Applus+ in the UAE has commenced rig service operations in Somalia, supporting a client’s landmark offshore drilling exploration programme.

The company is providing testing, inspection and certification services to ensure the integrity, compliance and operational readiness of critical drilling equipment throughout the campaign.

Working in Somalia’s remote and high-risk offshore environment, Applus+ is carrying out rigorous equipment inspections and verification to ensure compliance with international standards and minimise the risk of equipment failure.

The services are intended to support safe and reliable drilling operations, where rapid response and equipment reliability are particularly important.

The project highlights Applus+’s growing role in asset integrity and assurance services for energy operators working in challenging environments.

Its expansion into Somalia also reflects the company’s continued growth across frontier markets, supporting exploration activities in increasingly complex offshore locations. -OGN/TradeArabia News Service