Effefiong Ntia
This is what we need:
We are looking for the availability of two VLCC tankers for two separate projects in the same geographical area.
Project 1:
Requirements:
VLCC tanker to act as back up FSO. Max 15 years of age
Must be equipped with a DP2 (Dynamic Positioning 2) system (show stopper requirement)
Need have capable pumps to export to other shuttle tankers
Need a skidmeter
Trading area: Cameroon waters.
Project timeline: needs to ensure availability of the VLCC tanker, FEED study (2 months) for connection
Possible contract duration: 3 or 6 months, might start in November 2025
Deliverables
Availability
Lease cost when on call and lead time to deploy into Cameroon waters
Lease cost when on standby in Cameroon waters
Lease cost when actively operating, storing and exporting crude oil
Availability, specs and cost of tanker
Provide bimonthly report on possible options
Project 2:
Requirements:
VLCC tanker to be converted to FSO, max 10 years of age, best 5 years if doable.
Trading area: Cameroon waters.
Project timeline: need to know market availability in now in order to plan accordingly as conversion might start early Q1 2026
Deliverables
Availability, specs and cost of tanker
Provide bimonthly or monthly reports updates on possible options in the market
Able to facilitate negotiations in case of a purchase (not a show stopper).