AGP Executive Report

Energy & Offshore Buildout (Suriname): Tenaris has started operations at a new Paramaribo service center to support TotalEnergies’ GranMorgu offshore project, supplying casing and tubing and adding inspection and logistics capacity plus digital pipe tracking for offshore readiness. Offshore Operations Start (Suriname): Saipem has begun GranMorgu work after the Normand Navigator arrived at Jules Sedney Harbour, kicking off preliminary activities for SURF installation in Block 58, with first output targeted for mid-2028. Research & Health (Suriname-linked): A study on gut bacteria from the dyeing poison dart frog (native to Brazil, French Guiana, and Suriname) reports metabolic benefits in mice, pointing to new angles for treating fat metabolism and insulin sensitivity issues. Local Governance (Suriname region): St. George’s Corporation appointed Richard L. James as Acting Corporation Secretary and Transition Consultant, aiming for continuity after a long-serving secretary’s departure. Regional Policy & Security (CARICOM): Canada and CARICOM ministers met in Panama to refresh a results-focused action plan spanning resilient economies, climate action, and regional security.

Offshore Energy Build-Out (Suriname): Tenaris has started operations at a new Paramaribo service center built to support TotalEnergies’ GranMorgu deepwater project, supplying casing and tubing and adding digital pipe tracking (PipeTracer) plus order and shipment management via the Rig Direct Portal. Offshore Project Execution (Suriname): Saipem has begun GranMorgu work after the Normand Navigator arrived at Jules Sedney Harbour, kicking off preliminary activities for the SURF installation campaign in Block 58 (first output targeted for mid-2028). Regional Energy & Security Diplomacy: Canada and CARICOM ministers met in Panama to renew a results-focused action plan spanning competitive economies, climate action, and regional security. Exploration Tech Watch (Suriname): PETRONAS reported multiple successful Block 52 wells offshore Suriname, including oil and gas reservoir hits confirmed by drill stem testing. Environment & Risk (Brazil/Region): Petrobras started drilling in the Equatorial Margin near the Amazon River, with scientists warning that an oil spill could threaten the Amazon Reef ecosystem and nearby fisheries. Public Commemoration (Keti Koti): Keti Koti celebrations are underway across the Netherlands, including Suriname-linked events marking the end of slavery in Dutch colonies.

Offshore Energy Build-Out in Suriname: Saipem has kicked off operations for the GranMorgu deepwater project after the Normand Navigator arrived at Jules Sedney Harbour in Paramaribo, marking the start of preliminary work for the SURF package (umbilicals, risers, flowlines) in water depths of 100–1,100 m, with first oil targeted for mid-2028. Supply Chain Tech Upgrade: Tenaris also began operations at a new Paramaribo service center to support GranMorgu, offering integrated casing/tubing services plus digital tools like PipeTracer and a Rig Direct portal for order management and shipment tracking. New Offshore Discovery Signal: At the Suriname Energy, Oil and Gas Summit, President Jennifer Greelings-Simons said Petronas confirmed a successful Swartzia Aspasia Complex-1 (SAC-1) exploration well in Block 52, described as a key step toward multiple developments. Airport Passenger Processing Modernization: Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM) rolled out Common Use Passenger Processing System (CUPPS) technology with Ink Innovation and Wintel N.V., aiming to streamline passenger touchpoints and improve interoperability with airlines. Carbon Policy Impact Study: A new analysis of household carbon costs across 88 countries finds the biggest differences often don’t track income alone, raising questions for how carbon pricing burdens are distributed.

Offshore Energy Buildout in Suriname: Tenaris has started operations at a new Paramaribo service center to support TotalEnergies’ GranMorgu deepwater project, supplying casing and tubing and using digital tools like PipeTracer and the Rig Direct Portal for order tracking and documentation. Project Execution at Jules Sedney Harbor: Saipem has also begun work for GranMorgu after the Normand Navigator arrived, kicking off preliminary SURF installation planning for the country’s first large-scale offshore development in Block 58. New Gas Signals for Block 52: Petronas reported a successful Swartzia Aspasia Complex-1 (SAC-1) well in Suriname’s offshore Block 52, adding to expectations for further oil and gas developments. Airport Tech Upgrade: Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM) rolled out Common Use Passenger Processing System (CUPPS) tech with Ink Innovation’s partner Wintel, aiming for smoother airline interoperability and faster passenger processing. Climate Policy Impact Study: A new analysis of household carbon costs across 88 countries finds the biggest differences often sit within income groups, not just between rich and poor—important for how carbon pricing lands locally. Regional Tech-Adjacent Diplomacy: Canada and CARICOM reaffirmed a results-focused action plan covering resilient economies, climate action, and regional security.

