Algeria is Africa's largest natural gas producer and a top-tier OPEC oil producer, with Sonatrach — the state-owned national oil company — dominating both upstream and downstream hydrocarbon operations. The country's oil production is centered on the world-class Hassi Messaoud field in the eastern Sahara, which accounts for roughly 60% of Algeria's total crude output and requires continuous OCTG casing and tubing supply for infill drilling, workovers, and enhanced oil recovery. Algeria's gas sector, anchored by the supergiant Hassi R'Mel field, feeds one of the world's most extensive gas pipeline networks, including the Trans-Mediterranean (TransMed) pipeline to Italy via Tunisia, the Medgaz pipeline to Spain, and the planned Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline to Nigeria — all consuming large-diameter LSAW line pipe with 3LPE anti-corrosion coating.
Under the Hydrocarbons Law reform, Algeria is attracting renewed international investment from supermajors (TotalEnergies, Eni, Equinor, Chevron) and independent operators, driving incremental OCTG and line pipe demand. Beyond hydrocarbons, Algeria is investing heavily in power generation (combined-cycle gas turbine plants), seawater desalination (targeting 2 million m3/day capacity), and water infrastructure, creating demand for boiler tubes, heat exchanger tubes, SSAW water pipe, and structural steel pipe. The Algerian market is distinct from other MENA markets due to its French-language business environment, specific import regulations including Algerian Standards (NA - Normes Algeriennes), and Sonatrach's procurement procedures (appels d'offres). Sino East Steel serves this market through the Port of Alger with French-speaking commercial support, complete French-language documentation, and deep familiarity with Algeria's import control and foreign exchange regulations.
OCTG casing and tubing for Sonatrach's Hassi Messaoud drilling operations and southwest field developments. J55/K55 through P110 grades, BTC and premium connections, with full Sonatrach-compliant documentation and inspection.
Large-diameter LSAW pipe, 16" to 56" OD, X65-X70 PSL2, for Algeria's gas trunklines: TransMed, Medgaz, and domestic transmission network. Tight tolerances, Charpy tested, with 3LPE coating per DIN 30670.
SSAW pipe 8" to 120" OD for Algeria's water transmission, irrigation (Grand Barrage projects), and sewage networks. Internal cement mortar lining + external 3LPE coating. AWWA C200 and NA-compliant.
Seamless boiler tubes for Algeria's CCGT power plants (Hassi R'Mel, Ain Arnat, Cap Djinet) and desalination plants (El Hamma, Magtaa, Tlemcen). ASTM A192/A210/A213 with eddy current and UT inspection.
Seamless and ERW line pipe, 2" to 24" OD, B-X70 PSL2, for Algeria's in-field flowlines, gas gathering, and utility piping. Suitable for Sahara desert conditions with wide temperature fluctuations.
Complete pipe fittings and flange packages for Algeria's pipeline stations, processing complexes, and refinery tie-ins. Butt weld fittings ASTM A234 WPB, flanges A105/A182. French documentation: certificats de conformite inclus.
Notre equipe commerciale parle francais. We provide all documentation in French: proforma invoices (factures proforma), commercial invoices (factures commerciales), packing lists (listes de colisage), certificates of origin (certificats d'origine), and inspection reports (rapports de controle MTC). Direct French-language communication eliminates misunderstandings.
Full compliance with Algerian import regulations: Certificate of Conformity (Certificat de Conformite), Algerian Embassy-legalized documentation, compliance with Algerian Standards (NA - Normes Algeriennes), French-language labeling, and Algerian Customs-specific packing and invoicing requirements.
We understand Sonatrach's procurement procedures (appels d'offres nationaux et internationaux), technical evaluation criteria, documentation requirements, and the importance of competitive pricing in Algeria's tender-driven market. We can support both Sonatrach direct procurement and international EPC contractor supply chains.
Regular container and break-bulk services to the Port of Alger (Algiers) with 28-38 day ocean transit from Tianjin via the Mediterranean. We also serve Oran, Bejaia, Annaba, and Skikda ports depending on project destination, with Algerian freight forwarder coordination for customs clearance.
