TotalEnergies announced a new oil discovery at Acacia-5 on Block 17 in Angola, which is expected to increase production by 6,000 barrels per day, and entered new exploration blocks with significant geological potential.

UK · 2026-09-10

1. Step 1 · The triggerTotalEnergies announces a new oil discovery at Acacia-5 on Block 17 in Angola, adding 6,000 barrels/day to global supply.
2. Step 2 · Knock-onBlock 17 partners and other Angola-focused operators see improved production outlook and resource base.
3. Step 3 · Knock-onThe incremental supply marginally supports global oil supply resilience, but does not materially shift global crude prices.
4. Step 4 · Reaches youUK SMEs with high fuel or logistics costs see no immediate input price relief, so should maintain procurement flexibility.

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