PROJECT

New British Embassy & Residence
N’Djamena, Chad

New British Embassy & Residence, N’djamena, Chad

OSi were contracted to undertake the transformation of an unoccupied residential building and site into a high-quality Embassy & Residence.

The project’s primary objective involved the retention and comprehensive renovation of the existing residential house to establish a fully functioning Embassy office on the ground floor and an Ambassador’s Residence on the first floor.

Chad suffers from frequent power outages so two new generators were installed to meet the facility’s requirements and need for reliable power.

Mechanically, 30no. Split AC systems were installed, as well as a new water filtration plant room to supply clean water throughout the compound.

The logistical difficulties of being a landlocked nation in Africa, coupled with the harsh working conditions in an arid climate of Sub-Saharan Africa and the critical need for security, posed significant challenges.

The successful completion of the project was achieved through a partnership with an external safety and security provider as well as identifying useful and trustworthy local contacts, highlighting the importance of collaboration and forward planning on projects such as these.

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Project Details

Value: Foreign & Commonwealth Office
Value: £4m
Duration: 10 months

Project Highlights

Embassy and Residence Transformation: Converted an unoccupied residential building into a high-quality, fully functioning Embassy and Ambassador’s Residence.
Reliable Power Infrastructure: Installed two new generators to combat frequent power outages and ensure a consistent power supply.
Upgraded Mechanical Systems: Installed 30 new Split AC systems and a water filtration plant for a clean water supply.
Overcame Security and Logistical Hurdles: Successfully navigated security and logistical challenges in a landlocked, arid region of Africa.
Collaborative Project Delivery: The project was completed through collaboration with a security provider and local contacts, emphasizing the value of strategic partnerships.