Offshore Energy Build-Out in Suriname: Tenaris has started operations at a new Paramaribo service center to support TotalEnergies’ GranMorgu project, supplying casing and tubing and using digital tools like PipeTracer and the Rig Direct Portal for order and shipment tracking. Project Mobilisation: Saipem also began GranMorgu offshore work after the Normand Navigator arrived at Jules Sedney Harbour, kicking off SURF installation planning for Suriname’s first large-scale deepwater development in Block 58, with first output targeted for mid-2028. New Gas Signals for Block 52: Suriname’s President Jennifer Simons says Petronas made another gas discovery in offshore Block 52, adding to eight discoveries totaling over 1 billion barrels oil equivalent and setting up a possible final investment decision this year. Airport Tech Upgrade: Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM) introduced Common Use Passenger Processing System (CUPPS) technology with Ink Innovation and Wintel, aiming for smoother airline interoperability as more carriers move into certification. Health & Risk Watch: A major Ebola briefing highlights the fast-moving DRC outbreak (Bundibugyo strain), with no vaccine available for this strain and conflict and misinformation complicating response efforts.

Offshore Energy Buildout: Tenaris has started operations at a new Paramaribo service center to support TotalEnergies’ GranMorgu project, supplying casing and tubing and coordinating offshore materials under its Rig Direct® model. New Gas Results (Block 52): PETRONAS reported multiple successful wells in Suriname’s Block 52, including Caiman-1 (oil-bearing sands) and SAC-1 (gas-bearing reservoirs), with testing showing strong deliverability and productivity. GranMorgu SURF Campaign Starts: Saipem began GranMorgu offshore work after the Normand Navigator arrived at Jules Sedney Harbour, kicking off the SURF installation scope for deepwater production targeted for mid-2028. Airport Tech Upgrade: Paramaribo-Zanderij International Airport (PBM) rolled out CUPPS passenger processing tech with Ink Innovation/Wintel, aiming for smoother airline interoperability and faster passenger touchpoints. Regional Energy Cooperation: The Trinidad and Tobago and Suriname energy chambers signed an MoU to strengthen private-sector participation and local supply-chain value across the southern Caribbean.

Offshore Oil Buildout in Suriname: Saipem has officially started operations for Suriname’s first large-scale offshore development, GranMorgu, after the Normand Navigator arrived and moored at Jules Sedney Harbour in Paramaribo; the SURF work covers subsea umbilicals, risers and flowlines in 100–1,100m water depths, with first production targeted for 2028 under TotalEnergies (40%), APA (40%) and Staatsolie (20%). New Gas Signal for Block 52: Suriname President Jennifer Simons says Petronas has made another gas discovery at offshore Block 52 (Swartzia Aspasia Complex-1), adding to eight discoveries totaling over 1 billion barrels of oil equivalent, with a final investment decision expected this year for gas development. Airport Tech Upgrade: Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM) introduced Common Use Passenger Processing System (CUPPS) technology via Ink Innovation’s partner Wintel, aiming to improve passenger processing and airline interoperability with multiple carriers already migrating or in certification. Local Research & Discovery: Founders Metals reported new gold results at its Antino Gold Project in southeastern Suriname, including 53.1m of 1.21 g/t Au from surface in a newly tested area west of Upper Antino. Health Milestone: WHO recognized Suriname for malaria elimination at the World Health Assembly, alongside other global public health awards. Regional Tech/Policy Context: A panel on “Regulating AI” discussed AI governance and the growing need for cross-department leadership structures like a Chief AI Officer, with Suriname’s Andrew Baasaron among contributors.

Offshore Oil Buildout in Suriname: Saipem has started operations for Suriname’s first large-scale deepwater project, GranMorgu, after the Normand Navigator arrived and moored at Jules Sedney Harbour in Paramaribo; the SURF work covers subsea umbilicals, risers and flowlines for TotalEnergies (40%) with APA (40%) and Staatsolie (20%), targeting first production in 2028. More Gas News for Suriname: President Jennifer Greelings-Simons says Petronas has made another gas discovery at offshore Block 52 (Swartzia Aspasia Complex-1), with the block’s eight discoveries said to total over 1 billion barrels of oil equivalent and a possible final investment decision this year. Airport Tech Upgrade: Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM) rolled out Common Use Passenger Processing System (CUPPS) tech with Ink Innovation via Wintel N.V., aiming for smoother airline interoperability with multiple carriers already migrated or in certification. Mining Drilling Results: Founders Metals reported a new gold discovery near Upper Antino in southeastern Suriname, including 53.1m at 1.21 g/t Au from surface in hole FR217. Public Health: WHO World Health Assembly updates include Suriname receiving a malaria elimination achievement certificate. AI Governance Talk: A podcast episode on “Regulating AI” discussed AI governance, intellectual property, and why many organizations are creating Chief AI Officer roles.

