Berkine

Berkine, also referred to as Berkine Operations or Berkine Field, is an oil and gas enterprise headquartered in Algeria. The organisation is engaged in the exploration, development, and production of hydrocarbon resources within the country's energy sector. Its operations are centred on the Berkine field, a notable asset in Algeria's petroleum landscape. As part of Algeria's upstream industry, Berkine contributes to the nation's oil output and energy supply. The company's activities involve managing drilling programmes, reservoir management, and the processing of crude oil and natural gas.

In April 2020, Berkine experienced a ransomware attack carried out by the Maze group, which resulted in the exfiltration of over 500 megabytes of sensitive data including financial records, strategic plans, employee information, and travel documents. The attackers subsequently leaked portions of the stolen data online and used it to pressure the organisation for payment while also leveraging the information in phishing campaigns. This incident highlighted the cybersecurity vulnerabilities faced by oil and gas operators in the region. The breach prompted Berkine to address its digital security posture following the exposure of critical business information. No further details about the organisation's size, ownership, or organisational structure are provided in the available sources.