Sahara Upstream Strengthens Oilfield Services in Africa

Sahara Upstream is advancing its oilfield services strategy by reinforcing Arahas Global Oilfield Services (Arahas) and SGIR Rigs and Energy Limited as integrated platforms to meet the rising demand for high-quality upstream services in Africa. Ade Odunsi, Executive Director of Sahara Upstream, stated that the future growth of Africa's upstream sector relies on robust regional service companies capable of executing complex projects safely and sustainably.

He emphasized that building resilient energy systems necessitates equally resilient service businesses. Odunsi noted that Arahas and SGIR are well-positioned to provide the technical expertise and operational excellence required by operators across the continent.

He also highlighted Sahara's commitment to investing in businesses that create long-term value in Africa's energy sector, aiming to develop integrated service platforms that support exploration, drilling, engineering, project delivery, and production operations at a globally competitive standard while remaining rooted in Africa. Arahas focuses on delivering impactful oilfield services based on engineering excellence and sustainability, while SGIR enhances operational efficiency in upstream operations.