BP Commences Gas Flow from Greater Tortue Ahmeyim Phase 1 Project

BP has officially begun gas flow from the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) Phase 1 deepwater project, located offshore Mauritania and Senegal. This significant milestone marks the progression of the project towards full operation.

The gas extracted from wells at the GTA Phase 1 liquefied natural gas (LNG) project is now being directed to the floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel for the next phase of commissioning.

The FPSO, stationed approximately 40 kilometers offshore, made its way to Mauritania and Senegal in the second quarter of 2024. With the capacity to process over 500 million standard cubic feet of gas per day, the FPSO plays a crucial role in the project’s operations.

Subsequently, the gas will be transferred through a pipeline to a floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) vessel located 10 kilometers offshore. Here, the gas will undergo cryogenic cooling, liquefaction, and storage before being loaded onto LNG carriers for export.

The Gimi FLNG vessel, responsible for liquefying GTA gas, is owned and operated by Golar LNG, a key player in the global LNG industry.

Significance of GTA Phase 1

The Greater Tortue Ahmeyim project stands out as one of the deepest offshore developments in Africa, boasting gas resources in water depths of up to 2,850 meters. Upon full commissioning, GTA Phase 1 is projected to produce approximately 2.3 million tonnes of LNG annually.

Gordon Birrell, EVP of production & operations at BP, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “This is a fantastic landmark for this important megaproject. First gas flow is a material example of supporting the global energy demands of today and reiterates our commitment to help Mauritania and Senegal develop their natural resources.”

Recognized by the host governments as a ‘project of strategic national importance,’ the gas produced by the GTA project is expected to contribute to global energy requirements, with a portion allocated to meeting the escalating energy needs within Mauritania and Senegal.

BP serves as the operator of GTA with a 56% working interest, in collaboration with partners Kosmos Energy (27%), Petrosen (10%), and SMH (7%).