Marconi NG EPC Limited, formerly the Eni/Saipem EPC division, has appointed Ahonsi Unuigbe, founder and chief executive officer of Petralon Energy, as chairman of its board of directors.
Mr Unuigbe is also the chairman of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) and was recently appointed to the board of Africa Oil Corp, a Canadian oil and gas company listed on the Toronto stock exchange.
In a statement, he said the appointment was an extension of his work at Petralon Energy, noting that both companies share commitments to local content and strategic partnerships.
“This appointment is a natural extension of our work at Petralon Energy. Both companies share a commitment to local content, a belief in the power of strategic partnerships, and a drive to create lasting value for all stakeholders”, he said.
He added that he looks forward to working with Marconi’s shareholders and leadership team to drive the company’s next phase of growth.
“I look forward to partnering with Marconi’s shareholders and leadership team as well collaborate to build on their decades of experience to drive the company’s next phase of growth.”
Marconi operates what it describes as the largest fabrication yard in West Africa.
The company said the facility combines global standards with local expertise to deliver projects across oil, gas and renewable energy.
It added that the yard is positioned to serve regions across Africa and contribute to addressing energy needs, economic growth and energy security on the continent.
