Inspecta Africa is the pioneer Ugandan supplier of surface wellheads, trees, valves and actuators to the oil and gas industry. We have been providing engineering, installation, testing (including Non Destructive Testing –NDT), consultancy, certification and training services, and life-of field support services customized to our customers’ needs since 2012.

Inspecta Africa has a team of highly qualified service technicians, strategically placed close to our clients, to provide daily reactive and proactive Oil and Gas related services. We offer a comprehensive installation service as well as 24/7 operational assistance on all our products and our flexible and focused set-up allows us to mobilize at short notice to create scenario plans with clients to ensure processes are in place for any potential outcome.
With Inspecta Africa staff holding North Sea Lifting certification, we are currently doing inspection works on the pipeline from the well-pads in the Tilenga oilfield, together with our partners Applus+ RTD-Velosi. 
Early this year, Inspecta Africa rubbed shoulders with other key stakeholders in Uganda’s Oil and Gas fraternity as they participated in the 9th annual Oil and Gas Convention held at the Kampala Serena Hotel under the theme “The Journey to first oil in the Face of a Just Energy Transition in Uganda” was a success. 
 
Organized by the Uganda Chamber of Mines and Petroleum, the two-day event had over fifty exhibitors and six hundred guests. At the front was one of the biggest brands in the industry, Inspecta Africa, who also doubled as sponsors and had a slot on the panel. 
 
In his submission, Project Manager Anthony Mugira preached that competition is the only path to developing the sector to great heights since a tune of  $7.1bn of contracts have been handed out for services in the Oil Sector ranging from camp management, drilling, waste management, and warehousing, among others.

Threeways Shipping Services (Group) Limited is a prominent logistics and transportation company headquartered in Uganda. The company has established itself as a key player in the logistics sector, especially through its significant involvement in major oil and gas projects in the region.

Recent Activities and Achievements

1. Tilenga Project Involvement:

   • Role: Threeways Shipping Services is playing a crucial role in the Tilenga project, operated by TotalEnergies, located in the Lake Albert region of Uganda. This project is one of the most significant developments in the area, aiming to produce approximately 1.4 billion barrels of crude oil over a minimum of 20 years.
   • Services Provided: The company is responsible for intra-field logistics, which includes the movement of equipment and materials, support for lifting operations, and providing manpower and logistics solutions. This involvement has made Threeways the first local Tier 1 provider to global clients like TotalEnergies and China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC)​ 

2. Contract Wins and Financial Recovery:

   • Contract Value: Over the next five years, Threeways Shipping Services has secured contracts worth about $50 million. These contracts are primarily for providing services to TotalEnergies and CNOOC on the Tilenga and Kingfisher oilfield projects.
   • Financial Turnaround: The company has successfully bounced back from a period of financial difficulties, marked by a slump in revenue due to various local and international challenges. This recovery is attributed to strategic contract wins and a focus on maintaining high standards in logistics and transportation services​

3. Environmental and Operational Excellence:

   • Sustainability Efforts: The Tilenga project aligns with TotalEnergies’ strategy of approving only low-cost and low-emission projects. Measures have been incorporated to limit greenhouse gas emissions, including the extraction of Liquefied Petroleum Gas and the solarization of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP).
   • Operational Assets: Threeways Shipping Services boasts a substantial fleet, including trucks, cranes, forklifts, and various support vehicles, 90% of which are dedicated to their oil and gas contracts. The company's expertise in heavy lifting and logistics has been a critical factor in their current success and ongoing operations​ (Sagarmala Gov In)​​

Strategic Vision and Future Prospects

Threeways Shipping Services (Group) Limited is focused on leveraging its current success to expand its operations further. The company aims to maintain its high standards and professional relationships, cherry-picking opportunities that align with its strategic goals. With a strong foundation in Uganda, there are plans to extend operations to other regions, such as Mombasa, to capitalize on new business opportunities.

Key Takeaway

Threeways Shipping Services (Group) Limited exemplifies resilience and strategic growth in the logistics sector. Their pivotal role in major oil and gas projects like Tilenga and Kingfisher underscores their capability and commitment to excellence. As they continue to navigate the evolving landscape of logistics and transportation, their focus on quality service and sustainable practices positions them well for future success.


 

MANTRAC Uganda Ltd. is the sole authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in Uganda with a head office located in Kampala. As part of the MANTRAC Group – the Caterpillar dealer in nine countries on three continents – we enjoy being part of such a large and focused organization. 

 

Our Products and Services
MANTRAC Uganda Ltd. offers new, rental and quality used Caterpillar equipment. The Caterpillar product line, consisting of more than 300 machines, sets the standard for productivity and durability. The product range includes but is not limited to; Hydraulic Excavators, Motor Graders, Backhoe Loaders, Tele-handlers, Soil Compactors, Skid-Steer loaders, Articulated Dump Trucks, Track-Type Tractors, Wheel Loaders, Track Loaders, Asphalt Pavers and Asphalt Compactors. 

As a leading Power-Systems supplier, MANTRAC Uganda Ltd. is committed to providing you with Electric Power Solutions to operate your business at maximum efficiency. waring operational costs and giving you the best return on investment. We offer CATERPILLAR generators ranging from 10 kVA to 7000 kVA, providing both primary and standby power.

MANTRAC Uganda Ltd. provides a complete range of CATERPILLAR Material-Handling equipment for manufacturing, industrial and commercial applications that require total Material-Handling solutions.

Product Support
MANTRAC Uganda Ltd. supplies genuine CATERPILLAR parts at competitive prices, protecting customers against unexpected downtime. We also provide original CAT lubricants, which reduce maintenance and ensure that components last longer. All CAT spare parts purchased from MANTRAC Uganda are guaranteed, genuine and carry the original caterpillar warranty. 

MANTRAC Uganda Ltd.’s expertise and technical resources are available throughout the entire lifetime of every product we supply. We also offer a wide range of Customer Value Agreements (CVAs), ensuring the comprehensive maintenance and repair of your equipment. 

Tilenga Project
In 2021, MANTRAC Uganda Limited provided all the machines required for bush clearing and grading the Drilling Support Base area within TILENGA region. This was part of the preliminary activities required for all site construction activities.

In February 2022, MANTRAC won a contract for the Supply, installation & maintenance of prime rated diesel engine generators (9MW) at Biliisa. These Generators were supplied to multiple LOTS within the Drilling Support Base, Bugungu, Buliisa Camp and Tangi Construction Support Base.


In April 2023, MANTRAC won a rental contract to Generate more than 10MW of Power once again at Buliisa. This power was meant for the temporary camp facility.

Equipment Supplied in Tilenga

  Drilling Support Base,
  4 x 1000KVA, 6 x 500KVA, 4 x 350KVA, 4 x 200KVA, 4 x 50KVA
  Temporary Camp Facility
  2 X 2000KVA, 1 x 1275KVA, 12 x 1000KVA, 19 x 500KVA 
  Tangi Construction Support Base
  650KVA, 4x400KVA, 2x250KVA, 10x15KVA , 1x100kva, 2x200KVA

 Some of the companies we have dealt with include TotalEnergies Ep Uganda B.V, McDERMOTT, Essar Infrastructure Uganda Ltd, ZPEB Uganda Company Ltd, Civtec Africa Limited, Mota-Engil, Cementers Uganda, COSL,        Schlumberger, Sarens, Daqing Oil, Excel Construction Ltd, CPP
Services offered in Tilenga
Bush clearing, Excavation, grading, land scaping.
Power Generation
Service and maintenance related works