Angola's Specialist in BS EN ISO 9712 NDT & CSWIP/BGAS Certification

Building Africa's
Globally Competent Workforce
Through Certification & Training

ARCO ANGOLA is Angola's specialist for BS EN ISO 9712 NDT and CSWIP/BGAS international certification, backed by a complete portfolio of supporting international training programmes.

10,000+Professionals Trained
8,000+Certifications Issued
25+Countries Served
200+Corporate Clients
21+Years of Experience
Certified NDT inspector performing field inspection
Signature Programme

BS EN ISO 9712:2022

Level I · Level II · Level III · VT · PT · MT · UT · RT · RTFI · PAUT · TOFD · ET · ACFM · AUT · PAUT · TOFD

International Certifications

CSWIP / BGAS Programs

TWI Welding & Coatings Programmes

ASNT NDT Programs

SNT-TC-1A Level II

ISO 9712 Certification Programmes

Level II & III Certification

ISO Lead Auditor Programs

15 Management System Standards

API Preparation Programs

API 510 · 570 · 653

HSE Training Programs

NEBOSH · IOSH · OSHA

Empowering Angola Through Competence, Integrity & Quality.

Angola's industrial future depends not only on technology and infrastructure, but on the competence of its people.

ARCO ANGOLA is committed to developing world-class professionals through Training, Certification, and Technical Competency Development.

Flag of Angola
Internationally Accredited

Our ISO Accreditations

Arco Angola holds three internationally recognised ISO management system certifications — independently audited and verified, the same standards required by global operators and clients across the energy and industrial sectors.

UAF Accredited

United Accreditation Foundation

IAF Recognized

International Accreditation Forum

Who Is This For?

Training for Every Goal

Certified industrial professional
Individual Professionals

Advance Your Career

Gain internationally recognised credentials that open doors in the global oil, gas, construction and industrial markets.

  • Globally recognised certifications
  • Increase your salary and market value
  • Structured career progression (Level 2 → 3)
  • Instructors with real industrial experience
View Courses for Professionals
Corporate compliance professional
Businesses & Enterprises

Build Compliance and Capacity

Upskill your local workforce, ensure regulatory compliance and strengthen your tender bids with certified teams.

  • ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 compliance
  • Certified local workforce
  • In-company training programmes available
  • Tender and audit ready
★ ISO Lead AuditorThe ISO Lead Auditor courses are uniquely structured for both individual professionals upgrading credentials AND businesses requiring organisational compliance.
Request Corporate Proposal
Industries We Serve

Industries We Serve

Oil & Gas
Oil & Gas
Power Generation
Power Generation
Petrochemical
Petrochemical
Fabrication & Manufacturing
Fabrication & Manufacturing
Marine & Offshore
Marine & Offshore
Construction & Infrastructure
Construction & Infrastructure
Why Arco Angola

Why Choose ARCO ANGOLA?

We serve both individual professionals and corporate clients — delivering internationally recognised certifications and tailored training solutions that meet the real demands of Angola's industrial sector.

Internationally Recognized Certifications

Our programmes are backed by globally respected bodies such as TWI-CSWIP, ASNT, API, ISO and HSE, giving learners and organisations credentials that are trusted across international markets.

Corporate Training Solutions

We design scalable training pathways for companies, including in-house delivery, workforce upskilling and organisational capability development aligned with project and compliance needs.

Industry-Experienced Faculty

Our instructors bring real-world technical and operational insight from oil & gas, construction and industrial environments, ensuring training stays practical and relevant.

Multilingual Delivery

We support learners in English, Portuguese and French, making high-quality certification and professional development accessible across Angola and the wider region.

Angola-Based Support

We provide local delivery, expert guidance and long-term support in Angola, helping clients and learners move confidently from training to recognised competence.

Quality Assurance & Proven Excellence

A consistent track record of rigorous quality control and high-standard training delivery, ensuring every certification we issue reflects real, verifiable competence.

Continuous Improvement

We constantly refine our programmes, processes and materials to stay ahead of evolving industry standards and the changing needs of our clients.

Safety & Integrity

We uphold the highest standards of safety, ethics and transparency in everything we do, building trust with every learner, client and partner.

