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Engineering and technology company Neuman & Esser has joined the African Energy Week (AEW) 2026 Conference and Exhibition as a Bronze Sponsor, reinforcing its commitment to Africa’s industrial growth, gas monetization ambitions and emerging green hydrogen economy. Taking place in Cape Town from October 12–16, AEW 2026 serves as the premier platform for energy investment, project development and strategic partnerships across the African continent.

With more than a century of experience in compressor technologies and hydrogen systems, Neuman & Esser has established itself as a premier provider of solutions spanning gas compression, glare gas recovery, hydrogen production and downstream industrial applications. As African countries pursue a balanced energy transition, the company is positioning its technologies to support both the optimization of existing hydrocarbon infrastructure and the development of future low-carbon energy value chains.

The company has significantly expanded its engagement across Africa in recent years, supporting efforts to reduce flaring, improve operational efficiency and unlock greater value from natural gas resources. Through its advanced flare gas recovery systems and compression technologies, Neuman & Esser is helping operators convert previously wasted gas into productive energy streams, supporting both emissions reduction targets and energy security objectives.

Neuman & Esser is also advancing local content development across sub-Saharan Africa through technical training initiatives and operational support programs. By strengthening local capabilities in compressor technologies and maintenance services, the company aims to contribute to workforce development while ensuring long-term project sustainability.

A key milestone in the company’s Africa strategy came in 2024 when it joined the African Hydrogen Partnership, strengthening its role in the continent’s emerging hydrogen industry. Through its portfolio of PEM electrolyzers, hydrogen refueling infrastructure and high-pressure piston compressors, Neuman & Esser is actively supporting the development of hydrogen ecosystems across major African markets.

As green hydrogen and ammonia projects gain momentum in countries such as South Africa, Namibia and Morocco, demand for specialized compression and storage technologies is expected to accelerate. Neuman & Esser is positioning itself to play a central role in these developments, providing technologies designed to support hydrogen production, transportation and export infrastructure at scale.

The company’s growing African footprint is further supported by strategic regional partnerships and service center expansions, including strengthened operations in Nigeria and a long-standing presence in North Africa. In Egypt, where the company recently celebrated 25 years of operations, Neuman & Esser has delivered major compressor projects for refinery and industrial customers while expanding aftermarket support capabilities.

“Neuman and Esser’s expertise in gas compression, flare gas recovery and hydrogen technologies make the company a valuable partner for Africa’s evolving energy landscape. As countries seek to maximize existing resources while developing new energy industries, the company’s solutions will play an important role in supporting investment, industrialization and energy security across the continent,” says NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber.

By participating as a Bronze Sponsor at AEW 2026, Neuman & Esser will be positioned to engage industry leaders, investors, policymakers and project developers to explore new partnership opportunities and showcase technologies supporting Africa’s energy future. The company’s participation reflects its long-term commitment to enabling sustainable industrial growth while helping African nations unlock the full value of their energy resources