Africazine:
ExxonMobil is making significant strides in Mozambique’s Rovuma LNG project with substantial contract awards.
The US oil giant has awarded approximately .1-billion in pre-investment contracts for upstream equipment related to the Rovuma LNG Phase 1 project in Cabo Delgado. These contracts aim to facilitate progress toward a final investment decision and involve key partners such as Mozambique’s Empresa Nacional de Hidrocarbonetos and several international firms.
ExxonMobil Awards Major Contracts for Rovuma LNG
The awarded contracts encompass subsea production systems, large-bore production valves, and offshore line pipe. These components are crucial for the project’s advancement. The largest contract went to OneSubsea UK and OneSubsea AS, focusing on engineering, procurement, fabrication, and manufacturing of subsea production systems, controls, and umbilicals.
Aker Solutions Mozambique will play a vital role in supporting local operations. Other notable suppliers include Advanced Technology Valve, Corinth Pipeworks, Sumitomo Corporation of America, and Zhejiang Jiuli Hi-Tech Metals, highlighting a diverse supply chain for the project.
Mozambique: Key figures on Rovuma LNG contracts
- .1-billion worth of pre-investment contracts awarded
Context of the Rovuma LNG Project in Mozambique
ExxonMobil’s actions come after the company lifted force majeure on the Rovuma LNG project in November. This decision followed a pause in operations that began in 2021 due to security concerns in the region. The renewed commitment signals a positive shift in the project’s trajectory.
Next Steps for Rovuma LNG Development
- Final investment decision to be made as project progresses
- Continued collaboration with local and international partners
ExxonMobil's contract awards mark a pivotal moment for Mozambique's energy sector.
