Drydocks World has finalised the full conversion and integration of the EMEM Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessel.
The sailaway ceremony at Drydocks World on 8 November was attended by key figures, including Captain Rado Antolovic, PhD, CEO of Drydocks World; Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri, PhD, Honourable Minister of State (Oil), Federal Republic of Nigeria; and Dr Muhammadu Indimi, OFR, Chairman of Oriental Energy Resources Limited.
A DP World company, Drydocks World operates a global integrated logistics and supply chain network across Africa and beyond.
At its Dubai facility, the company carried out a comprehensive refurbishment and conversion of the vessel, which included major structural modifications, full marine system upgrades, and the installation and integration of 19 topside production and utility modules, transforming the former oil tanker into a fully operational offshore production unit.
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Captain Rado Antolovic, CEO of Drydocks World, said: “The EMEM FPSO represents a powerful convergence of global engineering excellence and local ambition. The project reflects Drydocks World’s ability to deliver technically rigorous offshore infrastructure while building capabilities that matter most to energy-producing nations like Nigeria.
“From its inception, the EMEM FPSO required precision, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and unwavering commitment. We are proud to hand over an asset that meets the highest international standards and reflects Nigeria’s aspirations for energy independence and sustainable growth across Africa.”
Commissioned by World Carrier Corporation (WCC) on behalf of Oriental Energy Resources Limited (OERL), the EMEM FPSO will support production at Nigeria’s offshore Petroleum Mining Lease 15.
Once operational, the FPSO will process up to 70,000 barrels of total liquids per day, manage roughly 15 million standard cubic feet of gas daily, and store up to 1 million barrels of crude oil.
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Designed to operate continuously for up to 15 years without drydocking, production is expected to begin in Q1 2026.
The vessel was officially named in December 2024 during a ceremony at Drydocks World attended by Nigeria’s Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, alongside senior government, industry, and partner representatives.
The event highlighted the project’s strategic role in boosting Nigeria’s offshore production capabilities and industrial development.
For more information:
Drydocks World – https://www.drydocks.gov.ae/
