Libyan Express is expanding its network with three new direct routes. Starting September 6th, the airline will fly to Malta, Rome, and Milan. The move gives passengers from Libya more choices for travel to Europe. The carrier hasn't yet released details on flight frequencies or the aircraft it will use.
The National Oil Corporation announced it has completed technical and mechanical work, plus full cleaning and disinfection, at the Zuwara Desalination Plant. This prepares the plant for operation after being idle for over seven years.
Rosgeologia, a state geological company from Russia, is operating in Libya. The firm is searching for underground water sources within the Sahara Desert.
Georgia's Kulevi oil refinery received its first shipment of Libyan crude on August 28, according to TASS. The refinery made the switch because of EU sanctions against Russian oil. The move is part of efforts to find alternative suppliers.
Western Libya experienced another partial blackout, according to the General Electricity Company of Libya. The outage adds to the country's difficult summer of power problems. Residents continue to face unreliable electricity supply.
Libya's media director Ahmed Al-Masallati reported that 12 of the 16 fuel tankers scheduled for August have arrived, and the remaining tankers are currently discharging at Libyan ports. The update was given during a press conference in Tripoli on the economic and service situation.
Tripoli's prime minister, Abdel Hamid Aldabaiba, welcomed the signing of an agreement by the "4+4" Mini-Dialogue Committee, which was brokered by the UN mission in Libya. He called it a step forward for the country's political process.
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya hosted the signing of a new agreement regarding the country's electoral framework. This deal marks a step forward toward holding national elections.
Libya's Minister of Oil and Gas, Khalifa Abdel-Sadig, met with Norway's Energy Minister to discuss partnership development. The meeting took place in Tripoli, according to the Libyan ministry. The two sides explored ways to strengthen cooperation.
Cement prices have fallen to LD 82 per quintar after the Arab Union Construction Company's factory in Zliten resumed operations. The average cash price for a 50-kg bag dropped accordingly. The restart is likely to ease supply and stabilize the market.
Egyptian and Libyan business groups are discussing a permanent Egyptian trade expo in Benghazi. The Federation of Egyptian Industries met with the General Union of Chambers of Commerce there. The exhibition would showcase Egyptian products. It's part of efforts to boost bilateral trade.
Libya is working to bring prosthetics manufacturing and related services closer to home. The plan involves luring international companies to open branches and centers in the country. That would help localize the industry and reduce dependence on foreign suppliers.
Brega Petroleum Marketing Company says fuel receipt and distribution are running nonstop across Libya. Operations continue around the clock at various sites, ensuring supply remains steady despite any challenges.
A visiting US medical team performed 16 open heart surgeries and pediatric cardiac catheterizations at Tripoli University Hospital. The Libyan Ministry of Health reported the procedures. The team worked alongside Libyan doctors in the pediatric cardiology department.
Libya's fuel crisis is easing slightly as the Tripoli-based Security Directorates Support Unit says it supplied diesel to nearly 7,000 trucks over four days. The unit oversees fuel stations and is working to address shortages. The move aims to reduce long queues and stabilize supply.
The National Heart Centre in Tajoura has completed a quadruple coronary artery bypass graft, a complex open-heart operation that reroutes blood around four blocked arteries. The procedure signals a shift toward keeping advanced cardiac care within the country rather than sending patients abroad for treatment. Surgeons at the centre carried out the surgery as part of a wider effort to build up local medical expertise. For patients facing heart disease, that means the option of receiving major surgery closer to home.
Libya's state power utility has switched on the first generating unit at the new South Tripoli power station. The General Electricity Company announced the move, which should help ease the chronic electricity shortages that have plagued the capital region. More units are expected to come online in the coming months, adding further capacity to the national grid.
Tripoli University Hospital has completed a laparoscopic surgery that let a patient go home just 23 hours after the procedure. The operation is part of a broader effort to bring advanced medical care closer to home, reducing the need for patients to travel abroad for treatment. Doctors used minimally invasive techniques, which typically mean smaller cuts and faster recovery times. The hospital's move signals a step up in local surgical capabilities.
UNICEF has delivered 31 water pumps to the Kufra region, aiming to strengthen local water services. The equipment is expected to improve access to clean water for residents in the area. The move comes as part of broader efforts to address water shortages in Libya's southern districts. Local officials have welcomed the delivery, noting it will help ease daily water collection burdens.
Waha Oil has increased processed gas at the Al-Faragh field to 184 million cubic feet per day. The boost came after a gas separation filter was successfully commissioned. The company called it a technical milestone for the field.
Pegasus Airlines, a private Turkish carrier, announced it will start flying between Istanbul's Sabiha Gokcen airport and Tripoli starting October 5. The new route was revealed yesterday. This adds a direct connection between Turkey and Libya.
The Misrata Chamber of Commerce, led by Chairman Fathi Al-Amin Al-Turki, hosted a delegation from the Chinese Chamber of Commerce for Petroleum Industries. The meeting included the vice chairman, a board member, and the director of the foreign relations department. Discussions likely focused on energy cooperation between the two sides.
