Who we are

Arco Group Plc is a leading oil and gas servicing firm with 45 years’ experience in the Nigerian Oil and Gas industry. The Group offers local partnership solutions that deliver outstanding service through an exceptional team of over 1,000 indigenous employees. Our impressive local capability is stimulated by the expertise of reputable global partners and complemented with strong Nigerian Capital Investment. As well as satisfying our clients and shareholders, our long-term goals focus on effectively supporting the Nigerian economy and generating valuable Nigerian jobs.

As part of ARCO’s roadmap to growth, we remain committed to enhancing our operational footprint. The ARCO Group organization is supported by offices in Lagos, Warri, Port Harcourt (Nigeria) and London (UK), making us uniquely positioned to provide world-class services to our clients in a socially responsible manner.

The Group currently executes contracts in the energy sector through the following subsidiaries:

ARCO Maintenance and Engineering Limited (AMEL)

ARCO Marine & Oilfield Services Limited (AMOS)

ARCO Integrity Solutions Limited (APSL)

ARCO Worldwide Services Limited (AWSL)

Our History

Founded in 1980 as a Family Business, Arco Group Plc began as Arco Petrochemical Engineering Co. Ltd., representing Nuovo Pignone SPA in Nigeria. At the time, Nuovo Pignone—a state-owned Italian company—was a leading manufacturer of crude oil pumps, gas compressors, and turbines.

In 1999, after Nuovo Pignone was acquired by General Electric (GE), Arco maintained a collaborative relationship with GE’s Oil & Gas Division, specializing and excelling in maintenance engineering within Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. As the company continued to grow, it transitioned to Arco Petrochemical Engineering Co. Plc on June 24, 2010, reflecting an increase in shareholders.

To support its steadily expanding business portfolio, the company was restructured, becoming Arco Group Plc on September 11, 2014. This shift aligned with Arco's strategic diversification beyond maintenance engineering, encompassing marine logistics, pipeline and facility inspection, and energy solutions.

Looking forward, Arco plans to diversify into: Oil & Gas asset acquisition and operation, Power, Agriculture, Logistics & Transportation, Real Estate & Hospitality, Technology and Financial Services among other interests, further enhancing the group’s potential for sustainable growth, driven by vision and innovation.

Today, with over 45 years of operational expertise, Arco Group Plc has evolved from a founder-led enterprise into a group of independently managed subsidiaries, lead by dedicated professionals. Each subsidiary operates autonomously, contributing to Arco’s consolidated financial statements. This governance model underscores Arco's commitment to operational excellence and sustained growth.

Our Mission

Powering progress through quality solutions.

Our Vision

To be the leader in the solutions we provide.

Our Core Values

Innovation

We are committed to forward-thinking solutions, always embracing new ideas and technologies to bring exceptional value to our clients and industry.

Respect

We value people, communities, and the environment, ensuring our actions contribute positively wherever we operate.

Integrity

Trust is at the core of our business. We uphold transparency and ethics in all our dealings, building reliable relationships with clients, partners, and employees.

Safety

Safety comes first in everything we do. We are dedicated to ensuring secure operations, protecting our team, clients, and the environment.

Excellence

We pursue the highest standards in every aspect of our work, striving for quality, precision, and continuous improvement.

Resilience

We are built to thrive through challenges, adapting and evolving to meet the needs of our industry and the future.