Indian Forging Supplier — Nigeria, West Africa

Forging Supplier Nigeria | Indian Forgings for NLNG, Dangote Refinery, NNPC | Shivam Forge

Shivam Forge supplies EN 10204 3.1 and API-certified precision hot forgings to Nigeria — serving NLNG Bonny Island LNG, Dangote Refinery Lekki (Africa's largest at 650,000 bbl/day), NNPC upstream, Shell Nigeria, TotalEnergies Nigeria, Chevron Nigeria deepwater. CIF Apapa (Lagos) and Port Harcourt transit time 18–22 days from Mundra/JNPT. Indian forgings priced 30–40% below European and North American alternatives with full EN 10204 3.1 material traceability. HS 7326.19 CIF Nigeria, 5-day Nigeria Customs TForm clearance. ISO 9001:2015 and API Q1 certified manufacturer from Rajkot, Gujarat.

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650,000

bbl/day — Dangote Refinery Capacity

22 MTPA

NLNG Bonny Island LNG Export

30–40%

Savings vs European Forging Suppliers

18–22 Days

CIF Apapa (Lagos) Sea Transit

Nigeria's Fastest-Growing Industry Demands Precision Forgings

Nigeria is sub-Saharan Africa's largest economy and the continent's top oil producer, with crude output exceeding 1.5 million bbl/day from the Niger Delta. The Dangote Refinery at Lekki Free Zone — the world's largest single-train refinery at 650,000 bbl/day capacity — is sourcing billions of dollars of process equipment, valves, pumps and structural forgings. NLNG Bonny Island, a 22 MTPA LNG export facility and joint venture between NNPC (49%), Shell (25.6%), TotalEnergies (15%) and ENI (10.4%), requires continuous MRO supplies of forged flanges (ASME B16.5 Class 600–2500), valve bodies (API 6D), and pressure vessel nozzle forgings. The NNPC/TotalEnergies Egina deepwater FPSO (200,000 bbl/day) and Shell's deepwater Bonga (225,000 bbl/day) produce for export, creating demand for NACE MR0175 sour service forgings in 4130, 4140, and Super Duplex 2507. Shivam Forge is well-positioned as an ISO 9001:2015 and API Q1-registered manufacturer with full EN 10204 3.1 3.2 mill certificates. Our CIF Apapa and CIF Port Harcourt service delivers in 18–22 sea days from Indian west coast ports. DHL/FedEx air freight available for urgent small MRO lots within 5–7 days.

Nigeria Energy Sector — Key Clients Served

NLNG Bonny Island — 22 MTPA LNG Terminal

Forged flanges ASME B16.5 Class 600–2500, valve bodies API 6D, pressure vessel nozzle forgings in ASTM A182 F316L and Duplex F51 for cryogenic LNG service. Full EN 10204 3.1 material traceability, PED 2014/68/EU documentation for Shell/TotalEnergies procurement.

Dangote Refinery Lekki — 650,000 bbl/day Refinery

Africa's largest refinery sourcing API 6A/6D forged valve bodies, ASME B16.5 flanges (Class 150–2500), pump casing forgings in ASTM A105 and A182 F11/F22 Cr-Mo. Hydrocracker and CDU/VDU column nozzle forgings in P22 (2.25Cr-1Mo).

NNPC — Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation Upstream

Wellhead and Xmas tree components in API 6A 15,000 psi PSL3, H2S service forgings per NACE MR0175/ISO 15156, drill collar adaptors in AISI 4145H modified. Supply to NNPC E&P assets across Niger Delta and deepwater OML blocks.

Shell Nigeria — Bonga & Forcados FPSO Operations

Deepwater FPSO (OML 118 Bonga — 225,000 bbl/day) MRO forgings: subsea valve bodies in Super Duplex 2507 (UNS S32750), tubing hanger forgings, ESD valve bodies in API 6A PR2. Air freight MRO service within 5–7 days for critical production operations.

TotalEnergies Nigeria — Egina FPSO Deepwater

OML 130 Egina FPSO (200,000 bbl/day) — subsea tree forgings, Xmas tree valve bodies in Super Duplex 2507, manifold closure forgings in 625 Alloy (UNS N06625). TotalEnergies Category III forging qualification supported with PPAP documentation.

Chevron Nigeria — Agbami FPSO & OBC Infrastructure

Agbami FPSO (OML 127/128 — 250,000 bbl/day): subsea manifold and jumper forgings, gas compression train components in 4140 Q+T, cooling water pump casing forgings in Duplex 2205. DIN EN ISO 9001:2015 and API Q1 certificates supplied.

Standards & Certifications for Nigerian Market

API 6A PR2 — High-Pressure Wellhead Forgings

15,000 psi rated forged valve bodies, gate valves, choke bodies and Christmas tree components with API 6A Product Specification Level 3 (PSL3), meeting Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) requirements.

