Drydocks World supports Nigeria's offshore energy growth, development

Drydocks World has completed the full conversion and integration of the EMEM Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessel, delivering a key offshore asset to support production at Nigeria's Okwok field and advance the country's energy development and self-reliance goals.

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The sailaway ceremony held at Drydocks World on 8th November was attended by key figures, including Captain Dr Rado Antolovic, CEO of Drydocks World, and Dr Muhammadu Indimi, OFR, Chairman of Oriental Energy Resources Limited.

Drydocks World, a DP World company, part of a global smart-trade enabler that operates an integrated logistics and supply chain network across Africa and worldwide, carried out a comprehensive refurbishment and conversion of the vessel at its Dubai facility.

The project involved 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.

Captain Rado Antolovic 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."