Our focus regions

Middle East and Africa

Dot map of the Middle East and Africa. The MFT focus markets are highlighted in gold.
  • MFT focus markets
  • Other markets in the region

Middle East

Access to established energy markets and major operators.

UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman and Iraq

Africa

Unlocking opportunities across established and emerging energy markets.

Angola, Nigeria, Mozambique, Namibia and other selected markets

Africa

Africa offers opportunities across oil and gas production, processing, infrastructure and new energy developments. MFT targets selected markets, including Angola, Nigeria, Mozambique, Namibia and other countries where international technologies can address specific operational and project requirements.

We help manufacturers evaluate market potential, identify suitable customers and commercial partners, and establish practical routes to market.

Middle East

MFT focuses on opportunities across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman and Iraq, helping manufacturers understand individual market requirements, navigate vendor qualification processes and develop relationships with operators and EPC contractors.

Our approach considers local-content requirements, approved vendor procedures, competitive positioning and the commercial realities of each market.

Our customers

Connecting manufacturers with the organisations shaping the energy industry. MFT's market development activities focus on four principal customer groups:

  • National Oil Companies (NOCs): Vendor qualification, technology acceptance and strategic account development.
  • International Oil Companies (IOCs): Technical engagement, product positioning and project opportunities.
  • Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) Contractors: Supplier qualification, specification development and equipment procurement opportunities.
  • Energy Operators & Industrial Customers: Long-term equipment supply, installed-base development and aftermarket opportunities.

Our approach

Local insight. Global technology. Lasting partnerships.

Every market has its own technical standards, procurement processes, commercial structures and localisation requirements. MFT combines regional experience with a structured market-entry approach, helping manufacturers prioritise the right opportunities, minimise barriers to entry and build sustainable business relationships.

Our focus is not simply entering new markets, but establishing a lasting commercial presence within them.

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