Lion Oilfield Services says sustained investment in Namibian skills and technology will be critical as the country moves closer to offshore oil and gas commercialisation, positioning the company as a locally anchored service provider focused on building long-term industry capacity.
The Namibia-based oilfield services company said it is prioritising workforce development, technology adoption and service excellence to ensure local participation goes beyond regulatory compliance and becomes a meaningful driver of sector growth.
Company representative Andrew Mackay said empowering local professionals is central to establishing a competitive domestic services sector.
“Building a globally competitive oil and gas services sector starts with empowering Namibians. Our focus is on developing skilled professionals who understand both world-class operational requirements and the local context in which we operate,” Mackay said.
He noted that, alongside workforce development, Lion continues to invest in engineering capability, specialised oilfield services and operational systems that support offshore and upstream activities. The company said its focus remains on safety, reliability and performance as industry activity increases.
Mackay added that combining technology-driven solutions with customer-focused service delivery enables the company to support operators while contributing to Namibia’s long-term industrial base and local value creation.
As activity in Namibia’s upstream sector expands, the role of domestic companies in skills transfer and operational delivery is coming under increased scrutiny.
Government has repeatedly stressed that oil and gas development must translate into meaningful local participation. Petroleum commissioner at the Ministry of Mines and Energy Maggy Shino has linked the sector’s long-term success to sustained investment in people.
“For Namibia to fully benefit from its oil and gas discoveries, we must build local capacity and ensure that Namibians are equipped with the skills, knowledge and experience required to participate meaningfully across the value chain,” Shino said.
She added that investment in local talent is essential for sustainable industry development.
Lion Oilfield Services said it aligns with this approach, viewing skills development as a strategic business priority rather than a regulatory obligation. The company said its training and skills-transfer initiatives are designed to prepare Namibians to operate at international standards while maintaining strong local expertise.
Lion Oilfield Services is a Namibian oilfield services company providing engineered solutions to the energy sector, with a focus on valve supply and maintenance, technology, safety and service excellence.
