LEES 2026 to Spotlight Infrastructure and Investment as Cornerstones of Libya’s Energy Renewal
TRIPOLI, Libya, December 8, 2025 – Tripoli is preparing to host the fourth edition of the Libya Energy & Economic Summit (LEES) from January 24 – 26, 2026, marking a pivotal moment for a country working to rebuild, expand and modernize its energy foundations. The three-day summit that is the most comprehensive to date, aims to accelerate infrastructure development and attract the large-scale investment needed to propel Libya into a new era of energy stability and economic transformation.
Organized by Energy Capital & Power (ECP) and officially backed by the Office of the Prime Minister, the Ministry of Oil & Gas, the National Oil Corporation (NOC) and the Renewable Energy Authority of Libya, LEES 2026 will take place under the theme “Infrastructure & Investment Driving Energy Growth”.
Infrastructure at the heart of Libya’s renewal: This year’s summit places a strong emphasis on the projects that will underpin Libya’s long-term production ambitions, from modernized oilfields and rehabilitated pipelines to upgraded refineries and new export routes. These infrastructure advances are not only designed to boost output but also to improve efficiency, reduce bottlenecks and create a more resilient energy supply chain.
Central to the discussions is Libya’s renewed upstream momentum, following its landmark 2025 exploration bidding round, the country’s first in 17 years. With 22 offshore and onshore blocks made available across the Sirte, Murzuq and Ghadames basins, the round signaled Libya’s intent to reclaim its position as a top-tier exploration destination. LEES 2026 will host targeted investor sessions, enabling international oil companies (IOCs), financiers, EPC firms and technology providers to explore these opportunities and align with national priorities aimed at reaching 2 million barrels per day in production.
Human and social benefits towards jobs, stability and power access: Away from the technical discussions, the summit highlights how energy progress directly impacts ordinary Libyans. Improved infrastructure can lead to more reliable electricity, reducing outages that affect households, hospitals and schools. New projects are expected to generate skilled employment, expand opportunities for local suppliers and strengthen community development through increased revenue flows. As Libya’s economic engine stabilizes, broader social benefits — from better public services to improved business confidence — are expected to follow.
A convergence of global energy leaders: Major operators including Eni, TotalEnergies, Repsol, OMV and ConocoPhillips will join global service giants such as SLB, Halliburton and Baker Hughes. Their participation reflects renewed confidence in Libya’s ability to provide a secure, commercially attractive and strategically significant operating environment.
Institutional partners including the American Chamber of Commerce in Libya, EnerGeo Alliance, and the Libyan Council for Oil, Gas and Renewable Energy, will support discussions on local content, SME development and policy harmonization. This multi-stakeholder approach aims to ensure that investment translates into long-term national capacity rather than short-term gains.
Natural Gas, renewables and the push toward diversification: Natural gas and midstream reforms will feature prominently in the program. Sessions will cover gas-for-export strategies, associated gas capture to reduce flaring and strengthened domestic power generation, each essential for modernizing Libya’s energy mix.
Renewables, meanwhile, are gaining momentum. Projects like the 500 MW Sadada solar initiative will illustrate Libya’s plans to diversify and reduce its dependence on hydrocarbons, opening doors to cleaner, more sustainable energy solutions and broader community benefits.
Politics/diplomacy, seeing energy as a tool for national advancement: LEES 2026 also carries political weight. As Libya continues its journey toward stability, energy cooperation has become a unifying platform for government institutions and industry stakeholders. By reinforcing collaboration between ministries, international partners and private investors, the summit aims to strengthen governance frameworks, improve transparency and support Libya’s diplomatic engagement with Europe and Africa, positioning the country as a vital regional energy bridge.
A vision for stability and growth: “With LEES 2026, we aim to convert investor interest into real, on-the-ground progress, ensuring that capital, technology and expertise flow directly into projects that modernize Libya’s energy systems and support lasting economic stability” – said James Chester, CEO of ECP.
With more than 48 billion barrels of proven oil reserves and 53 trillion cubic feet of natural gas, Libya stands among the world’s richest hydrocarbon nations. As major global players return and infrastructure renewal accelerates, the country is poised to reassert itself as a critical energy hub linking Africa, the Mediterranean and Europe.
Participation: Industry leaders, investors and stakeholders are invited to join LEES 2026 in Tripoli. For registration and sponsorship details, visit www.LibyaSummit.com or contact sales@energycapitalpower.com
