NIGERIA: NNPC, FIRST E&P JV to Deploy the Leucipa™ Automated Field Production Solution in Offshore Operations in the Niger Delta


Baker Hughes has announced an agreement with NNPC Limited/FIRST Exploration & Petroleum Development Company (FIRST E&P) Joint Venture (JV) to deploy the Leucipa™ automated field production solution. Through this agreement, Leucipa will be implemented on the JV’s offshore operations in the Niger Delta, marking the first adoption of the system in Sub-Saharan Africa.  

The JV will utilize Leucipa’s core workflows to optimize well performance and enhance efficiency by automating functions including performance analysis, opportunity management and scorecards management. Real-time data provided by Leucipa will offer a more insightful view of optimization opportunities across their operations, resulting in enhanced decision making in the field.

‘Leucipa is enhancing the oilfield to be smarter and more efficient, enabling our customers to maximize the value of their assets,’ said Amerino Gatti, executive vice president of Oilfield Services & Equipment at Baker Hughes. ‘Our collaboration with the NNPC/FIRST E&P JV in implementing Leucipa will support the responsible development of energy resources needed in Sub-Saharan Africa for years to come.’

The Leucipa automated field production solution assists oil and gas operators in proactively managing production and reducing carbon emissions. By focusing on the specific outcomes desired by operators, Leucipa utilizes data to drive intelligent operations. Through the automation of production processes, Leucipa aims to minimize inefficiencies, ensure environmentally sound operations, and assist customers in recovering the millions of barrels that would otherwise remain untapped.

With a 100-year heritage of energy innovation, Baker Hughes is integrating digital solutions such as Leucipa with proven technologies to help customers achieve greater efficiency, extend asset life, and maximize returns. 

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