NOC Chairman Meets Baker Hughes President on Partnership Prospects
This morning, Wednesday, January 28, 2026, Mr. Masoud Suleman, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the National Oil Corporation (NOC), welcomed Mr. Lorenzo Simonelli, President of Baker Hughes, along with a delegation of company leaders from North Africa and the Middle East.
The meeting took place on the sidelines of the company’s annual global summit in Florence, Italy, where a diverse group of senior officials from the global oil and energy sector was present. It focused on exploring opportunities to strengthen cooperation between the NOC and Baker Hughes, aimed at supporting the NOC’s efforts to boost production and develop the sector’s infrastructure.
The two sides also discussed the possibility of introducing modern technologies in drilling and production, as well as contributing to training and development programs for national personnel. This will enhance national professional competence and keep pace with global developments in the oil and gas industry.
During the meeting, Mr. Suleman highlighted the significance of Baker Hughes’ involvement in the NOC’s production capacity expansion projects planned for this year. He also stressed the need to increase local content, which will contribute to strengthening the national economy.
It’s important to note that this meeting aligns with the NOC’s focus on expanding strategic partnerships with international companies. This effort aims to achieve sustainability and boost production capacity, reflecting the NOC’s commitment to supporting the national economy through the development of the oil and gas sector.