Offshore Oil Buildout in Suriname: Saipem has started operations for Suriname’s first large-scale deepwater development, GranMorgu, after the Normand Navigator arrived and moored at Jules Sedney Harbour in Paramaribo. The SURF contract covers engineering through start-up for subsea umbilicals, risers and flowlines, with production targeted for 2028. New Gas Signal for Block 52: President Jennifer Simons says Petronas has made another gas discovery at offshore Block 52; the company says the block’s eight discoveries total over 1 billion barrels of oil equivalent, with an FID expected this year. Airport Tech Upgrade: Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM) introduced Common Use Passenger Processing System (CUPPS) technology via Ink Innovation’s partner Wintel, aiming for smoother airline interoperability and passenger processing. Health Milestone: WHO recognized Suriname for malaria elimination at the World Health Assembly. Mining Drilling Results: Founders Metals reported a new gold discovery at Antino Gold Project in southeastern Suriname, including 53.1m at 1.21 g/t Au from surface in a previously untested area.

Airport Tech Upgrade: Paramaribo-Zanderij International Airport (PBM) has rolled out Ink Innovation’s Common Use Passenger Processing System (CUPPS), linking shared passenger processing directly with airlines’ Departure Control Systems to speed travel and improve interoperability. Offshore Oil Execution: Saipem has started operations for Suriname’s first large-scale deepwater development, GranMorgu, with the Normand Navigator vessel beginning preliminary work at Jules Sedney Harbour; the SURF package covers subsea umbilicals, risers and flowlines, targeting first oil in 2028. New Gas Signals: Petronas says it made another gas discovery in offshore Block 52 (Swartzia Aspasia Complex-1), adding to eight discoveries totaling over 1 billion barrels of oil equivalent and supporting a potential final investment decision this year. Health Milestone: Suriname received WHO recognition for malaria elimination at the World Health Assembly. Local Research & Mining: Miata Metals reported new gold drill results at Sela Creek, extending mineralized zones down-dip, while Founders Metals announced a new gold discovery west of Upper Antino in southeastern Suriname.

Airport Tech Upgrade: Paramaribo-Zanderij International Airport (PBM) has rolled out Ink CUPPS Common Use Passenger Processing System tech, linking directly with airlines’ Departure Control Systems to improve passenger processing and interoperability. Offshore Oil Execution: Saipem has started operations for Suriname’s first large-scale deepwater development, GranMorgu, after the Normand Navigator arrived at Jules Sedney Harbour; the SURF package covers subsea umbilicals, risers and flowlines, with first production targeted for 2028. New Gas Signals: Malaysia’s Petronas says it made another gas discovery in offshore Block 52 (Swartzia Aspasia Complex-1), adding to eight discoveries totaling over 1 billion barrels of oil equivalent, with a final investment decision expected this year. Regional Energy Diplomacy: The Suriname Energy, Oil and Gas Summit (SEOGS) continues to draw regional partners, including an MoU between the Trinidad and Tobago Energy Chamber and the Suriname Energy Chamber to boost private-sector supply-chain participation. Health Milestone: At the World Health Assembly, Suriname received recognition for malaria elimination.

Airport Tech Upgrade: Paramaribo-Zanderij International Airport (PBM) has rolled out Common Use Passenger Processing System (CUPPS) technology with Ink Innovation and Wintel N.V., aiming to streamline passenger touchpoints and airline interoperability; Sky High Dominicana has migrated and several carriers are in certification. Offshore Oil Execution: Saipem has started operations for Suriname’s first major deepwater development, GranMorgu, after the Normand Navigator arrived in Paramaribo; the SURF installation campaign supports a mid-2028 production target. New Gas Signals: Suriname President Jennifer Simons says Petronas made another gas discovery in offshore Block 52 (Swartzia Aspasia Complex-1), with the block’s eight discoveries totaling over 1 billion barrels oil equivalent. Gold Exploration Update: Founders Metals reports a new gold discovery west of Upper Antino (53.1m at 1.21 g/t Au from surface) and continued high-grade hits at depth. Public Health Milestone: WHO World Health Assembly updates include Suriname’s malaria elimination certificate. Regional Energy Diplomacy: Trinidad and Tobago and the Suriname Energy Chamber signed an MoU at SEOGS 2026, pushing private-sector supply-chain cooperation.

