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AOG Awards & Gala Dinner

Celebrating Excellence in Angola's Oil & Gas Industry

Join us at the AOG Awards Gala Dinner on Wednesday, 9 September 2026, from 19:00–23:00, as we celebrate the people and organisations contributing to the continued growth of Angola’s oil & gas sector.

Across 7 award categories, the evening will recognise excellence, innovation and impact from leaders, companies and projects across the industry.

Nominations close on 31 August 2026.

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Nomination Categories

Game Changer of the Year

The Game Changer of the Year Award honors a company or project revolutionizing Angola's oil and gas value chain through innovative technologies, methodologies or strategies, significantly impacting the industry and setting new standards for future progress.

Explorer of the Year

The Explorer of the Year Award honors a company that has demonstrated exceptional expertise and success in exploration activities within Angola's oil and gas sector. This award celebrates significant discoveries, innovative exploration techniques and the strategic vision that has led to unlocking new resources and expanding the country's potential.

Local Company of the Year

The Local Company of the Year Award recognizes the outstanding achievements of an Angolan-owned company that has demonstrated excellence, resilience and growth within the oil and gas industry. This award celebrates a company that has not only excelled in its business operations but has also contributed to the development of local content, created employment opportunities and fostered sustainable practices.

CSR Initiative of the Year

The CSR Initiative of the Year Award recognizes a company, project or organization that has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to social responsibility within Angola’s oil and gas sector. This award celebrates initiatives that have delivered meaningful and measurable benefits to local communities through investments in education, healthcare, infrastructure, environmental stewardship, skills development or economic empowerment, while contributing to the sustainable growth of the country.

National Service Company of the Year

The National Service Company of the Year Award honors an Angolan service provider that has demonstrated exceptional performance, innovation and value creation across the oil and gas value chain. This award recognizes a company that has consistently delivered high-quality services, strengthened local content participation, created employment opportunities and played a vital role in supporting the growth and competitiveness of Angola’s oil and gas industry.

Downstream Player of the Year

The Downstream Player of the Year Award recognizes a company that has made a significant contribution to the development of Angola’s downstream sector. This award celebrates excellence in refining, storage, distribution, retail, petrochemicals or related infrastructure, honoring a company whose investments, operational achievements and strategic vision have enhanced energy security, strengthened domestic supply and advanced the country’s industrial and economic development.

Lifetime Achievement Award

The Lifetime Achievement Award honors an individual or company that has made extraordinary contributions to Angola’s oil and gas industry over an extended period. This prestigious award celebrates a career marked by visionary leadership, innovation and a profound commitment to the growth and development of the sector. (Non-voting category) 

2025 Winners

Game Changer of the Year Winner

Game Changer of the Year Winner

Agogo Integrated West Hub Development
Explorer of the Year Winner

Explorer of the Year Winner

Block 1/14 Partners
Local Company of the Year Winner

Local Company of the Year Winner

Grupo Opaia & SONAGAS
National Service Company of the Year Winner

National Service Company of the Year Winner

KAESO Energy Services
Downstream Player of the Year Winner

Downstream Player of the Year Winner

Cabinda Refinery
CSR Initiative of the Year Winner

CSR Initiative of the Year Winner

Sonangol
Lifetime Achievement Award

Lifetime Achievement Award

José Maria de Vasconcelos
Lifetime Achievement Award

Lifetime Achievement Award

Joaquim David (Received by Paulino Jerónimo, on behalf of Mr. David)

AOG 2025 Gala Dinner & Awards Gallery

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