Middle East Economic Survey

VOL. LII

No 6

9-Feb-2009

Bahrain

Shell Signs Bahrain Gas MOU To Explore Import Options

Shell and Bahrains National Oil and Gas Authority (NOGA) on 2 February signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore the feasibility of a number of gas ventures in the Kingdom. Bahrain, which produces around 11 bcm/year of gas, is keen to source more gas as its reserves dwindle (MEES, 28 April 2008). To meet our strategic objectives, we believe the country will require...