Our History
Sonangol was an outgrowth of ANGOL, a subsidiary of the Portuguese oil company, SACOR.
Sonangol USA Company ("SONUSA"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sonangol E.P., was registered in Houston, Texas in November 12, 1997. SONUSA acts as a liaison between Sonangol E.P. and the oil companies, suppliers and other partners, providing services for and on behalf of Sonangol E.P., acting as an agent for the sale of crude oil and its derivatives in the Americas market.
The strategic positioning of the SONUSA, the current scenario of the Americas market characterized by an increase in exports of products of the United States of America and the increasing demand on the part of Central and Southern America, make it feasible to expand the activity of marketing.
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Sonangol Profile
Sonangol USA Company operates with excellence in processes that offers quality in its products and services and is aware that health and well-being are fundamental to manage a daily oil production of high quality.
We are an example of competence and trust. A reference in the USA and worldwide, thus fulfilling the dual task of performing as an integrated company and acting as the driving force for the exploration of oil resources in Angola.
Through the years, Sonangol USA has grown and increased its production of crude oil that led Angola to fit in the major producers of oil in sub-Saharan Africa that export regularly significant volumes to countries in Europe, America, and Asia.
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The goal of Sonangol USA Company is to maintain a constant presence in the oil market, avoiding the recourse of intermediaries and commercial agents guaranteeing the sale of the Angolan crude oil on behalf of Sonangol E.P. and the sale of naphtha at their best price.
Sonangol USA Company is committed to doing this by providing superior quality services that meet the highest standards of performance, satisfy client requirements, and deliver exceptional value. Through teamwork and by striving for continual improvement and with the continued investment in personnel and other resources, we ensure a client-driven and cost-effective solution at all times.
Furthermore, we work with our clients to define requirements and clarify expectations. We ensure that our service complies with all requirements and exceed client expectations.
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Social Responsibility
Sonangol USA Company is highly engaged in the improvement of community development and supports the reconstruction and construction of schools, kindergartens, and hospitals around the country. And following the above principle, Sonangol also supports numerous charitable works scattered in different Provinces.
We believe in making a difference in the social well-being of people. Since 2013 we have committed direct monetary contributions.
Sonangol USA Company and its employees actively support and embrace a social cause by partnering with St. Jude’s Hospital. The mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment.
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Manage and maintain the standards set in the code of ethics of Sonangol EP in all operations, promoting professional conduct among employees and any person acting on behalf of Sonangol USA Company, as well as ensuring a level of accountability adequate for an international company.
Encourage communication based on trust at all levels acting in an ethical and honest manner, valuing the opinions and ideas significant to the organization’s success, guarantee freedom of expression, sharing of information in a clear and objective way and the use of multiple channels as well as the opportunity to interact and provide information relevant for business growth.
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