Libya's Minister of Oil and Gas, Khalifa Abdel Sadig, joined a panel discussion on energy and geopolitical shifts at ONS 2026. The discussion focused on whether energy will continue to shape global balance. The event brought together industry leaders and policymakers.
The head of Libya's General Union of Chambers of Commerce, Mohamed Raied, met with the Spanish Ambassador at the Chamber's Tripoli headquarters. They discussed the upcoming 3rd Libyan-European Oil, Gas, and Energy Forum scheduled for December in Madrid. The meeting aimed to prepare for the event.
Libya's Minister of Industry and Minerals, Mohamed Abdelgader, met with the director of KPMG in Tripoli. The talks focused on potential cooperation to develop the country's industrial and mineral sectors. No further details were released.
Libya's Tripoli-based Border Guard Agency said it is continuing to set up and improve strategic security positions in the Ghadames border sector. The work aims to strengthen the deployment system along the border. No further details were given.
Libya's state minister for prime ministerial affairs met with Germany's new ambassador to discuss reopening the German consular section in Libya. They also talked about starting direct flights between Tripoli and Berlin and Frankfurt. The meeting signals a step toward closer ties between the two countries.
The Ministry of Health is working on a digital system called PharmaGate. The system is meant to regulate and register pharmaceutical companies. The ministry says it continues to develop digital tools to support the sector.
Libya's central bank reported that banks used $15.987 billion in foreign currency from January through July 2026. The figure comes from the bank's latest statistical publication. It shows the scale of foreign exchange demand in the country. The data was released yesterday.
The first Libyan Experts Forum met from August 23 to 25. Organized by the Ministry of Labor and Rehabilitation, the group provided various recommendations to support the country.
Libya's National Oil Corporation opened a new crude oil flow measurement system at the Sidra terminal operated by Waha Oil. The system is described as state-of-the-art. The inauguration happened yesterday.
The new head of Libya's state electricity company, Bashir Al-Marash, has promised that the country's power cuts will be resolved within 10 to 15 days. He made the assurance shortly after taking office. The statement comes amid ongoing electricity shortages across Libya.
Sirte Oil Company completed maintenance on well UU-39 at the Al-Lahib Field. Production now exceeds 1,200 barrels per day with very low water content. The company called it a technical milestone.
An expert discussed a national strategy to bring robotic surgery to Libya. The proposal followed an invitation to the Libyan Experts Forum.
UNICEF Libya installed 18 solar-powered water pumping systems in several regions. The installations were announced during World Water Week. They aim to improve water access in southwest and southeast Libya. The systems will help communities get reliable water.
Tripoli University Hospital reported that its liver, pancreas, and oncology surgery team, led by Professor Ali Al-Gallai, successfully performed a pancreaticoduodenectomy. The operation is a significant milestone for the hospital. It demonstrates the team's advanced skills in complex abdominal surgery.
The Municipality of Tripoli Centre revealed yesterday that it is to pilot a programme requiring cafes and restaurants to close at 10:00 PM. This is pa...
Following the suspected acts of sabotage at several power stations, the General Electricity Company of Libya (GECOL) confirms that it has launched a c...
Tripoli based Libyan Prime Minister, Abdel Hamid Aldabaiba, met yesterday with a delegation from the US multi-sector giant KBR (Kellogg Brown & Ro...
The first Libyan Experts Forum, organized by the Ministry of Labour and Rehabilitation, took place in Tripoli from 23 -25 August.The three-day event,...
Continuing his series of meetings on the margins of the ONS 2026 conference in Norway, Libya’s Tripoli based Minister of Oil and Gas, Khalifa Abdel Sa...
Libya Tripoli based Minister of Oil and Gas, Khalifa Abdel Sadig, held a meeting with Wael Sawan, CEO of Shell, on the sidelines of the ONS 2026 confe...
Mitiga Airport's Fuel Depot, operated by Brega Petroleum Marketing Company, is preparing to expand its storage capacity for JET A-1 aviation fuel...
Tripoli based Libyan Minister of Oil and Gas, Khalifa Abdel Sadig, held a meeting with Kirk Johnson, Executive Vice President of Global Operations and...
Masoud Suleiman, Chairman of the National Oil Corporation (NOC), announced on his personal social media page today that the NOC signed a production-sh...
The Schools of the Future Exhibition, part of the 9th Libya Construction Exhibition 2026, marks a new beginning for the education sector, under the sp...
The Chairman of the National Oil Corporation (NOC), Masoud Suleiman, reported on his personal social media site that he discussed assigning a speciali...
The Western-based Grand Mufti of Libya, Sheikh Sadig al-Ghariani lambasted the Tripoli based Libyan government over its governance failures this summe...
The Tripoli based Libyan government reported that Prime Minister Abdel Hamid Aldabaiba received at his Cabinet Office yesterday, Jeremy Berndt, Senior...
The Tripoli based Libyan government reported yesterday that Founding Committee of the National Aviation Holding Company held a meeting to follow up on...