SinoTharwa is a high level cooperative project that took place between China and Egypt forming SinoTharwa Drilling Company as a petroleum services company. The company was established in September 2005 as a joint venture between Tharwa Petroleum Company and Chinese Sinopec Star Petroleum Company, a limited liability company that started with US$ 18 million capital divided equally.

In 2007, the company capital was raised to US$ 40 million and the Egyptian Natural Gas Holding Company (EGAS) Contributed into the joint venture. By the end of 2008, the company capital reached US$ 80 million distributed among Tharwa 30.6%, EGAS 19.4% and Sinopec Star 50%.

SinoTharwa is essentially a service company, providing support to oil & gas exploration companies, providing a range of different capacities of drilling and work over oil & gas rigs. In a short period from its establishment, SinoTharwa practiced a continuous grow and delivered strong service be one of the leading drilling companies in Egypt, recognized as the second drilling contractor in the Egyptian drilling market with market share 20%.

SinoTharwa rig fleet consists of 18 rigs distributed as 13 land drilling rigs and 4 work-over rigs, and the first offshore Jack-Up rig ST-Bahari-I which is described as a high specification rig and highest capacity among the other jack-up rigs in the local market, with capability to work in water depth up to 400 ft. Sino Tharwa is backed with its shareholders and supported by the effort of its qualified resources.

Sinotharwa Drilling Company

Sinotharwa Drilling Company's headquarters in Cairo, Egypt

Gamal ElKasrawi

Mohamed Alshimy

Amr Yehya

Taiseer Abobakr

Mostafa Metwally

Mohamed Sweed

Karim Lashen

Ahmed El Kholy

The Engineering and Technical Support team at SinoTharwa Drilling Company is responsible for ensuring the optimal performance and safety of drilling operations. This multidisciplinary team, comprising specialists in electrical and mechanical engineering, as well as QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment) professionals, provides technical expertise, maintenance oversight, and operational support for the rig fleet. They focus on innovative engineering solutions, routine inspections, and adherence to safety standards, enabling efficient and reliable drilling services in the oil and gas sector.

Engineering and Technical Support

The Logistics and Operations team at SinoTharwa Drilling Company ensures the efficient and timely management of resources and materials essential for drilling operations. This team coordinates the supply chain, oversees transportation logistics, and manages on-site operations to support drilling crews and equipment deployment, optimizing workflows and maintaining safety standards across all drilling sites.

Logistics and Operations

The Legal and Compliance team at SinoTharwa Drilling Company is responsible for ensuring adherence to legal standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies within the petroleum services sector. This team manages contracts, mitigates legal risks, oversees compliance with industry regulations, and ensures that operational practices align with both local and international legal frameworks. Additionally, they conduct internal audits to uphold the company's integrity and security measures.

Legal and Compliance

The Leadership Team at SinoTharwa Drilling Company is responsible for strategic decision-making and overall management of the company's operations. This team oversees project execution, ensures compliance with industry standards, and drives the company's growth and profitability in the competitive oil and gas sector. By leveraging their expertise and coordinating cross-functional efforts, they aim to enhance service delivery and maintain SinoTharwa's position as a leading drilling contractor in Egypt.

Sinotharwa Drilling Company

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Engineering and Technical Support

Logistics and Operations

Legal and Compliance

Leadership Team

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Sinotharwa Drilling Company

Org chart

Teams

Engineering and Technical Support

Logistics and Operations

Legal and Compliance

Leadership Team

Offices

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