Corporate Compliance, Governance, and Regulatory adherence

Invera Engineering operates under a rigid and comprehensive governance framework that is meticulously designed to ensure full alignment with the statutory laws, regulatory requirements, and engineering standards of the jurisdictions in which we operate, specifically within the West African energy sector. We acknowledge the supremacy of local content laws and the directives issued by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), ensuring that every facet of our operational execution complies with the specific mandates governing exploration, production, and asset integrity management. This commitment extends beyond mere bureaucratic adherence; it involves a proactive engagement with the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) and the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) to guarantee that our technical deliverables not only meet but exceed the statutory benchmarks for professional practice. Our legal department continuously monitors the evolving legislative landscape to ensure that our corporate policies remain agile and responsive to new enactments, thereby mitigating regulatory risk for our clients. By strictly enforcing a culture of lawful operation, we provide our stakeholders with the assurance that all engineering activities—from front-end design to complex well construction—are executed within a legally sound perimeter that protects capital investment and ensures the long-term validity of operational licenses and permits.

The preservation of human life, the protection of physical assets, and the stewardship of the environment form the non-negotiable core of our compliance obligations, grounded in a philosophy that prioritizes safety above commercial gain. We strictly adhere to the rigorous standards set forth by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), specifically maintaining compliance with ISO 45001 for Occupational Health and Safety and ISO 14001 for Environmental Management Systems. Our legal and operational frameworks compel us to exercise a heightened duty of care across all project sites, ensuring that every employee, contractor, and visitor is protected from foreseeable harm through the implementation of robust hazard identification and risk assessment protocols. This obligation is contractually binding in our service agreements, where we assume full accountability for implementing the “Zero Harm” policy that governs our field operations. Furthermore, our environmental compliance strategy involves detailed impact assessments and waste management protocols that adhere to international best practices, ensuring that our footprint is minimized and that we remain fully compliant with all environmental protection laws, thereby insulating our clients from the legal and reputational liabilities associated with ecological negligence or industrial accidents.

We maintain an unwavering commitment to the highest ethical standards, enforcing a zero-tolerance policy regarding bribery, corruption, and fraud in all business dealings, consistent with global anti-corruption frameworks such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and the UK Bribery Act. Invera Engineering conducts its business with absolute transparency and integrity, requiring all employees, supply chain partners, and subcontractors to sign and adhere to our strict Code of Business Conduct and Ethics. This compliance structure is designed to prevent conflicts of interest and to ensure that all procurement and tendering processes are conducted on a level playing field, devoid of improper influence or kickbacks. We have established rigorous internal controls and audit mechanisms to monitor financial transactions and operational decisions, ensuring they stand up to the scrutiny of external auditors and regulatory bodies. By fostering a corporate culture that encourages whistleblowing and protects those who report misconduct, we actively dismantle the mechanisms of corruption that plague the industry, positioning Invera Engineering as a trusted, ethical partner capable of navigating complex international compliance landscapes without compromising on moral or legal integrity.

Our approach to quality assurance and technical delivery is governed by a legally binding commitment to the “Standard of Care” expected of a top-tier engineering consultancy, ensuring that our solutions are fit for purpose and free from material defects. We operate a Quality Management System (QMS) that is fully aligned with ISO 9001 standards, which serves as the backbone of our contractual warranty obligations to our clients. This compliance with quality standards is not voluntary but is embedded into the legal terms of our engagement, providing our clients with recourse and protection regarding the reliability and performance of the assets we design, install, or maintain. We meticulously document every stage of the engineering lifecycle, from initial feasibility studies to final commissioning, creating a traceable audit trail that verifies compliance with American Petroleum Institute (API) specifications and other relevant industry codes. This dedication to technical compliance ensures that we limit professional liability by adhering to proven methodologies, thereby safeguarding our clients’ infrastructure against premature failure and ensuring that all warranties and insurance policies remain valid and enforceable throughout the operational life of the asset.

In the digital age, the safeguarding of intellectual property, proprietary data, and sensitive corporate information is a critical component of our compliance architecture, governed by strict non-disclosure agreements and data protection laws. We recognize that the engineering solutions and reservoir data entrusted to us by our clients represent significant commercial value, and we treat this information with the highest degree of confidentiality and security. Our data governance policies are compliant with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) and align with global General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) principles, ensuring that personal and corporate data is processed, stored, and transferred securely. We have implemented robust cybersecurity measures and legal protocols to prevent unauthorized access, data breaches, or industrial espionage, ensuring that our clients’ trade secrets remain protected. Furthermore, we respect the intellectual property rights of third parties and technology partners, ensuring that all software, patents, and proprietary technologies utilized in our projects are properly licensed and legally authorized. This comprehensive approach to information governance builds a fortress of trust around our operations, allowing our clients to collaborate with us openly, knowing that their strategic assets and legal rights are vigorously defended against infringement and compromise.