Strengthening FPSO Project Feasibility In Africa

June 24 - 27, 2024 | Cape Town, South Africa

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Sponsorship & Exhibition Guide

Neklim Niacuveia

Contracts & Procurement Associate Mozambique Rovuma Venture

Neklim, a graduate in Civil Engineering with a master’s degree in Road and Civil Construction, and posse technical course in Finance and Accounting, Logistics and Supply Chains, Design, Operations, boasting over 9 years of valuable experience in the Oil and Gas industry.

He successfully completed course in a 1-year Basic Engineering Course in the Oil and Gas Industry, facilitated by Eni, both in Mozambique and Italy. This program enhanced his analytical skills and equipped him with comprehensive proficiency in contractual and procurement matters, LNG Supply Chain dynamics, as well as Project Management. His expertise in Contract and Procurement spans across Exploration & Production Activities, encompassing Upstream, Midstream, and downstream aspects.

In 2023, he was distinguished as keynote professional Speaker at the FPSO Africa Congress 2023 in Cape Town, South Africa, and another event in Malaysia – Kuala Lumpur. Presently, he is employed at Mozambique Rovuma Venture SpA, where it plays a pivotal role as the Operator of Area 4 block in the Rovuma Basin.

Pre-Congress Focus Day - Monday, 24 June 2024

1:40 PM Mastering FPSO Contracting Models in Africa

Participants will develop a nuanced understanding of FPSO contracting models and best practices in Africa, enabling them to negotiate and draft contracts that protect their interests and optimize project success.

Participants will gain valuable insights into:

Comparison of common FPSO contracting models in Africa: EPC, turnkey, lease-operate-transfer (LOT), hybrid models
In-depth analysis of key clauses and considerations in FPSO contracts: risk allocation, performance guarantees, warranties, dispute resolution.
Insights into local content requirements and their impact on contracting strategies in different African countries
Interactive workshop on drafting and negotiating effective FPSO contracts for specific project needs and risk profiles

2:40 PM Let’s Talk! Key Takeaways & Action Points

We will break out into a friendly roundtable session to exchange and share key takeaways and actionable points on your learnings from the workshop. Let's learn and grow together!