Shell, Ardova Reiterates Commitment To Productivity in Energy sector

In furtherance of its commitment to boost productivity in the energy sector, leading indigenous and integrated energy company, Ardova Plc. and global lubricants company, Shell International have partnered on the inaugural ‘Power Conference’.

The event themed ‘Powering Nigeria’s Industries – Enhancing Productivity and Competitiveness” addressed the role of energy solutions in enhancing productivity, and driving growth within the Nigerian business landscape.

The Shell Power Conference comes from the backdrop of the strategic partnership between Ardova plc. and Shell which underscores their commitment to advancing Nigeria’s energy sector and economic development.

The conference brought together industry leaders, policymakers, energy experts, and stakeholders to explore innovative energy solutions tailored to meet the challenges and opportunities in Nigeria through the partnership.

Delivering his opening speech, Group Executive Chairman, Ardova Plc., Abdulwasiu Sowami emphasized the essence of creating a platform for discourse on solutions in the energy sector among key stakeholders.
According to him, “The Shell Power conference serves as a nexus for experts and stakeholders to readdress the pressing challenges facing the Nigerian power sector. It underscores the critical need and the collaborative approaches needed to drive industrialization for growth and development. At Ardova, Plc, our vison is to promote power as a national aspiration. This can be done meticulously by designing and recognizing key opportunities to provide adequate results”
Also speaking, at the event, the Managing Director at Ardova, Moshood Olajide, said that Ardova is committed to fostering innovation and sustainability.

“The Shell Power Conference provides an invaluable platform for collaboration and knowledge-sharing platform, which is essential for driving progress in our industry. We are excited to participate in discussions that will shape the future of energy and look forward to the opportunities that arise from this esteemed gathering,” he stated.

The conference highlighted initiatives and projects that contribute to Nigeria’s transition towards a sustainable energy future, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change and reduce carbon emissions.

With extensive experience operating in the Oil, Gas and Energy sector and partners in various areas of delivering energy, Ardova remains an industry leader.

Regional Sales Manager, Africa and European markets, Shell International, Samir Mahgoub, said; “We are excited to collaborate with Ardova at the Shell Power Conference, in our bid to advance sustainable energy solutions across Nigeria and the West African market. This conference is an opportunity to exchange ideas, explore innovation, to drive energy transition’’.
Ardova is authorised distributor of Shell lubricant in Nigeria and through innovative solutions, seeks to improve productivity and enhance competitiveness for businesses in Nigeria.

At the forefront of innovative solution is the Shell Lubricant Solution with a proprietary technology of Gas-to-liquids (GTL) technology which turns natural gas into high-quality base oils for lubricants.

For the power sector, and transmission and distribution particularly, GTL-based lubricants are helping operators to achieve greater reliability and superior performance in several ways.

“Lubricants and services help power machinery and empower people, while a strong commitment to innovation and collaboration keep our solutions at the leading edge of today’s industry transformation as we continue to work with our customers to understand the additional benefits of lowering emissions, reducing waste, saving costs and unlocking efficiencies”, Mahgoub stated.