Expert Rig Move Logistics in Nigeria
Rig mobilisation and demobilisation are among the most complex and high-risk logistics operations in the oil and gas industry. A single delayed rig move can cost an operator millions of dollars in downtime and lost production. Naphtali Energy Nigeria Ltd has built a specialist rig move team with the experience, equipment, and operational capability to execute safe, efficient and on-schedule rig moves across Nigeria — whether onshore, swamp, or offshore.
From planning and permitting through to heavy transport, load-out, marine towing and final rig-up at the new drilling location, we manage every element of the rig move operation with the precision and HSSE discipline that the oil and gas industry demands.
Rig Move Services We Provide
Onshore Rig Moves
Heavy transport and logistics for land rig mobilisation and demobilisation, including permits, road surveys and equipment tracking.
Swamp & Shallow Water Rig Moves
Barge, tug and boat mobilisation for rig moves in Nigeria's swamp, creek and shallow water environments.
Offshore Rig Moves
Full-scope offshore rig move management including anchor handling, barge positioning and marine coordination.
Rig Move Planning & Engineering
Detailed rig move plans, load-out engineering studies and route surveys for safe and efficient operations.
Equipment & Heavy Lift
Crane barge and heavy lift coordination for rig components, substructures and drilling equipment.
HSSE Management
Comprehensive safety management including risk assessments, toolbox talks and incident-free operations.
Why Operators Choose Naphtali Energy for Rig Moves
How We Execute a Rig Move
Pre-Move Survey & Planning
Route survey, load studies, regulatory permit applications and rig move programme development.
Resource Mobilisation
Heavy transport equipment, marine vessels, crane barges and personnel mobilised and briefed.
Rig Disassembly & Load-Out
Systematic rig disassembly, equipment inspection and controlled load-out onto transport vessels or trailers.
Transit Operations
Managed transport to new location with continuous tracking, safety monitoring and communication.
Rig-Up & Commissioning
Equipment delivery to new location, rig-up coordination and operational handover to drilling team.