ExxonMobil Launches $1bn Usan Infill Project in Nigeria

Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria (Offshore East) Limited, a subsidiary of ExxonMobil, has confirmed the arrival of the ultra-deepwater drillship Noble Gerry de Souza in Nigerian waters, signifying the commencement of the $1 billion Usan Infill Project. This project aims to enhance oil production from the Usan Field, located in Oil Mining Lease (OML) 138, with an expected output of up to 40,000 barrels per day (bpd) within 18 months.

Jagir Baxi, Chairman and Managing Director of ExxonMobil affiliates in Nigeria, stated that this development reflects the company's commitment to investing in Nigeria's deepwater energy sector and improving the investment environment. The project is a result of extensive planning and collaboration among multidisciplinary teams and is designed to maximize recovery from existing infrastructure while ensuring safe and responsible operations in partnership with government stakeholders and contractors.

The Usan Infill Project is positioned to contribute significantly to Nigeria's energy security and economic growth.