What Kenyon International does

Kenyon International West Africa Co. Ltd. is an indigenous Nigerian oilfield services company founded in 2015 by Victor Ekpenyong, headquartered in Port Harcourt (with operational presence in Onne) and serving both International Oil Companies (ExxonMobil, TotalEnergies) and Nigerian Oil and Gas Companies (NNPC, Aiteo Eastern E&P). The company specializes in well intervention, well remediation, wild well control/blowout containment, drilling support including BOP stack services, idle/orphan well reactivation, and pipeline services, and claims to have unlocked approximately 30 million barrels of crude from dormant Nigerian wells through these activities.

The service portfolio combines specialized equipment and engineering expertise — BOP selection/risk assessment/refurbishment per well specifications; MS-Sealant 04 deployment via GSP Port In/Port Out systems for tubing hanger body seal isolation; remote well control technology for asset protection; CCU and BPV installation; and custom elbow manufacture — with multi-disciplinary field crews executing brownfield remediation, slickline/e-line operations, pumping services, structural work, and marine operations. Notable project credentials include the Nembe OML 29 Well 1 gas blowout containment for Aiteo (80% gas, 20% oil) and the three-phase Akaso 4 well remediation restoring full production.

The business model is project-based B2B professional services plus equipment supply (high-quality valves, wellheads, choke valves), with quote-based pricing and no public disclosures. The go-to-market is direct enterprise engagement with IOC/NOC decision-makers, complemented by content marketing, social media presence, and active participation in SPE Nigeria and NCDMB events. There are no disclosed institutional investors, no funding rounds, no M&A activity, and no revenue figures in the public record.

Name

Kenyon International

Legal name

Kenyon International West Africa Co. Ltd.

Website

https://kenyon-international.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Kenyon International is an indigenous Nigerian oilfield services company founded in 2015, providing well intervention, well remediation, wild well control, BOP stack services, and idle/orphan well reactivation to IOCs (ExxonMobil, TotalEnergies) and NOCs (NNPC, Aiteo) primarily in Nigeria and West Africa.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Oilfield Services

NAICS

Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations (213112), Oil and Gas Field Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing (333132)

SIC

Oil & Gas Field Services, Nec (1389), Oil & Gas Field Machinery & Equipment (3533), Drilling Oil & Gas Wells (1381)

akta.pro primary industry

Production Services & Artificial Lift (ESP, Rod Lift, Gas Lift, Chemicals) (EUALABAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Well Construction & Completion Services (Cementing, Casing, Tubular Running) (EUALABAC), Completion Tools & Subsurface Equipment (Packers, Liners, Valves, Sand Control) (EUALABAD), Oilfield Equipment Manufacturing & Supply (Wellheads, BOPs, Surface Equipment) (EUALABAL)

Keywords

• Oilfield services
• Well intervention
• Well remediation
• Blowout control
• Idle well management

Headquarters

HQ city

Onne

HQ country

Nigeria

HQ region

Africa

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Oilfield Services - Project-Based: The company generates revenue through specialized oil and gas service projects including well intervention, well remediation, well control, and idle well management. Projects are typically contracted engagements with oil companies requiring specific technical expertise for well integrity, blowout control, and restoration work.
2. Equipment Supply and Maintenance: Revenue from supplying high-quality valves, wellheads, and related equipment to oil and gas operations. Includes technical support, maintenance, and repair services.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Kenyon International provides specialized oilfield services to upstream oil and gas operators in Nigeria and West Africa, covering drilling support, well intervention, well remediation, wild well control/blowout prevention, idle/orphan well management, and pipeline services. The company also supplies wellheads, valves, and related equipment, and delivers targeted solutions such as gate valve and bonnet replacement, choke valve replacement, conductor pipe inspection, tubing hanger seal isolation, CCU/BPV installation, well arrest and spill response, custom elbow manufacture, and cold-cutting machine maintenance.

Product overview

Kenyon International West Africa Co. Ltd. is an indigenous Nigerian oilfield services company founded in 2015, offering a comprehensive suite of specialized well services. The portfolio is organized around core service lines: Drilling Support Services (including BOP Stack Services), Well Intervention Services, Well Remediation Services, Wild Well Control/Blowout Control Services, Idle/Orphan Well Management Services, and Pipeline Services. Supporting these core offerings are specialized products including Quality Wellhead and Valve Provision, Gate Valve and Bonnet Replacement, Choke Valve Replacement, Conductor Pipe Inspection, Tubing Hanger Body Seal Isolation, Well Arrest/Spillage Control, CCU Installation, BPV Installation, and Elbow Manufacture. The company also provides Cold-cutting Machine Maintenance as a supporting service. The company serves both International Oil Companies (IOCs) and Nigerian Oil and Gas Companies (NOCs), and has successfully revived dormant oil wells, unlocking approximately 30 million barrels of crude oil.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Victor and Helen Foundation: Charitable foundation operated by the company for awarding scholarships to students

