberdeen is known as the “energy capital of Europe” and is home to a vast network of oil and gas expertise, particularly in offshore and subsea technologies. African nations are seeking partners with advanced technologies and operational efficiency to develop their own resources sustainably. The summit provides a direct, localized platform for this exchange.
The event will showcase how European innovations from cost-reduction strategies and advanced data analytics to renewable energy solutions can support Africa’s energy transition and infrastructure projects. By bringing the summit to Aberdeen, organizers are deliberately creating a “home-turf” advantage for European businesses, making it easier for them to engage with African leaders and showcase their capabilities without the logistical challenges of traveling abroad. This move is designed to fast-track partnerships and unlock a new wave of investment and technology transfer.
Held on October 30, 2025, this special WAES Live session explored key opportunities in the African energy market. Moderated by Dr. Ollie Folayan, the panel featured Nj Ayuk (African Energy Chamber), Paul Eardley-Taylor (Standard Bank), and Johann Jansen Van Rensburg (NOV), sharing insights for businesses looking to engage in Africa’s growing energy sector.
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Dear Industry Colleagues,
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