Offshore vessels and FPSO solutions for the Gulf of Guinea.
Sale, purchase and charter of FPSOs, FSOs and offshore support vessels for operators, contractors and investors in Nigeria and across West Africa, backed by advisory, logistics and project execution support.
Matching the right asset to West African fields
From shallow-water and swamp locations in the Niger Delta to marginal fields and deepwater developments offshore, projects in the Gulf of Guinea need vessels and floating production units that suit local conditions, local content requirements and tight schedules.
VMI helps clients find, assess and deploy the right asset, whether that is an FPSO or FSO for early production, AHTS and PSV tonnage for a drilling campaign, or barges and construction support for installation and hook-up work.
What VMI does in the region
- FPSO and FSO sourcing, acquisition, conversion oversight and redeployment
- Offshore support vessel sale, purchase and chartering
- Technical and commercial due diligence and vessel inspections
- Marginal field and early production solutions
- Offshore logistics, mobilization and port liaison
- Owner's representation and operational readiness reviews
Vessels for West African operations
Sourcing, sale and purchase, chartering and asset management support across the offshore fleet. Select a type to see current listings or send us a requirement.
Track vessels at key Nigerian ports
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Frequently asked
Can VMI source an FPSO or FSO for a marginal field in Nigeria?
Yes. VMI supports operators and developers with FPSO and FSO sourcing, technical and commercial due diligence, conversion oversight and redeployment, including smaller units suited to marginal fields and early production.
Do you charter offshore support vessels in West Africa?
VMI supports the sale, purchase and chartering of AHTS, PSV, OSV, MPSV, FSIV, CTV and barge tonnage for West African operations. Send your requirement and we will match it against current and off-market vessels.
Can you help with derrick lay barges and offshore construction support?
Yes. VMI provides vessel and logistics support for pipelay, heavy-lift and offshore installation programs, including sourcing derrick lay barges and construction support vessels.
How do I list a vessel for sale with VMI?
Use the contact form or email PH@vesselmanagers.com with the vessel's particulars, location and photos. VMI's Vessel Transactions team will advise on positioning and market the vessel to qualified buyers.