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Energy Talks – Rogério Ibrahim
By Rafael Bortoloti In a period marked by the expansion of offshore activity in Brazil, driven by pre-salt developments, new oil discoveries, and growing discussions surrounding the Equatorial Margin, the drilling segment has once again moved to the forefront of the oil and gas industry. Despite its strategic importance to the offshore chain, drilling remains […]
Energy Talks – Amanda Durante
By Rafael Bortoloti In this edition of Energy Talks, we had the pleasure of speaking with Amanda Durante. At just 28 years old, she proudly says she turned not being hired at Itaú Unibanco into the driving force to not only change industries, but also to become an entrepreneur and inspire other women. With support […]
Energy Talks – José Eduardo Leal
By Rafael Bortoloti and Romulo Bacchiega In this edition of Energy Talks, we sat down with José Eduardo Leal, a computer engineer graduate of PUC-Campinas, who is currently working as a Senior Sales Manager with the global marine technology company, Kongsberg Maritime (KM). We began the conversation by exploring the role of technology and artificial […]
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ANTAQ opens Galáxia investigation
Update — October 6, 2026 Following publication, Galáxia contacted One Energy News and stated that the vessels’ REB status is regular. In a review of Tribunal Marítimo records, One Energy identified Theseus Z as linked to Atlassian Marine Ltda. and Apollo Z to Posidonia Shipping & Trading Ltda., both with validity indicated through October 15, […]
Maritime employment in Brazil requires effective protection
By Alexandre Vilela Proposed legislation would increase Brazilian participation in vessel crews and establish a 120-day ceiling for entitlement to disembarkation or repatriation. Brazil must ensure that the expansion of its maritime industry does not come at the expense of working conditions, through excessive periods on board or the abandonment of seafarers. Protecting Brazilian employment […]
Navalshore 2026 in details
Largest edition of the trade show attracts around 20,000 visitors and puts the recovery of Brazil’s shipbuilding industry at the center of discussions By Rafael Bortoloti Navalshore 2026 reinforced the current recovery of Brazil’s shipbuilding industry. In its 20th edition, the largest in the event’s history, the trade show welcomed approximately 20,000 visitors and brought […]
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Edise: New chapter for a Rio icon
By Rafael Bortoloti More than five decades after its inauguration, the Petrobras Headquarters Building (Edise) is beginning to write a new chapter in its history. Located in downtown Rio de Janeiro, the building is gradually returning to occupancy following an extensive renovation that began after it was closed in the first days of 2021. The […]
Digital minds #1
Brain Rot”: when the brain starts melting — and no one notices By Fernando Vilela There’s a scene that’s becoming increasingly common.Maybe you’ve seen it. Maybe you’re part of it. Someone sitting in a public place — airport, waiting room, restaurant, even at home — phone glued to their face, volume all the way up, […]
Rio de Janeiro: Where energy takes the stage
Three theaters in Rio de Janeiro help illustrate how major oil and gas companies maintain an active presence in the city’s cultural scene. TotalEnergies, PRIO and Petrobras—companies widely recognized for their role in Brazil’s oil exploration sector—have associated their names with performance venues located in strategic areas, linking the energy industry to cultural institutions that […]
Petrobras
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Petrobras finds second oil-bearing interval in Morpho well offshore Amapá
Petrobras has identified another oil-bearing interval in the Morpho exploratory well, marking a second discovery within the same well in the Foz do Amazonas Basin, offshore Amapá. The discovery was announced on October 2 after drilling continued into deeper exploratory intervals at Morpho, officially identified as 1-BRSA-1405-APS, in Block FZA-M-59. The well is located approximately […]
Petrobras’ P-80 leaves Singapore for Búzios
Petrobras’ P-80 FPSO has left the Tuas Boulevard Yard in Singapore and is heading to Brazil, marking the next stage in the development of Búzios 9. The unit departed on September 30 bound for the Búzios field in the Santos Basin pre-salt, where it is scheduled to begin production in 2027. P-80 will have capacity […]
Petrobras signs 20-year LNG deal with Sempra Infrastructure
Petrobras has signed a 20-year agreement with Sempra Infrastructure for the purchase of approximately 0.8 million tonnes per annum of LNG from the Port Arthur LNG Phase 2 project in Texas. The long-term supply will give Petrobras greater predictability in its gas portfolio, reducing part of its exposure to spot-market volatility while increasing flexibility to […]
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Open Tenders
Dear all,Here’s the latest update on offshore procurement activity in Brazil.What has changed? PSV 3000 – Lots A & B | Opportunity 7004654576Petrobras is receiving proposals for the charter of at least one PSV 3000, divided into Lots A and B.Submission deadline: 3 November 2026, at 17:00.PSV 4500 – Lots A–E | Opportunity 7004675762Petrobras is […]
Open Tenders & More
Dear all,Here’s the latest update on offshore procurement activity in Brazil.What has changed?
