Algerian gas plant owned by BP, Statoil attacked by militants
Norwegian energy major Statoil says its gas facility in Algeria has been rocked by explosions after being fired upon.
“This morning, at approximately 06:00 local time, the In Salah gas asset in Krechba was hit by explosive munitions fired from a distance,” said a statement from Statoil.
An industry source told Reuters that "In the early morning, three or four rocket propelled grenades hit a central processing facility, there were no casualties or damage reported."
Statoil said it has no immediate information about casualties.
"Statoil is working on getting an overview of the situation, but has so far no information about anybody being injured during the attack," the company said.
According to Reuters, the Algerian army is controlling the area and is pursuing the attackers. BP said in a statement that the complex has been shut down as a safety precaution.
INC News, 18/03/2016 - source: RTNews
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