Globally Accredited Programmes

What We Train

Every programme we deliver is backed by a globally recognised certification body — the same qualifications accepted on worksites and by employers worldwide, now available right here in Angola.

ISO 9712 certified NDT engineer
Signature Programme

BS EN ISO 9712

ISO 9712 Level 2 and Level 3 certification pathways across major technical methods — conventional techniques, advanced methods (PAUT, TOFD) and specialised courses including ACFM and Eddy Current. A trusted benchmark for professional competence.

Professional welder on pressure vessel
Signature Programme

CSWIP / BGAS

Internationally recognised welding and painting certification pathways from TWI — covering visual welding competence (CSWIP 3.0, 3.1, 3.2) and protective coatings expertise (BGAS Grade 1 & 2).

ISO Lead Auditor reviewing management system documentation
Signature Programme

ISO Management Systems

Corporate management systems development and Lead Auditor certification for ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 — building certified, audit-ready organisations and career-ready compliance professionals.

ISO Lead Auditor — One Programme, Two Pathways
Supporting Organizations
  • Enterprise Management System Development
  • Management System Awareness
  • Internal Auditor Development
  • Executive & Leadership Programs
  • Corporate Capacity Building
Supporting Professionals
  • Lead Auditor Certification
  • Internal Auditor Certification
  • Professional Development
  • International Career Advancement

One set of ISO standards, two pathways — the same expertise builds compliant organisations and certifies career-ready professionals.

International Certification Portfolio

Supported by a comprehensive portfolio of internationally accredited technical and management certification programmes.

ISO Lead AuditorISO Management SystemsASNTAPINEBOSHIOSHOSHACSP
Corporate training for businesses and organisations
Corporate & Business Solutions

Corporate Certification & Training Solutions

We partner with corporations, EPC contractors and industrial operators to deliver tailored in-company certification and training programmes. From ISO management system development to workforce capability building, we support certified, audit-ready teams that meet project, tender and regulatory requirements.

Request a Corporate Proposal
HSE training session for industrial safety professionals
Workplace Safety Programmes

Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Training

ARCO ANGOLA offers internationally recognized Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) training programs that help professionals build workplace safety competencies across Oil & Gas, Construction, Manufacturing, Marine, Energy, Infrastructure, and Industrial sectors.

NEBOSH occupational health and safety training
IOSH workplace safety training
OSHA industrial and construction safety training
CSP certified safety professional preparation

Why Choose ARCO ANGOLA?

Experienced Industry Instructors
Practical Industry-Focused Learning
International Best Practices
Oil & Gas Specialized Training
Corporate In-House Training
Flexible Training Schedules
Competency-Based Learning
Comprehensive Course Materials

ARCO ANGOLA provides training, preparation, and competency development programs. Certification examinations and credentials are awarded by the respective certification bodies or their authorized providers, where applicable.

Flagship Pillars

Flagship Training & Certification Pillars

We unite international management system capability with globally respected personnel certification pathways through two flagship pillars of ARCO ANGOLA.

Enterprise team reviewing management systems
For Organisations

Enterprise Management System Solutions

We help organisations strengthen governance, improve performance and build internal capability through internationally recognised ISO-based management system training and certification readiness programmes.

  • ISO 9001 · Quality Management
  • ISO 14001 · Environmental Management
  • ISO 45001 · Occupational Health & Safety
  • Corporate capacity building and certification readiness
Explore ISO Solutions
NDT professional at work
For Professionals

International Personnel Certification Solutions

We support individuals in building internationally recognised NDT and professional certification competence through structured pathways aligned to global qualification expectations.

  • BS EN ISO 9712:2022 personnel certification pathways
  • Core certification routes for VT, PT, MT, UT and RT
  • Advanced NDT competency development for experienced professionals
  • Career progression and workforce mobility support
Explore Certification Programmes

Supported by complementary programmes

CSWIPBGASASNTAPI · HSE · ISO Lead Auditor
Advanced NDT Competency

Advanced NDT Inspection Technology Programs

Specialised professional development pathways for experienced NDT professionals and technical teams seeking deeper capability in advanced inspection interpretation and emerging inspection technologies.

