KOTUG International Signs Major Contract for Greater Tortue Ahmeyim Project: A Boost for Marine Services in West Africa
In an exciting development for the energy sector, Dutch marine services provider KOTUG International has secured a pivotal contract from BP to deliver marine services for the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) project, which spans the offshore realms of Mauritania and Senegal. This partnership is poised to enhance the operational capabilities of one of Africa’s most ambitious subsea projects.
KOTUG International, in collaboration with its local Senegalese partner Maritalia S.A., has been awarded a long-term fixed-term contract replete with extension options. The combination of KOTUG’s expertise and Maritalia’s local knowledge positions this project for success in what will be one of Africa’s deepest subsea developments. Under this contract, KOTUG will deploy a fleet of four RAstar 32m azimuthing stern drive (ASD) tugboats that meet the strict IMO Tier-III compliance standards. These vessels will be instrumental in supporting operations at the offshore Hub Terminal, Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG), and Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) facilities.
Ard-Jan Kooren, President and CEO of KOTUG, expressed enthusiasm about this partnership, stating, “We are honored to be selected for this prestigious project and to partner with Maritalia to provide essential marine services for the GTA gas project. This aligns with our substantial experience in delivering services for FLNG projects, and we are proud to expand our portfolio with this significant addition.”
The FPSO, which plays a crucial role within the GTA Phase 1 LNG development, successfully reached its designated location off the coasts of Mauritania and Senegal in June 2024. This vessel is expected to process an impressive 500 million standard cubic feet of gas per day, effectively removing impurities, water, and condensates, thereby ensuring the quality and efficiency of the gas being transported. The processed gas will then be transferred through pipelines to the Gimi FLNG vessel, situated approximately 10 kilometers from the shore.
At the FLNG, natural gas will undergo a cooling process to liquefy it for storage before being dispatched via LNG carriers for global export. Importantly, a portion of this gas will also be allocated to meet the increasing energy needs of the host countries – Mauritania and Senegal, both of which are looking to capitalize on their natural resources to advance economic growth.
The collaboration between KOTUG International and Maritalia marks a significant stride in marine service operations and underscores the potential of the GTA project to not only boost local economies but also contribute positively to energy security in West Africa.
Stay tuned to Africazine for more updates on this transformative project and its implications for the region.
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