Technip confirms the expansion of its state-of-the-art Angoflex umbilical manufacturing plant in Lobito, Angola to meet growing demand for longer length and larger diameter products on the West African market. Established in 2002, Angoflex is a joint venture between Technip and the Angolan national oil company Sonangol.

On December 15, Bernard Di Tullio, Technip’s Chief Operating Officer, launched the plant expansion project in Lobito. Expansion is scheduled to be completed in 2010. This is part of Technip’s current program to strengthen its presence in key regional markets.

Strategically located to serve the West African deepwater market, the Lobito umbilical plant is the only facility of its kind in Africa.

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