Trusted Energy Advisory for the Hydrocarbon Value Chain

Hydrocarbon Exploration & Development Consultants Limited (HEDCL) delivers integrated technical, commercial and project advisory services across the upstream oil and gas lifecycle. We support asset owners, investors, regulators and operators with disciplined solutions that accelerate project delivery, strengthen investment decisions and maximize long-term asset value.

Why HEDCL

Deep Technical Authority

Subsurface, reservoir, facilities and project leadership from major IOC environments.

End-to-End Delivery

Integrated advisory from concept to execution.

Regulatory Intelligence

Strong alignment with NUPRC, PIA and Nigerian Content frameworks.

Commercial Discipline

Solutions grounded in value, risk and capital efficiency.

Local Capacity Development

Knowledge transfer and indigenous capability building.

About HEDCL

Hydrocarbon Exploration & Development Consultants Limited (HEDCL) is an independent energy consultancy providing integrated advisory services across exploration, development, production and asset transactions.

We support clients with technically rigorous, commercially resilient solutions that reduce uncertainty, optimize capital deployment and ensure regulatory compliance. Our leadership team brings over five decades of combined experience from Chevron and complex advisory mandates across the upstream sector.

Our Vision

To be the most trusted independent advisory firm for technically sound, commercially resilient hydrocarbon development.

Our Mission

To deliver technically rigorous, cost-efficient and regulator-aligned advisory services that maximize asset value, accelerate project delivery and de-risk investment decisions.

Our Core Values

Integrity Ethical conduct, transparency and confidentiality.
Technical Excellence International standards and disciplined engineering.
Safety & Sustainability Zero harm and responsible resource development.
Partnership Client-aligned delivery and long-term relationships.
Innovation Digital enablement and continuous improvement.
Nigerian Content Local capacity development and knowledge transfer.

Our Services

Our multidisciplinary teams deliver high-impact advisory services across the full hydrocarbon value chain.

Subsurface & Geoscience Advisory

End-to-end subsurface evaluation services supporting exploration maturation, development planning and brownfield optimization.

  • Basin screening and acreage ranking
  • Seismic interpretation (2D/3D)
  • Prospect generation and risking
  • Static reservoir modeling
  • Well planning support

Reservoir & Production Engineering

Reservoir engineering services that strengthen field performance, recovery efficiency and long-term production sustainability.

  • Reservoir surveillance
  • Decline curve and material balance analysis
  • Production forecasting
  • Recovery factor optimization
  • Redevelopment planning

Field Development Planning

Robust field development strategies aligned with regulatory expectations and commercial objectives.

  • Concept selection and scenario screening
  • Integrated FDP preparation
  • Facilities capacity optimization
  • Economic modeling and risk assessment
  • Regulatory submission support

Project Management & Engineering

Disciplined project execution through structured governance, cost control and technical assurance.

  • PMO setup and FEED coordination
  • Contractor evaluation
  • Schedule and cost management
  • Commissioning support
  • Digital project dashboards

Asset Transactions & Commercial Advisory

Independent technical insight for acquisitions, divestments and investment screening.

  • Technical due diligence
  • Reserves validation support
  • Data room preparation
  • Bid evaluation support
  • Portfolio screening

Regulatory, ESG & Local Content Advisory

Support for compliance, sustainability integration and stakeholder confidence.

  • NUPRC licensing support
  • Nigerian Content plans
  • ESG strategy alignment
  • Emissions management frameworks
  • Decommissioning concepts

Digital & Data Solutions

Enabling data-driven decision-making and secure digital operations.

  • Subsurface data management
  • Automation workflows
  • Cybersecurity advisory
  • Analytics dashboards
  • Technical documentation systems

Trusted by Industry Leaders

HEDCL supports indigenous operators, investors and national institutions.

Verteville Nigeria Limited
Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL)

Leadership

HEDCL is led by experienced professionals with international operating pedigree and deep market insight.

Reginald Onyirioha-Ofoegbu

Managing Director / Chief Technical Advisor

Distinguished subsurface and asset development leader with over 35 years of industry experience, including senior leadership roles at Chevron. Provides strategic oversight across subsurface evaluation, field development and capital investment decisions.

Philip Onyirioha-Ofoegbu

Reservoir & Digital Engineering Lead

Reservoir engineering and digital workflows specialist supporting analytics, surveillance, automation and technical documentation.

Patricia Ukawilu

Project Engineering & Delivery Director

PMP-certified project executive with extensive experience delivering complex capital and digital transformation projects.

Governance, HSE & Sustainability

HEDCL operates under strong governance principles, prioritizing safety, integrity, data protection and responsible development.

Health, Safety & Environment

We operate a zero-harm philosophy supported by hazard identification, risk management, emergency preparedness and continuous improvement.

Quality Management

We apply structured quality management systems to ensure consistency, traceability and continuous improvement.

Data Protection & Cybersecurity

We protect client data through secure systems, access control and cybersecurity best practices aligned with international standards.

Ethics & Anti-Corruption

We maintain zero tolerance for bribery, corruption and unethical conduct.

ESG & Sustainability

We integrate emissions management, community engagement and responsible resource development into all advisory mandates.

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Let's discuss how HEDCL can support your next project.

Get in Touch

We welcome inquiries about our services and potential collaborations.

Address

Lagos, Nigeria

Phone

+234 915 532 7550

Email

info@hedcl.com