Aiteo, and Mozambique have sealed a landmark engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) agreement for the development of a 240,000 barrels-per-day (bpd) refinery project.
Aiteo, a leading African energy company, has signed a landmark engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) agreement for the development of a 240,000 barrels-per-day (bpd) refinery in Mozambique. The project, which marks one of the country’s most ambitious energy infrastructure undertakings, aims to significantly boost domestic fuel production and reduce dependence on imports.
The official signing ceremony, chaired by President Daniel Chapo, signals the start of a strategic partnership between Aiteo and the Government of Mozambique. The project aligns with the administration’s vision to attract high-impact investments and accelerate industrial development, particularly in the energy sector a cornerstone of Chapo’s long-term economic strategy.
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Joint venture development
The refinery will be developed as a joint venture between Aiteo US Corporation and Mozambique’s state-owned energy firm, Petromoc. U.S.-based Deerfield Energy Services LLC has been awarded the EPC contract, underlining the international scale and technical depth of the venture.
Planned for phased development, the refinery will begin operations with an initial 80,000 bpd processing train and expand to its full 240,000 bpd capacity. The facility will utilize modular, low-complexity technology to streamline deployment and ensure operational efficiency. It is expected to produce a range of fuels, including gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and naphtha, with the capacity to meet national demand and enhance regional trade.
“This EPC contract marks a defining milestone for Aiteo and Mozambique’s energy future,” said Dr. Ransome Owan, Aiteo’s Group Managing Director for Infrastructure. “It will reduce import reliance, create employment opportunities, and establish Mozambique as a critical player in Southern Africa’s downstream sector.”
The initiative is aligned with Mozambique’s national energy agenda, which prioritizes domestic refining capabilities, industrial growth, and improved energy access. Officials say the refinery will also expand availability of cleaner fuels and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), supporting the country’s clean cooking and affordability goals.
Construction of the first phase is scheduled for completion within 24 months. Once fully operational, the facility will rank among the largest refineries in the Southern African Development Community (SADC), significantly contributing to the regional energy supply chain.
The agreement reflects Mozambique’s commitment to transformational industrial partnerships and Aiteo’s broader mission to support long-term energy infrastructure development across Africa. It also underscores President Chapo’s strategic leadership in positioning energy as a cornerstone of national economic transformation.