Offshore Oil & Gas (GranMorgu): Saipem has started operations for Suriname’s first large-scale deepwater development, GranMorgu, after the Normand Navigator arrived and moored at Jules Sedney Harbour in Paramaribo. The $1.9B SURF contract covers engineering through start-up of subsea umbilicals, risers and flowlines for water depths of 100–1,100m, with first production targeted for mid-2028. Aviation Tech (Passenger Processing): Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM) rolled out Common Use Passenger Processing System (CUPPS) tech via Ink Innovation’s partner Wintel, aiming to integrate with airline departure control systems and speed passenger touchpoints from check-in to boarding. Energy Discovery (Block 52): Suriname President Jennifer Simons says Petronas made another gas discovery at offshore Block 52, adding to eight discoveries totaling over 1B barrels oil equivalent, with a final investment decision expected this year. Mining & Geology (Gold Drilling): Founders Metals reported new gold results at Antino, including 53.1m at 1.21 g/t Au from surface in a new zone west of Upper Antino. Public Health (Malaria): WHO World Health Assembly updates include Suriname receiving recognition for malaria elimination.

Airport Tech Upgrade: Suriname’s Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM) has rolled out Ink’s Common Use Passenger Processing System (CUPPS), linking shared passenger processing infrastructure with airline departure control systems to improve interoperability and passenger flow. Offshore Oil Buildout: Saipem has started offshore operations for the GranMorgu project after the Normand Navigator arrived at Jules Sedney Harbour; the SURF package supports TotalEnergies (40%), APA (40%) and Staatsolie (20%), with production targeted for 2028. New Gas Signals: Petronas says it made another gas discovery in offshore Block 52 (Swartzia Aspasia Complex-1), bringing eight discoveries to over 1 billion barrels of oil equivalent and setting up future development decisions. Mining Drilling Results: Miata Metals reported new gold intercepts at Sela Creek, extending mineralized vein zones down-dip and finding additional depth potential. More Gold in Suriname: Founders Metals announced a new Upper Antino gold discovery west of Upper Antino, plus high-grade results at depth from follow-up drilling. Public Health Milestone: WHO recognized Suriname for malaria elimination in its World Health Assembly achievements.

Airport Tech Upgrade: Suriname’s Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM) rolled out Common Use Passenger Processing System (CUPPS) tech with Ink Innovation partner Wintel N.V., aiming to streamline passenger processing and airline interoperability across the renovated terminal. Ebola Watch: A briefing highlighted the rapidly worsening 2026 Ebola crisis in the DRC and Uganda, with nearly 700 confirmed cases and no vaccine for the Bundibugyo strain. Offshore Oil Build-Out: Saipem has started offshore operations for the GranMorgu project in Block 58 after the Normand Navigator arrived at Jules Sedney Harbour; production is targeted for 2028 under TotalEnergies (40%), APA (40%) and Staatsolie (20%). New Gas Signals: Petronas reported another gas discovery at offshore Block 52 (Swartzia Aspasia Complex-1), saying eight discoveries total over 1 billion barrels of oil equivalent. Gold Drilling Results: Founders Metals announced a new gold discovery west of Upper Antino in Suriname, including 53.1 m at 1.21 g/t Au from surface. Public Health Recognition: WHO World Health Assembly updates included Suriname receiving a malaria elimination achievement certificate.

Airport Tech Upgrade: Paramaribo-Zanderij International Airport (PBM) has rolled out CUPPS passenger processing tech with Ink Innovation and Wintel N.V., aiming for smoother travel from check-in to aircraft door; Sky High Dominicana is already live, FlyAllWays is operational, and major airlines are in the certification pipeline. Clean Energy on Water: Reporting on Kara Solar’s Indigenous-led solar canoes from Ecuador’s Amazon shows how solar-powered river transport and recharge stations can cut fuel costs, pollution, and noise while reducing pressure for road-driven deforestation. Offshore Oil Momentum (GranMorgu): Saipem has started offshore operations for Suriname’s first large-scale development, GranMorgu, after the Normand Navigator arrived at Jules Sedney Harbour; production is targeted for 2028 with TotalEnergies (40%), APA (40%), and Staatsolie (20%). New Gas Find (Block 52): Suriname’s President Jennifer Simons says Petronas made another gas discovery at offshore Block 52 (Swartzia Aspasia Complex-1), with eight discoveries in the block totaling over 1 billion barrels oil equivalent; first output is expected via the offshore consortium in 2028. Mining Drilling Results (Gold): Founders Metals reports a new gold discovery west of Upper Antino (53.1m at 1.21 g/t Au from surface) plus high-grade intercepts at depth, while Miata Metals extends Sela Creek gold mineralization down-dip (63m at 1.44 g/t Au). Public Health Milestone: WHO World Health Assembly updates include Suriname receiving recognition for malaria elimination.