With the recent announcement of Bourbon Logistics securing a fully integrated logistics contract with a major oil & gas operator for an exploration and drilling campaign in southern Namibia, the landscape of the country’s sector is poised for a significant transformation. This six-month project not only represents an important advancement in the client’s logistics strategy but also solidifies Bourbon Logistics’ position as a key player in delivering integrated logistics solutions. For Bourbon Logistics, this engagement builds on their proven track record in Namibia, having successfully collaborated with other major oil & gas companies in the region previously. The comprehensive nature of the contract, covering everything from international freight forwarding to marine operations with three Platform Supply Vessels, underscores the company’s capability and dedication to exemplary supply chain management, safety, and adherence to deadlines.
The cornerstone of Bourbon Logistics’ operations in Namibia will be the 7-hectare logistics base in Walvis Bay. This hub will employ nearly 50 local staff, with an impressive 96% of them being Namibians. These employees will receive specialized training in materials handling, effectively empowering the local workforce with crucial skill sets. Company Managing Director Nicolas Chateau highlighted this commitment, emphasizing Bourbon’s rigorous standards in supply chain management and their unwavering focus on safety and deadlines. By utilizing their proprietary “Bourbon Logistics Suite” software, the company can ensure seamless end-to-end planning and execution of the logistics operation, further enhancing efficiency and reliability. This strategic approach aims to deliver a robust and scalable logistics infrastructure capable of supporting ambitious projects within the oil & gas industry, thus driving significant growth and development in the sector.
A New Era for Namibia’s Oil & Gas Logistics
Bourbon Logistics has secured a comprehensive logistics contract with a leading oil & gas operator for an exploration and drilling project in southern Namibia, marking a pivotal shift for the nation’s sector. The six-month venture signifies a major leap in the client’s logistics approach while affirming Bourbon Logistics’ role as a vital provider of integrated logistics. This partnership builds on their impressive history in Namibia, demonstrated through successful collaborations with prominent oil & gas firms in the area. The contract spans international freight forwarding to marine operations, involving three Platform Supply Vessels, highlighting Bourbon’s expertise in supply chain management, safety, and punctuality.
Central to Bourbon Logistics’ operations in Namibia is a 7-hectare logistics base in Walvis Bay, employing nearly 50 locals, with 96% being Namibians. These employees will undergo specialized training in materials handling, bolstering local skills. Managing Director Nicolas Chateau emphasized their strict standards and focus on safety and deadlines. Utilizing their own “Bourbon Logistics Suite” software, the company ensures streamlined planning and execution, delivering efficient and reliable logistics. This strategy supports ambitious oil & gas projects, fostering growth and sector development in Namibia.
