THE PROJECT

The Blue Marlin Offshore Port (BMOP) is a deep-water port project that will provide for the loading of crude oil onto Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCC) and other tankers from a platform complex in the Gulf of Mexico, located approximately 100 miles off the coast of Johnson Bayou (Cameron Parish), Louisiana. The project is in the process of updating applications to acquire all federal, state and local permits.

PROJECT PLANNING

Blue Marlin Offshore Port has conducted assessment surveys to ensure a long-term, safe and reliable pipeline system that meets, and exceeds when possible, all safety regulations. We have performed civil, environmental and endangered species surveys in accordance with the standards set forth by the required regulatory agencies.

ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS

Blue Marlin’s direct loading platform increases safety and lowers emissions by functioning like a gas station with hoses that connect directly to the tanker; eliminating the need for smaller ships to ferry oil out to the tanker anchored offshore. Additionally, repurposing the existing assets will significantly reduce our environmental footprint by limiting the amount of new construction required for the project.

ECONOMIC BENEFITS

The Blue Marlin Offshore Port will help provide much needed export capacity along the Gulf Coast from existing oil storage facilities in Nederland, Texas. Crude oil exports strengthen our national security, stimulate increased production of domestic energy and fuel domestic economic growth.