O-CERY Plc Signs Strategic MoU with ADES Group for Offshore Manpower Supply in Cameroon
Cameroon offshore drilling sector strengthened through local marine and drilling crew deployment onboard ADM 501 rig.
O-CERY Plc has officially signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ADES Group for the supply of qualified marine and drilling crews onboard the offshore drilling rig ADM 501, scheduled to commence offshore drilling operations in Cameroon.
This agreement positions O-CERY Plc as a key offshore manpower supply partner supporting Cameroon's expanding oil and gas drilling industry. The MoU was signed on behalf of ADES Group Cameroon by Mr. Sherif Esmat, Country Manager – Cameroon, and countersigned globally by Dr. Mohamed Farouk, Chief Executive Officer of ADES Group. On behalf of O-CERY Plc, the agreement was executed by Mr. Bernard Felizardo, General Manager, and countersigned by Ms. Helen Chris, Acting Chief Executive Officer, Aberdeen, United Kingdom.
Offshore Manpower Supply Supporting Cameroon's Oil & Gas Growth
As offshore drilling activities increase along Cameroon's coastal energy corridor, the demand for certified, experienced offshore manpower continues to grow. Under this agreement, O-CERY Plc will provide a comprehensive offshore workforce solution covering marine crew, drilling crew, and technical rig personnel required for safe and efficient drilling operations.
This partnership reinforces:
- Offshore drilling workforce localization in Cameroon
- Compliance with international oil and gas safety standards
- Deployment of certified offshore personnel
- Strengthening of local content participation in Cameroon
Scope of Offshore Workforce Deployment
Under the Cameroon offshore drilling contract, O-CERY Plc will supply qualified and experienced personnel across multiple rig operations, including:
- Marine crew positions
- Drilling crew positions
- Mechanical and electrical support roles
- Safety and compliance officers
- Logistics and materials coordination
- Radio operators and rig communications
- Assistant Drillers and technical rig support
By supplying trained, certified, and industry-compliant offshore personnel, O-CERY directly contributes to rig safety performance optimization, operational efficiency, and compliance with oil and gas regulatory standards.
Ocery offshore crew training session
ADM 501 rig operations
About ADES Group
ADES Group is a world-leading international oil and gas drilling services provider headquartered in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. With a workforce exceeding 8,000 professionals, ADES operates an elite portfolio of offshore and onshore drilling rigs across global energy markets.
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