As the global oil and gas elite gathers in Houston, Nigeria’s Solewant Group showcases a bold portfolio of technologies redefining offshore operations and industrial infrastructure.
In a compelling demonstration of Africa’s growing technological influence on the global energy landscape, Nigeria’s Solewant Group is set to take center stage at the 2025 Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston, Texas. As thousands of global energy leaders converge for the May 5–8 event, Solewant Group joins the world’s top innovators in presenting transformative solutions in offshore infrastructure, energy systems, and industrial technology.
Led by Group Managing Director Solomon Ewanehi, Solewant’s high-level delegation will showcase a suite of advanced capabilities across five subsidiaries including pipeline fabrication, specialty coatings, integrated water systems, and technical training positioning the company as a dynamic force in Africa’s industrial evolution and a viable international partner in the global energy transition.
“Our participation in OTC 2025 highlights not only Solewant’s capacity to deliver world-class engineering and protective solutions, but also our commitment to shaping the future of sustainable offshore development,” said Mr. Ewanehi.
Engineering Africa’s Future Solewant’s exhibit will spotlight its flagship subsidiaries:
• Pipes and Metals Industries (PMI): delivering engineering design, fabrication of complex pipeline structures, and integrated tank and water systems.
• Fields Joint Coatings (FJC): offering ISO 2016-compliant heat shrink sleeve applications and pipeline protection.
• Solewant Specialty Protective Coatings (SSPC): advancing thermal insulation, industrial coatings, and specialty paints manufacturing.
• Solewant Energy Training Institute (SETI): building human capital through tailored oil and gas technical training.
With 25 years of service excellence and ISO 9001:2015 certification, Solewant is leveraging OTC to expand its global footprint. In addition to showcasing technologies, the company will engage in strategic meetings with multinational energy firms and government delegations to deepen technology collaborations and explore infrastructure investment opportunities.
Toward a Smarter, Greener Energy Ecosystem At a time when energy security and sustainability are reshaping industry priorities, Solewant brings practical solutions that enhance operational efficiency and environmental compliance. The company’s innovations aim to reduce downtime, extend asset life, and ensure safety across offshore and onshore installations.
The company is also using the platform to promote the upcoming Solewant Group 9th Energy Summit, slated for November 27–28, 2025, at its industrial park in Onne, Rivers State, Nigeria. The event will convene energy professionals and policymakers to discuss Africa’s role in the evolving energy mix.
“OTC gives us the platform to reaffirm our role not only as a solution provider, but as a thought leader driving Africa’s industrial transformation through local innovation, workforce development, and technology transfer,” Ewanehi added.
Solewant’s participation underscores a broader trend: the emergence of African companies as credible drivers of innovation, sustainability, and inclusive growth within the global energy ecosystem.
