In the dynamic and high-risk world of offshore oil and gas, subsea engineering represents one of the most complex and demanding disciplines.
From installations at extreme ocean depths to managing projects in unpredictable environments, the challenges are vast.
Yet, CFI Engineering Services has emerged as a trusted global player—pioneering solutions to some of the industry’s toughest subsea challenges while expanding its footprint across Africa and Europe under visionary leadership.
For over thirteen years, CFI Engineering Services has delivered cutting-edge offshore and onshore solutions in Nigeria, the United Kingdom, and Mainland Europe.
The company is widely recognized for its world-class consultancy and project execution capabilities, ranging from conceptual design, method statements, and preliminary assessments to subsea project engineering, oil and gas field development, and full-scale project management.
Its reputation as a reliable technical partner continues to attract both local and international clients.
What sets CFI apart is its ability to address subsea problems often deemed too complex or costly by others. “Our piece of the puzzle may seem simple, but it is critical.
We are often entrusted with delivering the final experience for end users as projects conclude.
At CFI, quality outcomes don’t happen by chance—they happen because we work together,” the company notes. This philosophy underscores CFI’s core values of Efficiency, Safety, and Innovation Excellence, guiding every project from start to finish.
Operating through a global-local model, CFI combines international expertise with local partnerships, ensuring tailored solutions that balance technical innovation with contextual realities.
This approach not only guarantees precision and sustainability but also empowers clients with sector-specific knowledge at every stage of project delivery.
Engr. Victor N. Ikem, Founder and Executive Director of CFI Engineering Services, highlights the company’s mission:
“Subsea engineering demands both mastery and creativity. At CFI, we don’t just deliver projects—we anticipate challenges, innovate solutions, and set new benchmarks for the industry. Our role is to connect global expertise with local realities, creating outcomes that advance both our clients and the broader energy sector.”
Under Ikem’s leadership, CFI has consistently designed, built, and executed top-quality subsea facilities that meet the growing demands of the energy industry. The company’s track record speaks to a culture of excellence, adaptability, and long-term client value creation.
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Leadership at the Core
CFI’s success is anchored by the strong leadership of its founder, Engr. Victor N. Ikem, who brings nearly two decades of experience in subsea engineering, topside applications, modular drilling facility upgrades, and deep-water field development projects. Having worked with leading global energy companies across Africa and Europe, Victor is recognized for his ability to drive projects that balance safety, innovation, and commercial value.
His credentials reflect a unique blend of technical mastery and strategic foresight. He is a COREN-certified engineer in Nigeria, a Chartered Marine Engineer (CEng, CMarEng), and an active member of prestigious professional institutions, including the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST), the Engineering Council UK, and the Nigerian Society of Engineers.
Victor’s academic background is equally distinguished, with a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering (University of Lagos), an MSc in Structural Engineering (Imperial College London), and executive training in Data Science & Machine Learning (MIT) as well as Blockchain Strategy (Oxford University’s Saïd Business School).
As the global energy sector faces increasing complexity, CFI Engineering Services continues to set itself apart as a pioneer of subsea innovation. With a commitment to safety, collaboration, and excellence, the company is not only solving today’s engineering challenges but also shaping the future of offshore projects across Africa, Europe, and beyond.
