Stephen Otaro

Deputy Chief Operating Officer (DCOO) OML 26 Asset Management Team NNPC Limited

Mr. Otaro Stephen is an oil and gas professional with over 20 years experience in the industry. Otaro holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Chemical Engineering from the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. He is currently the DCOO OML 26 Asset Management Team (AMT) operating the OML 26 field in the Niger Delta on behalf of the JV partners NNPC Limited and FHN Ltd. He was part of the then NAPIMS (Now NUIMS) team incharge of Addax and Total PSC portfolio operating FPSO Knoc Adoon, Sendje Berge, Akpo and Egina. Mr. Otaro was the facilities lead for FPSO Mystras in OML 119 before his new role. Earlier in his career, he was part of the pioneer team that conceptualized and actualized NipeX, a supplier sourcing tool in the upstream sector of the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry aimed improving Nigerian Content in the industry.

Main Congress Day 1 - Tuesday, 25 June 2024

5:00 PM Fireside Chat: Harmonising Dynamic Regulatory Changes & Local Content Requirements - A Balancing Act for Sustainable Growth

  • Sharing strategies for effectively engaging and developing local suppliers in the FPSO supply chain
  • Discussing initiatives focused on building local skills and expertise to meet the workforce requirements
  • Navigating local content requirements without compromising competitiveness and cost-effectiveness

Main Congress Day 2 - Wednesday, 26 June 2024

10:10 AM Offshore Leaders Panel Discussion: Early-Stage Decision-Making in FPSO Projects: Lessons from Africa

·      Strategically selecting concepts during the early stages of FPSO projects

·      Sharing of best practices for identifying and mitigating risks in the pre-FEED phase

·      Examining effective strategies for engaging diverse stakeholders to ensure alignment and smooth project progression

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Stephen.

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