East African Crude Oil Pipeline
EACOP is a 1,443km cross-border pipeline that will transport crude oil from Uganda's oil fields in Hoima to the Port of Tanga in Tanzania for export to international markets.
Project Progress
EACOP construction is progressing well towards first oil in 2026.
Final Investment Decision signed
Construction mobilization begins
Major construction works commence
Pipeline welding in progress
Continued construction activities
Testing and commissioning
First oil export
World-Class Pipeline Infrastructure
EACOP features cutting-edge technology and engineering to ensure safe and efficient transportation of crude oil.
Heated Pipeline
The world's longest electrically heated pipeline, maintaining oil temperature at 50°C to ensure smooth flow of waxy crude.
Buried Pipeline
Fully buried at a minimum depth of 1 meter, minimizing environmental impact and ensuring safety throughout the route.
Pump Stations
Six pump stations along the route (2 in Uganda, 4 in Tanzania) ensure continuous flow to the marine terminal.
Marine Terminal
State-of-the-art marine storage and loading terminal at Tanga Port with capacity for large crude carriers.
Advanced Monitoring
24/7 monitoring system with leak detection, pressure monitoring, and remote control capabilities for safe operations.
Environmental Design
Designed to international standards with minimal environmental footprint and comprehensive mitigation measures.
UNOC's Role in EACOP
UNOC holds a 15% participating interest in the East African Crude Oil Pipeline Company (EACOP Co.), the company responsible for constructing and operating the pipeline. This shareholding is in line with the Production Sharing Agreements and reflects Uganda's commitment to active participation in the petroleum value chain.
The other shareholders in EACOP Co. are TotalEnergies (62%), CNOOC (8%), and Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC) (15%). UNOC works collaboratively with these partners to ensure successful project delivery.
Through its participation in EACOP, UNOC is building capacity in pipeline operations, gaining valuable experience that will support future midstream investments and Uganda's long-term energy infrastructure development.