Vitus Chukwurah Okafor

Project Site Manager BW Offshore 

I am a Nigerian. A Christian. I studied Mechanical Engineering at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Anambra state of Nigeria. I also possess a post graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering and an MSc Subsea Engineering degree from the University of Aberdeen. I started my Oil and Gas career in 2001. My Oil and Gas career spanned several Oil and Gas servicing company’s and IOC including: TOTAL, Chevron, ADAX Petroleum, SAIPEM,EXXONMOBIL, Shell and BWoffshore. I have worked on three FPSOs within this period, which are AKPO FPSO, BONGA FPSO and ABO FPSO.

Main Congress Day 2 - Thursday, 13 March 2025

11:40 AM Optimising FPSO Production Processes for Enhanced Efficiency


  • Leveraging advanced analytics to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in production processes 
  • Implementing automation technologies to streamline routine tasks and improve operational efficiency 
  • Utilising predictive maintenance techniques to minimise unplanned downtime and optimise maintenance schedules 

Post-Congress Focus Day - Friday, 14 March 2025

10:40 AM The Potential of Renewable Energy in FPSO Operations


  • Discuss the technical feasibility of integrating renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, into FPSO systems 
  • Highlight the environmental advantages of reducing reliance on fossil fuels and decreasing carbon emissions 
  • Evaluate the economic benefits of incorporating renewable energy into FPSO operations, including potential cost savings and improved energy security 

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

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