{
  "id": 14482780,
  "title": "Tenaris Nigeria Marks 25, Expands Capacity with $10m Thermal Insulation Plant",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/tenaris-nigeria-marks-25-expands-capacity-with-10m-thermal-insulation",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-14T15:39:39.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/14/tenaris-nigeria-marks-25-expands-capacity-with-10m-thermal-insulation-plant/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Tenaris Nigeria, a global steel pipe and services provider, is commemorating its 25th year of operations in the country with significant expansions. The company has recently inaugurated a $10 million thermal insulation plant in Onne, Rivers State, and successfully completed the coating campaign for the Bonga North deepwater project. This event, held at the Federal Lighter Terminal, Oil and Gas Free Zone, brought together government officials, regulators, and industry operators for a three-in-one celebration. Over the past quarter century, Tenaris has supported various complex projects in Nigeria, continuously investing in local capabilities. For the Bonga North project, the company allocated approximately $10 million to refurbish and upgrade its Five Layer coating line in Onne, establishing the only 5 Layer Thermal Insulation Plant in Sub-Saharan Africa. This investment strengthens Nigeria's industrial base and brings advanced coating technologies closer to customers. Tenaris' Managing Director, Rosario Osobase, highlighted the company's long-term commitment to Nigeria's energy industry, emphasizing the development of local expertise and the retention of technical capabilities. Alessandro D’Angelo, Commercial Vice President, Sub-Saharan Africa, Europe, and Caspian Sea, expressed confidence in Nigeria's long-term potential, stressing the importance of continuity in investment and project activity. Despite market challenges, Tenaris has maintained its OCTG threading facility and coating capabilities, positioning itself as a key player in Nigeria's industrial growth. The company's value proposition lies in its people, infrastructure, and technology, with a global presence and a focus on localization in Nigeria. Over the last decade, more than 20,000 tons of OCTG have been supplied for legacy Shell assets, supporting energy delivery across the nation. The 25-year journey in Nigeria is a testament to Tenaris' partnership approach, with successful project execution despite technical complexities. The company's commitment to Nigeria's industrial development continues to yield positive results as oil and gas production reaches new levels and international energy companies invest in the country's deepwater future.",
  "summary": "Peter Uzoho Tenaris Global Services has marked 25 years of operations in Nigeria with the inauguration of its upgraded $10 million thermal insulation plant in Onne, Rivers State, and the",
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}