El-Gato Global Limited, a leading player in the oil and gas industry, is currently participating in the 2024 Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) National Annual International Conference and Exhibition (NAICE) taking place in Lagos State.
Led by its Chief Executive Officer/Managing Director, Engr. Ekpen O. Kenneth, the company’s delegation includes Engr. David Salami, General Manager; Engr. Ekata Samson, Confidential Secretary/Logistics Officer and Engr. Christian Afiotore, Intern Student.
The conference, which kicked off on August 5th and runs until August 8th at the Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, has assembled over 3,000 attendees and 100 exhibitors from the energy industry.
The theme of this year’s conference, “Petroleum Industry Value Chain Optimization: The Inevitability of Midstream and Downstream Development,” aligns perfectly with El-Gato’s strategic focus on integrated oil and gas solutions. The company is poised to leverage the conference’s networking opportunities, technical sessions, and exhibitions to enhance its operations and stay ahead in the industry.
The conference’s comprehensive program, featuring workshops, panel sessions, and technical papers, will provide El-Gato’s team with valuable insights and knowledge on the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices. The company will also 
benefit from the conference’s focus on midstream and downstream development, which is critical to its business growth and expansion plans.
Speaking with journalists in Lagos, on Thursday, Engr. Ekpen O. Kenneth, Chief Executive Officer/Managing Director of El-Gato Global Limited, expressed his excitement about the company’s participation in the conference.
“We are thrilled to be part of this prestigious event, which offers a unique platform for networking, learning, and business development. We look forward to engaging with industry experts, showcasing our capabilities, and exploring new opportunities for growth and collaboration,” he said.
“El-Gato’s participation in the 2024 SPE-NAICE conference underscores its commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability in the oil and gas industry. By leveraging the conference’s benefits, the company is well-positioned to enhance its competitiveness, drive business growth, and contribute to the industry’s development in Nigeria and beyond.”
With their head office located overseas and branch offices spread across Nigeria including in Lagos, Edo and other parts of the country, El-Gato Global Limited deals on providing engineering services, procuring and providing logistics services, procuring goods and assets, real estate and management, and lots more. Their services also extend to value strategic partnerships, and effective management of business relationships with utmost integrity.
El-Gato was founded in 2020 by 33-year-old Engr. Ekpen Kenneth Oyakhilomhen, who hails from Uromi, in Esan North East local government area of Edo State. A petroleum expert, Engr. Ekpen has a Diploma in Maritime Engineering, Bachelor and Master’s degrees in Civil Engineering, all from the prestigious University of Benin, with several awards to his name.
