Africa-Press – Namibia. Northern Ocean Ltd has reaffirmed its commitment to Namibia’s growing offshore energy sector, positioning itself not only as a leading drilling contractor but also as a long-term development partner for the country.
The company’s two state-of-the-art semi-submersible rigs, Deepsea Mira and Deepsea Bollsta, have played a pivotal role in unlocking Namibia’s offshore oil and gas potential since 2022.
Operated by Odfjell Drilling, the Deepsea Mira is currently docked at Walvis bay and has been specifically upgraded for local deepwater conditions.
“For the past two years, the Deepsea Mira rig has been a cornerstone of Namibia’s energy sector, drilling the majority of wells in the region.
“This stability has allowed us to invest in Namibian talent — with nearly 40% of our offshore crew now local — and boost the onshore economy through targeted procurement and community investment,” says Northern Ocean chief executive Arne Jacobsen.
“However, sustaining this momentum requires continued drilling activity. Without active rigs, there can be no progress in building local expertise or economic prosperity. Securing uninterrupted drilling operations is critical to driving Namibia’s long-term energy independence and national development,” he adds.
In addition to this, the company continues to contribute to community development programmes.
“I’ve had the full support of our chief executive to ensure that our efforts make a meaningful impact,” Northern Ocean regional operations manager in Namibia Johnathan Shows says.
“We’ve actively partnered with schools at Katutura, developing sport courts and donating essential sport equipment. These projects reflect Northern Ocean’s long-term investment in the well-being and development of Namibian communities.”
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