Halliburton will open new facilities in Namibia highlighting the importance of the country\u2019s growing oil and gas industry. The facilities, which will support the company\u2019s in-country operations, are located in Windhoek, Walvis Bay, Swakopmund, and L\u00fcderitz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With a combined footprint of 20,000 m\u00b2, the facilities create a strong presence in the region. The Windhoek office will handle support services, while the Walvis Bay facility will focus on Cementing & Drilling Fluids services and warehousing. Swakopmund will house Sperry Drilling, Well Completions, Testing & Subsea, and Wireline & Perforating services. L\u00fcderitz will support Cementing and Wireline operations. Through these locations, Halliburton will deliver advanced technologies that include oilfield automation and remote operations, geosteering, measurement while drilling, and well testing to Namibia\u2019s energy sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nThese new facilities allow us to operate close to our customers, collaborate in real time, and deliver the advanced technologies and services that maximize asset value. We are proud to support Namibia\u2019s oil and gas industry, contribute to the economic success of the country, and create opportunities for local people.Antoine Berel, vice president, Halliburton Sub-Saharan Africa (South)<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
Halliburton remains focused on job creation and compliance with local sourcing guidelines. The new facilities are expected to employ up to 200 Namibians. This will help to foster local expertise in oil and gas technologies and contribute to the country\u2019s economy. Halliburton\u2019s long-term strategy aims to support Namibia\u2019s economic development and its emerging energy sector with innovative solutions for exploration and production.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"