Hilong Offshore Engineering has signed a contract valued at $54.76 million with Eni for the Congo LNG Phase 2. The contract involves the installation of two wellhead platforms to enhance gas production. The Nguya FLNG vessel will boost production capacity to 3 mtpa by the end of 2025, supporting national gas monetization goals.
Hilong Offshore Engineering, a Chinese firm, has been awarded a significant contract worth $54.76 million by Eni for the second phase of the Republic of Congo’s Congo LNG project. This contract entails the transportation and installation of two wellhead platforms, scheduled to commence in June 2025 and expected to last six months, with production operations starting by November 2025.
The two wellhead platforms will be strategically located in the Marine XII block, near the operational Nenè and Litchendjili fields. Their primary purpose is to extract gas for the Nguya FLNG vessel, which is presently under construction in China and will have a processing capacity of 2.4 million tons per annum (mtpa). This addition will complement the existing Tango FLNG facility operational since 2024.
Upon completion, the Nguya FLNG vessel will elevate the Congo LNG project’s production capacity to 3 mtpa by the end of 2025. This increase aligns with national objectives aimed at enhancing LNG exports and gas monetization in the region, promoting the Republic of Congo’s energy sector growth.
In summary, Hilong Offshore Engineering has secured a $54.76 million contract for the Congo LNG Phase 2, highlighting the project’s critical component in boosting production capacity to 3 mtpa. The upcoming Congo Economic & Investment Forum presents significant opportunities for further exploration and development in the region’s energy landscape. The successful implementation of this project aligns with national aspirations to enhance gas extraction and export capabilities.
Original Source: energycapitalpower.com
