"Dry docks" Handover of the floating production unit "Emem" To support the Nigerian offshore energy sector
Dubai, 8 November / WAM / Drydocks World, a subsidiary of the Dubai Ports World Group, DP World, announced the completion of the complete conversion and integration process of the floating production, storage and offloading unit (FPS) “EMIM”, and its delivery as a major offshore facility to support production operations in the “Okwok” oil field, in line with Nigeria’s goals aimed at developing its capabilities in the energy sector and promoting self-sufficiency.
Today, Drydocks World’s facilities in Dubai witnessed the launching ceremony of the unit, which is a ship-shaped marine facility, in the presence of Captain Dr. Radu Antolović, CEO of Drydocks World, and Dr. Muhammadu Indimi, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Oriental Energy Resources Ltd. (OERL).
Drydocks World carried out a comprehensive refit and conversion of the Emim ship at its facility in Dubai.
The project included major structural modifications, a complete modernization of marine systems, and the installation and integration of 19 production units and operating facilities in the upper deck, transforming the former oil tanker into a fully integrated, highly efficient marine production unit.
Captain Dr. Rado Antolovic, CEO of Drydocks World, said that EMIM represents a model that combines global engineering excellence with local ambition, and this project embodies Drydocks World’s ability to manage and implement major marine projects according to the highest technical standards, and build the most important capabilities needed by energy-producing countries like Nigeria.
The project was completed and commissioned by World Carrier Corporation, on behalf of Oriental Energy Resources Limited, to contribute to supporting production operations in the Ukok oil field, located within the offshore oil exploitation license in the territorial waters of Nigeria.
When it becomes operational, EMIM will be able to process up to 70,000 barrels of total liquids per day, handle about 15 million standard cubic feet of gas per day, and store up to one million barrels of crude oil.
The unit is designed to operate continuously for up to 15 years without the need for dry docking, and production operations are scheduled to begin in the first quarter of 2026.
The ship “Amem” was officially named during a ceremony held in December 2024 at the Drydocks World facilities in Dubai, in the presence of the Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, and prominent government officials and representatives of the sector and partners. The event emphasized the strategic role of the project in enhancing Nigeria’s capabilities in marine production and developing its broader industrial structure.
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