Advanced NDT lab and equipment

Specialist Programs Available on Request

These advanced programmes complement the core BS EN ISO 9712:2022 certification pathways and are designed for professionals who need deeper technical capability in data interpretation and advanced inspection techniques.

  • AUT Data Interpretation
  • PAUT Data Interpretation
  • TOFD Data Interpretation
  • Eddy Current Testing (Weld Inspection)
  • Eddy Current Testing (Tube Inspection)
  • Alternating Current Field Measurement (ACFM)

Why This Matters

These programmes support experienced professionals and employer-sponsored teams in expanding technical depth, improving inspection interpretation capability and strengthening project-ready competency.

Advanced interpretation for complex inspection scenarios

Specialised capability for technical and engineering teams

Supports career growth and advanced project delivery

Certified professional in a training environment
Course Catalogue

All Certifications

Filter by category to find the right course for your career or business need.

Signature focusISO 9712 Level II & IIICSWIP 3.1 · 3.2PAUT · TOFD · ACFM
NDT inspector on offshore oil platform
International Training & Certification

Training that builds global capability

ARCO ANGOLA delivers internationally recognised programmes in ISO management systems, professional certifications, and corporate learning for Angola's industrial workforce.

International CertificationsProfessional TrainingCorporate LearningCompetency Development
Explore Programmes
About Arco Angola

Who We Are

ARCO ANGOLA is Angola's leading provider of internationally recognised BS EN ISO 9712:2022 NDT Training & Personnel Certification and CSWIP/BGAS Inspection Certification, supported by a comprehensive portfolio of internationally accredited technical and management certification programmes.

We deliver structured learning pathways and certification excellence for individuals and companies across Angola's industrial sectors, supporting workforce capability, professional growth and organisational readiness in line with international expectations.

Our Identity

International Certification Excellence

Delivering globally recognised certification pathways across ISO, API, NDT, welding, HSE and professional development disciplines.

Professional Training Leadership

Supporting individuals and teams with structured learning, technical development and industry-focused capability building.

Corporate Competency Development

Helping organisations strengthen workforce readiness, compliance confidence and long-term performance through tailored training solutions.

Our Leadership

Leadership Team

Experienced leaders driving operational excellence, business growth and international standards across ARCO Angola.

Krishnakumar Manmathan

Krishnakumar Manmathan

Operations Partner

Leads technical operations, international training programs, and certification initiatives, ensuring operational excellence and compliance with global industry standards.

Key Credentials
  • B.E. Mechanical Engineer
  • BS EN ISO 9712:2022 – NDT Level III
  • CSWIP 3.2.2 – Senior Welding Inspector
  • TWI BGAS Grade 2/3 – Painting Inspector
  • ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor
Location
Luanda, Angola
Prathap Parthiban

Prathap Parthiban

Business Partner

Drives business development, strategic partnerships, and industrial training solutions across Angola while supporting technical excellence.

Key Credentials
  • B.Tech Mechanical Engineer
  • PCN Level III
  • Certified Technical Authority
  • Industrial Training & Certification Specialist
Location
Luanda, Angola
Abel Timoteo

Abel Timoteo

National Director

Oversees national operations, strengthens client relationships, and leads the execution of ARCO Angola's strategic initiatives throughout Angola.

Key Credentials
  • National Operations Leadership
  • Business Development
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Strategic Planning
Location
Luanda, Angola
Our Global Presence

Global Standards. Local Strength.

Serving clients across 25+ countries and 5 continents, with a deep regional focus on Angola and expanding reach across Africa and beyond.

Regional Focus

Deep focus on Africa, with strong presence in Angola and expansion across key regional markets.

AngolaNigeriaMozambiqueGhanaSouth AfricaAnd more

Local Strength

  • Local Presence
  • Local Expertise
  • Global Standards
  • Client Focused

Strategic Partnerships

Working with leading international bodies and industry organisations to deliver trusted, recognised solutions.

ISOIAFASNTTWICSWIPAPI

Building Angola's Future Through Competent People.

ARCO ANGOLA develops the inspectors, technicians, and industry professionals who strengthen quality, safety, integrity, and operational excellence across Angola's Oil & Gas, Energy, Construction, and Industrial sectors.

From Angola. To International Standards.