Company Overview

Savannah Energy Plc is a UK-headquartered independent energy company focused on the acquisition, development, and production of energy assets, primarily in Africa. The company operates across both the upstream oil and gas sector and the downstream gas-to-power value chain, with an emphasis on supplying reliable and affordable energy to underserved markets. Its core activities include hydrocarbon exploration and production, natural gas processing, and electricity generation, with revenues largely driven by gas sales, power generation contracts, and crude oil production.

Founded in 2014, Savannah Energy evolved through a strategy of acquiring underdeveloped or distressed assets from larger operators and improving their operational and commercial performance. The company is listed on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange and trades in the U.S. over-the-counter market under the symbol SVNNF. Its positioning is differentiated by long-term gas sales agreements, vertically integrated gas-to-power operations, and a strong focus on energy transition-enabling infrastructure in emerging markets.

Business Operations

Savannah Energy’s operations are organized around upstream oil and gas production and downstream power generation. Its principal producing assets are located in Nigeria, where it holds interests in gas and oil fields supplying domestic gas markets and export-linked crude production. Revenue is primarily generated from gas sales under long-term contracts, electricity sales to national utilities, and oil production from joint venture arrangements.

The company also has power generation operations in West Africa, where it owns and operates thermal power plants fueled by its own gas supply. Savannah controls key infrastructure assets including gas processing facilities, pipelines, and power plants, enabling integrated operations from production to end-user delivery. Its asset portfolio includes interests held through local subsidiaries, and it has historically partnered with national oil companies and host governments to secure operating licenses and offtake agreements.

Strategic Position & Investments

Savannah Energy’s strategy centers on disciplined growth through selective acquisitions, organic development of existing assets, and expansion of its gas-to-power platform. A major strategic focus has been the acquisition of producing and near-producing assets with established reserves, which can generate immediate cash flow while offering upside through operational optimization and further development.

The company has made notable investments in energy infrastructure projects designed to support economic growth and electrification in Sub-Saharan Africa. It has also pursued acquisitions of upstream assets previously owned by international oil companies, aiming to extend reserve life and increase production. While Savannah has publicly articulated interest in supporting energy transition objectives through gas as a lower-carbon bridge fuel, data on material investments in renewables beyond gas-fired power remains limited based on available public disclosures.

Geographic Footprint

Savannah Energy’s core operational footprint is in Africa, with its most significant activities in Nigeria, which represents the majority of production, revenue, and capital investment. The company also maintains power generation and development interests in other West African countries, supporting regional electricity supply and grid stability.

Corporate headquarters are located in the United Kingdom, with regional offices and operating subsidiaries across its African markets. Although Savannah is not a global operator in the traditional sense, its assets have cross-border significance due to regional energy supply agreements and its role in supporting domestic energy security in multiple African jurisdictions.

Leadership & Governance

Savannah Energy is led by a management team with experience in international energy operations, asset acquisitions, and emerging market project development. The leadership has consistently emphasized capital discipline, operational efficiency, and long-term partnerships with host governments as central elements of its strategic vision.

Key executives include:

• Andrew Knott – Chief Executive Officer
• Sean O’Hagan – Chief Financial Officer
• David Jamieson – Non-Executive Chair
• Nick Mutton – Deputy Chief Executive Officer
• Peter Bachmann – Chief Operating Officer

The board and executive team oversee governance in line with UK AIM requirements, with a stated focus on transparency, risk management, and sustainable value creation for shareholders.