EACOP,IEC Centre Partner to Strengthen National Content and SME Capacity
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Industry Enhancement Centre (IEC) to reinforce their shared commitment to advancing National Content initiatives and enhancing the capacity of Ugandan Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). The IEC was established in 2024 by TotalEnergies
Uganda’s Recoverable Oil Reserves Rise to 1.65 Billion Barrels
Uganda’s petroleum sector has recorded a rise in its estimated oil and gas reserves, Daily Star has learned. The update was confirmed by Ernest Rubondo, Executive Director of the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU). According to the latest resource assessments, the country’s recoverable oil resources have increased from 1.4 billion
EACOP, Rotary Uganda Launch Green Schools Initiative in Kyotera
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd., in partnership with Rotary Uganda, has launched the EACOP Green Schools Initiative at St. Kizito Primary School, Kasasa Sub County, Kyotera District as part of EACOP’s Social Economic Investment Programme. The initiative aims to transform learning institutions along the EACOP route into
EACOP, Enabel Sign MoU to Advance Human Rights in Uganda
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd, in partnership with the Belgian Development Agency – Enabel, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in advancing Business and Human Rights principles within Uganda’s energy sector. The MoU underscores both institutions’ shared commitment to ensuring that energy and
Over 140 Students Graduate from EACOP Academy Kigumba
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd, in partnership with the Uganda Petroleum Institute Kigumba (UPIK), has celebrated the graduation of 141 students from the EACOP Academy. The graduates were trained in Mechanical, Electrical, Production, Instrumentation, Leadership, and Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) disciplines marking a significant milestone in EACOP’s commitment to building local capacity and
EACOP, Malaika launch initiative to Tackle Menstrual Health Challenges and Boost Girls’ Education
In a powerful stride toward improving girls’ education and wellbeing, the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd in partnership with Malaika Malaika Reusable Sanitary has launched the “Keep a Girl in School” dignity campaign in 20 government schools across Rakai District. The campaign aims to provide menstrual hygiene materials
EACOP Advances Local Talent Development with Flagship Training Program at UPIK
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project has reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing local talent with a high-level delegation visit to the Uganda Petroleum Institute in Kigumba (UPIK). The delegation included Maj. Gen. Paul Kisesa Simuli, High Commissioner of Tanzania to Uganda; Ernest Rubondo, Executive Director of the Petroleum
Ugandans Gain Advanced Welding Skills Through EACOP’s Orbital Training
Uganda’s oil sector is expected to create up to 160,000 jobs, with a significant portion requiring specialised technical skills. In line with this demand, the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) recently launched an advanced orbital welding training program to equip local engineers and welders with the expertise needed for
EACOP , Tanzania Liquefied Natural Gas Set to Transform the Region
Representing a strategic oil and gas frontier, the East African region offers significant opportunities for investors. Large-scale infrastructure projects such as the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) and Tanzania LNG project are not only expected to drive economic growth in the region, but also trigger an oil and gas
Uganda secures Shs 18.3 trillion funding for Oil pipeline
The company behind Uganda’s East African crude pipeline (EACOP) has secured its first tranche of external financing from a consortium of institutions, including commercial banks and Afreximbank, EACOP Ltd announced on Wednesday. EACOP is a key component of a broader $15 billion (Shs 18.3 trillion) energy initiative led by TotalEnergies,
