Shell Awards Offshore Gas Development Deal to Halliburton in Boost for Nigeria’s LNG Future

Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (SNEPCo) has awarded Halliburton an integrated drilling and completion services contract for the development of the HI gas field in Oil Mining Lease (OML) 144, located offshore Nigeria. The project, undertaken in partnership with Sunlink Energies, will play a key role in supplying feed gas to Nigeria LNG’s ambitious Train 7 facility, a cornerstone for the nation’s growing gas export ambitions.

Under the new agreement, Halliburton will deliver a full suite of drilling and completion solutions, utilizing its LOGIX™ automation and remote operations technology. The goal, according to the company, is to enhance precision, efficiency, and safety in one of West Africa’s most complex offshore environments. Halliburton’s Project Management team will coordinate every stage of execution to ensure a seamless, integrated approach across the lifecycle of the wells.

“This contract reflects our dedication to delivering integrated solutions that improve performance and efficiency in complex offshore environments,” said Shannon Slocum, President for Halliburton’s Eastern Hemisphere operations. He added that the collaboration with SNEPCo and Sunlink Energies represents a significant step toward advancing Nigeria’s gas industry and strengthening the country’s energy future.

The deal marks another milestone in Halliburton’s long-standing partnership with Shell and reinforces both companies’ shared commitment to advancing upstream gas development through innovation and sustainability. With Halliburton’s extensive offshore experience and established local presence, the HI project is expected to accelerate Nigeria’s production capacity and support its transition to cleaner, gas-driven energy.

However, this new contract comes months after the Supreme Court ruled against Halliburton West Africa Limited in a tax dispute with the Federal Government. The company was ordered to pay $6.9 million in outstanding taxes and N2 million in costs, following a unanimous judgment that upheld a 2014 decision by the Court of Appeal. Despite this legal setback, Halliburton’s continued presence and investment in Nigeria signal a strong vote of confidence in the country’s energy sector.

source: the guardian