The construction will start in 2009 and the pipeline is expected to be operational by 2011. The project is to be implemented by Petroline, a joint venture between Mozambican and South African companies. The biggest shareholder is Petróleos de Moçambique (Petromoc) with the stake of 40%.
What is the Mozambique-South Africa oil pipeline?
The Mozambique¨CSouth Africa Oil Pipeline is a proposed multiproduct petrol and diesel fuel pipeline from Maputo to Gauteng, South Africa . The 500 kilometres (310 mi) long pipeline will run from an existing coastal fuel-storage facility at Matola harbour in Mozambique to Nelspruit, Mpumalanga in South Africa.
What are the non-energy uses of oil in Mozambique?
Many of the petroleum products made from oil have non-energy uses, notably asphalt, engine lubricants and raw materials for making plastics. In Mozambique, around 40% of people have access to electricity, through the grid or mini/off-grid systems.
Did Mozambique import crude oil?
Mozambique did not import crude oil. Oil accounts for the second largest share of CO2 emissions globally, primarily in the transport sector where, despite recent exponential growth in EV sales, the vast majority of cars, trucks, ships and aircraft are still powered by oil-based fuels burned in internal combustion engines.