NACE MR0175/ISO 15156 — H2S Sour Service

Niger Delta sour crude service forgings in 4130 (22 HRC max), 4140 modified, and C-276 Nickel Alloy (UNS N10276). Material hardness control, SSRT testing, and wet H2S resistance per NACE TM0177 standard.

ASME B16.5 Class 150–2500 — Piping Flanges

Full range of weld neck, slip-on, blind, and socket weld flanges in ASTM A105 (carbon steel), A182 F11/F22 (Cr-Mo alloy), F316/F316L (stainless), and Duplex F51/F60. EN 10204 3.1 mill test reports for all materials.

DIN ISO 9001:2015 & API Q1 — Quality Management

API Q1 9th Edition quality management system covering forging, heat treatment, machining, NDE, and final inspection. Full MTC dossier: chemical analysis, mechanical properties, heat treatment records, dimensional report, NDE report (UT/MT/PT/RT).

Logistics — CIF Apapa & Port Harcourt Service

CIF Apapa (Lagos) — 18–22 Days Sea Transit

Main gateway for Nigerian imports. Container and breakbulk cargo from Mundra or JNPT to Apapa Container Terminal (APMT Apapa). India–Nigeria: 18–22 sea days. Full CIF insurance and customs documentation (Form M, PAAR, combined certificate of value and origin).

CIF Port Harcourt — 20–25 Days for Niger Delta

Direct routing to Port Harcourt for Niger Delta oil base supply to NLNG Bonny Island, Shell/TotalEnergies operations. Breakbulk or FCL 20'/40' containers. Tin Can Island port alternative for Lagos. SON SONCAP product certificate handled.

Air Freight — 5–7 Days for Urgent MRO

Emergency MRO lots dispatched via Mumbai/Delhi–Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport within 5–7 days. Consolidation service for small lots under 500 kg. All NAFDAC, SON, and NCS import requirements supported with pre-arrival documentation.

HS Code 7326.19 & ETLS Classification

Indian forgings exported under HS 7326.19 (other steel articles) with ECOWAS Trade Liberalisation Scheme (ETLS) Form A certificate. Nigeria applies 5–10% import duty on forged components; Indian exporters remain competitive at 30–40% lower ex-works prices.

Nigeria's Fastest-Growing Industry Demands Precision Forgings

Nigeria is Africa's most important hydrocarbon economy, and its industrial forging demand is being reshaped by two mega-projects: the Dangote Refinery at Lekki Free Zone — the world's largest single-train crude oil refinery at 650,000 barrels per day — and the NLNG Bonny Island LNG complex, operating at 22 MTPA annual export capacity as one of the world's top five LNG exporters. Together, these facilities require millions of tonnes of process equipment, piping components, valves, pumps, and structural forgings annually. Shivam Forge, certified to ISO 9001:2015 and API Q1 (9th Edition), manufactures precision hot forgings for both facilities: ASME B16.5 Class 150–2500 flanges in ASTM A105 and A182 F316L, API 6A/6D valve bodies for 5,000–15,000 psi service, and pump casing forgings in Duplex 2205 and Super Duplex 2507 (UNS S32750). All products ship CIF Apapa (Lagos) on 18–22 day transit from Mundra port, India.

The Niger Delta's prolific deepwater fields — Shell Bonga (OML 118, 225,000 bbl/day), TotalEnergies Egina FPSO (OML 130, 200,000 bbl/day), and Chevron Agbami FPSO (OML 127/128, 250,000 bbl/day) — produce some of the world's highest-value crude for export, and their FPSO operations demand continuous MRO supply of sour service forgings. Shivam Forge manufactures H2S-resistant forgings per NACE MR0175/ISO 15156: wellhead valve bodies in 4130 and 4140 alloy steel (controlled to 22 HRC maximum hardness), Christmas tree components in API 6A PSL3 for 15,000 psi rated service, and subsea manifold closure forgings in Alloy C-276 (UNS N10276) for the most corrosive production environments. For critical MRO requirements, we offer 5–7 day air freight service from Mumbai to Lagos. All forgings ship with complete material dossiers: chemical analysis, mechanical properties, Charpy impact values at test temperature, heat treatment records, dimensional inspection reports, and NDE reports (UT, MT, PT as applicable).

NNPC's upstream portfolio spans over 80 oil mining leases (OMLs) across the Niger Delta and deep offshore, producing 1.3–1.5 million bbl/day total. The NNPC/Aramco joint venture at the Kaduna Refinery and the Port Harcourt Old Refinery rehabilitation programmes are creating new demand for refinery-grade forgings: hydrocracker feed/effluent exchanger nozzle forgings in P22 (2.25Cr-1Mo) and P91 (9Cr-1Mo-V) chrome-moly alloy, atmospheric distillation column bottom forgings in ASTM A336 F91, and FCC regenerator manway forgings in ASTM A182 F347H (stabilized austenitic stainless). Shivam Forge holds the complete material qualification data for all chrome-moly grades including impact testing at 0°C and PWHT simulation per API 934-A guidelines. CIF Port Harcourt service brings forgings directly to the Niger Delta's industrial base without transshipment through Lagos.