One Energy News – Open Tenders
Dear all,Here’s the latest update on offshore procurement activity in Brazil.What has changed?
One Energy News – Open Tenders
Dear all, Here’s the latest update on offshore procurement activity in Brazil. What has changed? Petrobras is receiving proposals for the bareboat charter and technical management of a PSV 3000. Submission deadline: 21 October 2026, at 17:00. Petrobras is receiving proposals for the charter of a Maintenance and Safety Unit (UMS). Submission deadline: 8 October […]
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Por onde anda? Normand Maximus
Ten years after delivery, Normand Maximus has set subsea records, worked on major offshore developments and undergone significant commercial changes. On October 6, Solstad Offshore exercised its option to acquire the vessel for US$125 million, with ownership transfer scheduled for October 2027. Delivered by VARD in 2016, the 178-metre DP3 vessel has a 900-tonne active-heave-compensated […]
Por Onde Anda? Skandi Peregrino
Sixteen years after arriving in Brazil to work on the field that gave it its name, Skandi Peregrino has changed hands again. On October 2, DDW Offshore completed the sale of the AHTS for approximately US$21.6 million. Peregrino was DDW's last remaining vessel, meaning the transaction also marks the company's exit from vessel ownership. Its […]
Por Onde Anda? CRCC Bridge Piling No. 1
One of Brazil's largest infrastructure projects has triggered an 11,300-nautical-mile marine mobilization from China to Bahia. On September 27, CRCC Bridge Piling No. 1 departed Lüsi Port, in Jiangsu, for the Bay of All Saints, where it will work on the foundations of the Salvador-Itaparica Bridge. The transit is expected to take around 45 days, […]
Por onde anda? Becrux
In Angra dos Reis, a 31-foot Bayliner is the starting point for Westhon Classic Boats. At BR Marinas VEROLME, in Angra dos Reis, Becrux is preparing for a new chapter. The Bayliner 310 BR Special Edition has been stripped down for a project that brings together engineering, design and an appreciation for classic boats. Becrux […]
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Marina I: crew employment is part of vessel selection
AIS data now places Marina I in Guanabara Bay following her mobilisation for offshore support duties under an Arendal/HOC charter connected to the VMOS consortium in Argentina. CONTTMAF links the vessel’s return to intervention by Brazilian maritime unions over alleged irregular recruitment through COOPERPORTOMAR. The federation says it raised the case with the International Transport […]
ANTAQ opens Galáxia investigation
Update — October 6, 2026 Following publication, Galáxia contacted One Energy News and stated that the vessels’ REB status is regular. In a review of Tribunal Marítimo records, One Energy identified Theseus Z as linked to Atlassian Marine Ltda. and Apollo Z to Posidonia Shipping & Trading Ltda., both with validity indicated through October 15, […]
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23 tabs open. And you're still looking for the answer?
Who has a vessel available? What are the current charter rates? When does that contract expire? What opportunities are currently open? In the offshore market, finding these answers can mean spending hours searching through websites, spreadsheets, reports, and scattered sources of information. WSB-One changes that. With more than 600 vessels and assets monitored daily, chartering […]
We have some extraordinary news for the market: Diógenes, o Cínico
We have some extraordinary news for the market. Starting this month, Diogenes the Cynic officially joins One Energy News publications as a permanent columnist. Diogenes is not from Rio. But during Rio Oil & Gas week, he will be walking around Rio de Janeiro — naturally accompanied by his inseparable lamp. For those who have […]
Staff Announcement
Westhon expands technology team with new talent and internal promotions Westhon is pleased to welcome two new interns to its Information Technology team while also announcing the promotion of two professionals who have been developing their careers within the group. The new team members are Arthur Granito, 20, and Arthur Rezende, 21, both Computer Science […]
One Energy magazine – New edition
The 19th edition of OneEnergy magazine, published by Westhon Media, features an exclusive interview with Rogério Ibrahim, CEO of Foresea. The issue also highlights Wärtsilä‘s presence in Brazil, along with profiles of Maria Ciriaco and Vanessa Costa, two of Westhon‘s key professionals. Also in this edition: – Columns by Romulo Augusto Bacchiega and Fernando Vilela […]
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