Tullow Ghana has scheduled a 16-day maintenance shutdown on the Jubilee Oil Field to ensure optimal performance and long-term sustainability of its oil production infrastructure. The planned maintenance, which includes critical inspections and system upgrades, is part of routine operations to enhance efficiency and safety. While the temporary halt in production may have short-term output implications, Tullow assures stakeholders that the exercise is necessary to maintain operational integrity and maximize future oil recovery
Tullow Ghana will conduct a 16-day maintenance shutdown at Jubilee Field from March 25 to enhance efficiency, upgrade FPSO operations, and ensure long-term sustainability. Gas supply will temporarily shift to TEN fields. The move aligns with Tullow’s strategy to optimize production and strengthen Ghana’s energy sector.
Tullow Ghana, in collaboration with its partners, has announced a scheduled 16-day maintenance shutdown at the Jubilee Field, commencing on Tuesday, March 25. This planned activity aims to enhance operational efficiency, optimize production capacity, and strengthen safety measures within the field.
As part of the maintenance efforts, Tullow Ghana will conduct critical repairs and technological enhancements on the Kwame Nkrumah FPSO vessel. The initiative will include the retooling of key equipment, rigorous leak testing, and facility expansions to support increased gas exportation.
This announcement follows Tullow’s successful completion of a 4D seismic survey of the Jubilee and TEN fields, which is expected to inform future drilling initiatives and bolster long-term resource sustainability. The planned upgrades also serve to extend the operational lifespan of the FPSO while preparing for a mini-drilling campaign scheduled for May 2025.
To mitigate disruptions in gas supply during the shutdown, Tullow Ghana and its partners have coordinated with the government to temporarily source gas from the TEN fields, ensuring energy stability for the country.
Jean-Medard Madama, Managing Director of Tullow Ghana, emphasized the strategic importance of the maintenance project.
“This shutdown is a crucial step in safeguarding our field assets and enhancing production efficiency at the Jubilee Field. It reaffirms our commitment as the lead operator of Ghana’s primary oil fields to responsible resource development and value creation for all stakeholders.” He stated.
With the maintenance project set to reinforce operational resilience and support future exploration activities, Tullow Ghana remains focused on optimizing its contributions to Ghana’s energy sector.
Last Updated on March 22, 2025 by samboad