Our products are manufactured with Algeria's harsh Sahara environment in mind: wide temperature fluctuations (-5C to +50C), abrasive sand conditions, and remote logistics. We ensure proper packaging (seaworthy wooden crates, end-protectors, thread protectors) for long inland transport from port to desert sites.
Algeria's procurement is heavily tender-driven with strong price competition. Our mill-direct model eliminates intermediaries, delivering 12-18% cost savings. We structure proposals (offres techniques et commerciales) following Algerian tender format for easy evaluation by Sonatrach and ministry procurement committees.
Fourniture de tubes de cuvelage API 5CT en acier J55/K55 et N80 (7", 9-5/8", et 13-3/8" OD) avec filetages BTC pour la campagne de forage de developpement du champ de Hassi Messaoud. Tous les tubes ont ete inspectes par ultrasons sur toute la longueur, controles par ressuage (drift), et soumis a des essais hydrostatiques conformement a l'API 5CT. Inspection tierce partie par Bureau Veritas Algerie. Livraison par conteneurs au Port d'Alger avec documentation en francais legalisee par l'Ambassade d'Algerie et transport terrestre jusqu'a Hassi Messaoud (via Ouargla).
Fourniture de tubes LSAW API 5L X70 PSL2 (36" et 42" OD) avec revetement externe 3LPE pour la boucle du Gazoduc GR5 reliant Hassi R'Mel au terminal de Skikda. Tubes fabriques avec tolerances dimensionnelles serrees pour le soudage automatique, essais Charpy a -10C (min 60J moyenne), et controle UT 100% de la soudure. Revetement 3LPE selon DIN 30670 avec detection de porosite 100%. Inspection par SGS Algerie. Livraison par navire break-bulk au Port d'Annaba avec transport terrestre coordonne par l'entrepreneur EPC.
Yes. We supply API 5CT OCTG casing and tubing aligned with Sonatrach material specifications for Algeria's major oil and gas fields, including Hassi Messaoud (oil), Hassi R'Mel (gas), and the newer southwest fields. Grades J55/K55 through P110 with BTC and premium connections are available.
Yes. Port of Alger (Algiers) is our primary delivery hub for Algeria. We also serve the ports of Oran, Bejaia, Annaba, and Skikda depending on project destination. Ocean transit from Tianjin/Xingang to Algerian ports is typically 28-38 days via the Mediterranean route. We manage Algerian Customs documentation including Certificate of Origin and compliance with Algerian import regulations.
Oui, absolument. We provide all commercial and technical documentation in French for the Algerian market: facture proforma, facture commerciale, liste de colisage, certificat d'origine, certificats d'inspection, et rapports de controle (MTC). Our commercial team includes French-speaking staff who can communicate directly with Algerian clients.
We supply API 5L PSL2 line pipe (seamless and LSAW, 2" to 56" OD) for Algeria's extensive pipeline network, including the Hassi R'Mel gas hub export pipelines, the Trans-Mediterranean (TransMed) pipeline system, and in-field flowline and gathering networks. LSAW pipe up to X70 grade with 3LPE coating per DIN 30670 for Algeria's cross-country gas transmission pipelines.
Yes. Algeria is investing heavily in power generation and seawater desalination to meet growing demand. We supply seamless boiler and heat exchanger tubes (ASTM A192, A210, A213 T11/T22, A312 TP304/TP316) for Algeria's combined-cycle power plants and reverse-osmosis desalination facilities along the Mediterranean coast.
Algeria has specific import regulations including mandatory Certificate of Conformity, French-language documentation, and specific labeling requirements. For Sonatrach projects, we understand their procurement procedures (appels d'offres), technical evaluation criteria, and local content preferences. We provide all required documentation: Algerian Embassy-legalized Certificate of Origin, Bureau Veritas/SGS inspection certificates, and compliance with Algerian standards (NA - Normes Algeriennes).
Contact our Algeria market specialists for a competitive French-language quotation within 24 hours. / Contactez nos specialistes pour un devis en francais sous 24h.
