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In a groundbreaking development for Nigeria’s maritime sector, the Onne Multipurpose Terminal (OMT) on Friday received the Kota Oasis, a Singaporean-flagged, LNG-powered container ship — the first of its kind to dock in West Africa.

The eco-friendly vessel, owned by Pacific International Lines (PIL), signals a bold leap forward for sustainable shipping in Nigeria. Its arrival not only reinforces OMT’s commitment to green port operations but also elevates its position as a pivotal hub for containerized trade in the region.

At 260 meters in length and a Gross Registered Tonnage of 78,501, the Kota Oasis has a carrying capacity of 8,350 TEUs. It is equipped with dual-fuel technology capable of operating on both LNG and diesel, along with cutting-edge exhaust gas recycling systems to cut down methane emissions and optimize fuel efficiency.

Mr. Nicolo Scannavini, Managing Director of OMT, described the vessel’s berthing as a transformative moment:

“This vessel will be a game changer for trade connectivity between Asia and Nigeria. It’s an engineering marvel and a statement of intent for cleaner, greener shipping. We’re proud to host the Kota Oasis and welcome more innovative vessels in future.”

OMT currently handles major global shipping lines including PIL and MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company) and is actively pursuing more international partnerships, according to Scannavini.

He praised the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), led by Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, for its role in facilitating the successful docking of the ship.

Mr. Dhruv Kohli, PIL’s Regional Head of Operations and Logistics, noted the significance of the ship’s deployment:

“This vessel is part of PIL’s ongoing effort to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. We’re excited to deploy one of the most advanced ships in global shipping right here in Nigeria. Onne is critical to our operations, and this initiative strengthens our South West Africa trade route.”

He highlighted the 40,000-horsepower engine of Kota Oasis and its role in enhancing direct trade routes to Singapore and China.

Speaking on behalf of the Nigeria Customs Service (Onne Port Command), Deputy Comptroller John Ejeh affirmed continued support for trade facilitation, stating:

“We remain committed to OMT, PIL, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and sustained ease of doing business.”

Also in attendance were senior officials from NPA, Nigerian Shippers’ Council, Nigeria Immigration Service, and other regulatory bodies, all of whom praised this historic milestone and pledged further support for maritime innovation in Nigeria.

Source: https://thebureau.com.ng/omt-kota-oasis-lng-container-ship-nigeria-2025/][b]The Bureau Newspaper

Hope this is true



Meanwhile first to comment lols

Is this CNG really eco friendly? Why's this an achievement?

CNG is 4 times cheaper than Diesel ⛽⛽⛽⛽ and other petrochemicals products.

Moroccoguy:
CNG is 4 times cheaper than Diesel ⛽⛽⛽⛽ and other petrochemicals products.

Anyways, they should all convert all vessels to CNG so we can be buying things cheapet. What do you think?

RealGandalf:
Anyways, they should all convert all vessels to CNG so we can be buying things cheapet. What do you think?

even if they convert every machine in the factories and vehicles to water engines, Nigerians will still find a way to inflate prices beyond the pockets of an average earner. Just forget that fantasy.

Please why do I need 40 character? Must I write an essay be I comment ni?

Seun what's your problem gan

ohigus:
Hope this is true



Meanwhile first to comment lols

This is very true and confirmed! I have a friend that witnessed it live.

Let's watch,
Pray and
Hope
That's all I have for Nigeria,
I be still like 9ja shaa

very soon the fake covnvertion kits would fill up the market
i trust that tribe that understand bizz very well

Y’all are getting it wrong sha

CNG and LNG are two different gasses
One is Compressed Natural Gas and the latter is Liquified Natural gas

RealGandalf:
Is this CNG really eco friendly? Why's this an achievement?

LNG not CNG didjjdjdkdnxndndnxxnnxnxnxncncncjcjcjxncncnncncncnncncncnncncnx

So, Onne port is actually working. With all the thinking that only Lagos ports are working.

Celebrating mediocrity when over 60 Nigerian soldiers were killed by govt pampered fulani terrorists bandits in the last 3 days.

Nonsense. Always buying. Use that money to develop brains that will manufacture ships, cars, infact the automobile industry.

Editorialtimes:
Source: https://thebureau.com.ng/omt-kota-oasis-lng-container-ship-nigeria-2025/][b]The Bureau Newspaper

RealGandalf:
Anyways, they should all convert all vessels to CNG so we can be buying things cheapet. What do you think?

this demonic government will also increase the price too, just announcement

Mugu too plenty for this country......just imagine this funny news, making it look as if Nigeria just acquired or even built an LNG powered vessel.....a small Singapore built this vessel without much funfair but just visitation to Naija now become a very big deal of celebration.....make them make Owambe for waterside....useless lots....who do us like this na?

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temitope27:
Please why do I need 40 character? Must I write an essay be I comment ni?

Seun what's your problem gan

Let me test if this is true.

Sheun is on colos, so I must type up to 40 characters before my comment can be submmited..

Mathewrichard99:
Mugu too plenty for this country......just imagine this funny news, making it look as if Nigeria just acquired or even built an LNG powered vessel.....a small Singapore built this vessel without much funfair but just visitation to Naija now become a very big deal of celebration.....make them make Owambe for waterside....useless lots....who do us like this na?

Indeed my dear. Some are even arguing as if it's CNG

OluwaBlessyn:
Y’all are getting it wrong sha

CNG and LNG are two different gasses
One is Compressed Natural Gas and the latter is Liquified Natural gas

I didn't notice until you pointed it out .

Guys the vessel is LNG powered not CNG

can Nigeria maintain something lyk dix... dix one explosion dey common and also everything goes down when it explodes

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Moroccoguy:
CNG is 4 times cheaper than Diesel ⛽⛽⛽⛽ and other petrochemicals products.

until everybody converts their car and boooom, the price is 2 times higher the diesel and Petrol

look at the case of cooking gas. its now almost double the price of petrol since people started using it for generators

There is nothing we will not celebrate in Nigeria. Did we construct the ship? It came to deliver goods just like every other ship and we are celebrating. Well it's the result of having mediocre leaders who tend to celebrate the most mundane of all things.

I don't understand
Goods.. Not your own
Ship... Not your own
Technology.. Not your own
Captain... Not Nigerian
Fuel.. Not your own

Why the hullabaloo?

Can we please refocus...
NCS why the funfair?
This country sef ehn...

This ship uses LNG not CNG.The difference is energy density (LNG has more fuel in less space) and temperature of storage

RealGandalf:
Is this CNG really eco friendly? Why's this an achievement?

Everything is now being powered by LNG, soon the price will come up to that of diesel and fuel.

BigBelleControl:
So, Onne port is actually working. With all the thinking that only Lagos ports are working.

the prices defers

Clearing goods at Lagos Port is more cheaper than onne Port