Products and services

• Drilling Support Services Comprehensive drilling support services for oil and gas operators in Nigeria and West Africa, including Blowout Preventer (BOP) stack services, drilling risk assessment, compliance with legal requirements, regular testing, refurbishment, and inspections of drilling-related equipment.
• Well Intervention Services Well intervention services including pumping, sealant deployment, and slickline operations aimed at restoring or improving the performance of producing wells for upstream oil and gas operators.
• Well Remediation Services Brownfield well remediation services covering wellhead repair, casing integrity restoration, platform rehabilitation, and well perforation services to restore wells to safe and productive operating condition.
• Wild Well Control Services (Blowout Control) Emergency well control and blowout prevention services, including spill response, well arrest operations, and containment of uncontrolled hydrocarbon releases from wellheads.
• Idle/Orphan Well Management Services Idle/orphan well reactivation and management services including safe decommissioning, asset protection from vandalism, and restoration of abandoned wells to full production potential using remote well control technology.
• Pipeline Services Pipeline-related services for oil and gas operators supporting operations across upstream production infrastructure in Nigeria and West Africa.
• BOP Stack Services Blowout Preventer stack services including selection of BOPs based on well type, size, and pressure ratings, risk assessment, compliance testing, refurbishment, and thorough inspections for drilling rigs.
• Quality Wellhead and Valve Provision Supply of high-quality valves, wellheads, and related equipment suitable for oil and gas operations, designed to be cost-effective, durable, and capable of withstanding high temperatures and pressures, with technical support, maintenance, and repair services.
• Gate Valve and Bonnet Replacement Replacement of faulty choke valves and gate valves in Christmas trees to regulate wellhead flow and pressure for optimal upstream production.
• Choke Valve Replacement Replacement of faulty adjustable choke valves on wellheads to optimize production flow control in upstream oil and gas operations.
• Conductor Pipe Inspection Inspection and re-threading of conductor pipes to ensure optimal performance and prevent washouts and contamination in producing wells.
• Tubing Hanger Body Seal Isolation Sealant injection service using MS-Sealant 04 between tubing hanger main body seals with a GSP type Port In and Port Out system for even and full fill isolation of hanger voids from annulus pressure.
• Well Arrest / Spillage Control Emergency response service to arrest wellhead vandalism, hydrocarbon leaks, and restore damaged wellheads with anti-theft installations to protect oil and gas assets.
• CCU Installation Installation of Christmas Tree Control Units (CCU) for emergency shutdown of wells to prevent explosion, leaks, and vandalism on producing assets.
• BPV Installation Installation of Back Pressure Valves (BPV) as pressure barriers to enable safe personnel work during well integrity restoration operations.
• Elbow Manufacture Custom design and manufacture of 45-degree and 90-degree piping elbows for wellhead installations without requiring valve redesign.
• Cold-cutting Machine Maintenance Routine maintenance of cold-cutting machines used for cutting pipes to desired sizes, including disassembly, particle removal, component inspection, reassembly, and function-testing to ensure operational readiness.

Quantifiable outcome

• Successfully contained and stopped Nembe oil spill from OML 29 Well 1 that had been ongoing for over a month, involving a challenging gas blowout (80% gas, 20% oil)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NCDMB (Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2023Kenyon International maintains an active relationship with NCDMB, participating in events like the Nigerian Oil and Gas Opportunities Fair 2023 in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The NCDMB provides an enabling environment for local businesses to flourish in Nigeria's oil and gas sector through progressive policies and regulations that support indigenous participation.
• Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) NigeriacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKenyon International actively participates in SPE Nigeria events including the Oloibiri Lecture Series and Energy Forum (OLEF) and Young Professional Symposium. CEO Dr. Victor Ekpenyong delivers keynote speeches and panel contributions on topics including gas asset management, idle well strategy, and energy policy.
• Tekedia InstituteminorOthersPartnership with Tekedia Institute to provide Mini-MBA scholarship programs. Kenyon International has awarded scholarships to over 50 students across Africa for Tekedia's mini-MBA crash programme, aiming to develop entrepreneurial skills and business management capabilities.
• Victor and Helen FoundationminorOthersCorporate foundation established by CEO Victor Ekpenyong that awards scholarships to students, including Ibibio teenagers for academic excellence. The foundation supports education initiatives in Akwa Ibom State.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Archer Limited: Oilfield services company with significant North Sea and Latin America presence in well intervention and integrity. Comparable service lines, though primarily outside Kenya's West African market.

Emerging players

• Tetra Technologies: Provider of wellhead compression, intervention, and water-management services to operators worldwide. Comparable in wellsite equipment, intervention services, and production chemistry (relevant to Kenyon's specialty chemical use).
• Welltec: Specialist in well intervention robotics and mechanical services for mature fields. Comparable niche overlap with Kenyon's intervention and brownfield remediation services.

Direct peers

• Helix Energy Solutions Group: Provider of well intervention and decommissioning services with strong track record in well control and plug-and-abandonment. Directly comparable to Kenyon's idle/orphan well management and emergency response offering.
• Oceaneering International: Provider of intervention tooling, intervention services, and remote well control technologies. Comparable in the well control and intervention services segment, particularly offshore and high-spec environments.
• Weatherford International: Direct peer in well intervention, wellhead systems, and production services with established presence across Africa. Closely aligned business model and product mix to Kenyon.
• Expro Group: Specialized well intervention and well integrity services provider. Comparable on wellhead maintenance, intervention tooling, and integrity-restoration work that mirrors Kenyon's remediation offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Halliburton: Largest well intervention and completion services provider globally, with significant Nigerian operations. Overlaps with Kenyon on BOP services, well intervention, and production enhancement but at much broader scale.
• Schlumberger (SLB): Global oilfield services major with a full well intervention, drilling support, and wellhead equipment portfolio. Comparable as an overlapping capability set, though SLB operates globally and at vastly larger scale than Kenyon.
• Baker Hughes: Oilfield services incumbent offering well intervention, completions, and wellhead equipment. Active in Nigeria and competes with Kenyon on subsurface and surface equipment scopes.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/we_are_kenyon
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@kenyoninternational
• Facebookfacebook.com/kenyonninternational
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kenyon-international-west-africa-limited
• Instagraminstagram.com/kenyon_international

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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