Shivam Forge's competitive advantage in the Nigerian market rests on three pillars: price (30–40% below European and American suppliers on a CIF Lagos basis), documentation completeness (EN 10204 3.1 mill certificates, SON SONCAP product certificates, NAFDAC compliance where applicable, and pre-shipment inspection via Bureau Veritas or Intertek), and technical depth (API Q1 quality management system, in-house spectrometry, ultrasonic testing, magnetic particle testing, and mechanical testing laboratory). Nigeria's import regime applies HS 7326.19 at 5–10% import duty; with Indian ex-works prices 35–45% below German/Italian equivalents, Shivam Forge forgings remain 25–35% cheaper even after all local taxes and port charges. Contact our export team at +91-9265772827 for CIF Apapa and Port Harcourt quotations, supported by our Nigerian freight forwarding partners for Form M, PAAR, and SONCAP processing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Shivam Forge supply to the Dangote Refinery in Nigeria?

Yes. Shivam Forge supplies ASME B16.5 flanges, API 6D valve bodies, and pump casing forgings suitable for the Dangote Refinery Lekki processes. We provide EN 10204 3.1 mill certificates and full MTR documentation packages that meet Dangote procurement standards. Contact us for a supply quotation.

What is the transit time from India to Apapa Lagos port?

Sea transit from Mundra or JNPT (Mumbai) to Apapa Container Terminal (Lagos) is 18–22 days. We offer CIF Apapa Incoterms including all freight, marine insurance, and export documentation. For urgent requirements, air freight to Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport takes 5–7 days.

Can you supply NACE MR0175 sour service forgings for Niger Delta operations?

Yes. We supply H2S sour service forgings in AISI 4130, 4140 modified (22 HRC max), and C-276 Nickel Alloy (UNS N10276) per NACE MR0175/ISO 15156. Hardness certificates, SSRT test reports, and wet H2S resistance documentation are provided with every batch.

What API certifications does Shivam Forge hold for Nigerian oil sector supply?

Shivam Forge holds API Q1 9th Edition certification covering the full forging and machining process. We manufacture API 6A PSL3 (15,000 psi) Christmas tree and wellhead components, API 6D pipeline valve bodies, and API 674/675 pump casing forgings for Nigerian upstream and downstream operations.

What materials are you supplying for NLNG Bonny Island LNG service?

For NLNG cryogenic service, we supply forgings in ASTM A182 F316L (for -196°C service), Duplex F51 (high-strength), and Nickel 9% (A352 LCB/LC3) for very low temperature service. All materials come with EN 10204 3.1 mill certificates and Charpy impact test results at -196°C.

How do you handle Nigerian Customs SON SONCAP certification?

We work with Bureau Veritas and Intertek Nigeria-approved testing labs to provide SON SONCAP Product Certificates for all regulated forged products entering Nigeria. Pre-shipment inspection (PSI) and PAAR (Pre-Arrival Assessment Report) documentation are handled by our freight forwarding partners.

What is the typical price saving compared to European forging suppliers for Nigeria?

Indian forgings from Shivam Forge are typically 30–40% lower than European (German, Italian, French) forging suppliers on a CIF Lagos basis. This includes sea freight, insurance, and all export documentation. Even after Nigerian import duties (5–10%), total landed cost remains 25–35% below European alternatives.

Do you supply to deepwater FPSO operations like Egina or Bonga?

Yes. For deepwater FPSO service, we supply subsea valve bodies in Super Duplex 2507 (UNS S32750), tubing hanger forgings in Alloy 625 (UNS N06625), and ESD valve bodies per API 6A PR2 with full qualification documentation meeting TotalEnergies and Shell Category III supplier requirements.

Why Choose Shivam Forge

Trusted forging manufacturer — Rajkot, Gujarat

Shivam Forge delivers precision hot-forged components from our integrated Shapar, Rajkot facility — covering forging, CNC machining, heat treatment, and quality inspection under one roof.

  • Hot forging from quality alloy steel billets (42CrMo4, C45, EN8, SS316L)
  • In-house CNC/VMC machining to drawing — ±0.05mm tolerances
  • Heat treatment — normalizing, hardening, tempering, annealing
  • CMM inspection and full EN 10204 3.1 material certification
  • Custom OEM forging from customer drawings — PPAP/ISIR available
  • Fast export from Mundra Port — CIF worldwide, FOB India
  • Export expertise — Europe, Middle East, Americas, Asia-Pacific