Once refurbished, the vessel will operate for 15 more years
Drydocks World has been awarded the contract for the refurbishment and life extension of the FPSO BAOBAB IVOIRIEN by MODEC Management Services, further strengthening its position as a global leader in complex offshore asset upgrades.
Set to commence in May 2025, the eight-month expedited project on the Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessel will involve extensive structural enhancements, including 1,000 tonnes of steel renewal, 250,000sqm of tank coating, and 11,500m of new piping.
The scope also covers enhancements to crew living quarters and integration of advanced technologies to boost its efficiency and reliability. Upon completion, the vessel’s lifespan will be extended by 15 years, ensuring sustained energy production for West Africa.
The FPSO BAOBAB IVOIRIEN plays a crucial role in West Africa’s offshore production, with a processing capacity of 70,000 barrels of oil per day (bpd) and 75mn cubic feet of natural gas.
Refurbishment
It can also inject 100,000 bpd of water and store up to two million barrels of crude oil. The vessel, currently operating at the Baobab oil field, 25 km off the coast of Côte d’Ivoire, will relocate to Drydocks World’s Dubai facility for its eight-month refurbishment.
The contract signing ceremony, held at Drydocks World, was attended by Rado Antolovic, CEO, Drydocks World, and Gary Kennedy, President of MODEC Management Services.
“Our proven track record in executing large-scale offshore engineering works positions us as the ideal partner to enhance the vessel’s longevity, efficiency, and operational safety,” stated Capt. Rado Antolovic PhD, CEO, Drydocks World.
“This contract award is the result of a rigorous selection process to find the best partner for this critical project. Drydocks World’s extensive experience in FPSO upgrades and their commitment to quality and safety made them the ideal choice,” remarked Gary Kennedy, President, MODEC Management Services.
