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Tenders, contracts, charters and Petrobras' movements.
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Campo de Búzios: projects
Petrobras is preparing to launch a new tender for the Búzios 12 project later this semester, according to a Reuters report. The contract will follow the Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) model and cover the deployment of a new FPSO with a produc
OSRV bid
Petrobras has released a classification bid result to charter up to two OSRV-105 vessels for a four-year contract. Compagnie Maritime Monégasque (CMM) stands out in the process, competing with two vessels, Celerity and TBN. Camorim Serviços
WSB Advisors Breaking News
WSB Advisors Breaking News • MODEC has confirmed a Purchase and Sales Agreement and a 20-year Operations and Maintenance Contract with Shell for the FPSO at the Gato do Mato field.• Petrobras has identified hydrocarbons in an exploratory we
More opportunities in Brazil?
By Alexandre Vilela North Sea’s term and spot markets haven’t developed as expected and rates for large PSVs are still holding at the USD 20k gross vicinity for UK, Norwegian sectors. The proximity to the summer season is not followed by co
Normand Ferking in Rio de Janeiro
By Rafael Bortoloti Solstad has confirmed the arrival of the AHTS Normand Ferking in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on March 7. According to Pedro Pellegrini, Shipbroker Intern at WSB Advisors, the vessel will begin a three-year contract with Petr
Petrobras: new AHTS bid
By Rafael Bortoloti Petrobras has launched a new tender, now for the chartering of two AHTS-TO vessels, both with a contract duration of four years, starting in December 2025. Proposals must be submitted by the end of 31 March in a closed b
FPSO in Brazilian waters: boosting Mero field
The FPSO Alexandre de Gusmão has arrived in Brazilian waters. Built by SBM and chartered by Petrobras, the vessel left China in December last year and is expected to begin production in mid-2025. With a production capacity of 180,000 barrel
Petrobras: plans, updates and challenges
By Rafael Bortoloti Petrobras held a press conference last Thursday (27), initially focused on its financial results, but executives also shared updates on key projects, which we highlight below: * New tenders for the FPSO Barracuda/Caratin
Petrobras cancels FPSO bid
Petrobras Cancels FPSO Bid for Barracuda-Caratinga Revitalization The Fact:Petrobras has canceled the bid for the FPSO contract aimed at revitalizing the Barracuda-Caratinga fields in the Campos Basin. Fact of the Fact:– Lower local content
Allseas wins Petrobras EPCI contract for Búzios 10
By Rafael Bortoloti Allseas has secured a contract with Petrobras for the engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (EPCI) of subsea infrastructure at Búzios 10, approximately 180 km offshore. The official value has not been
Petrobras Outlines Ambitious Investment Plan
During Transpetro’s event launching the bid for eight gas carriers, Petrobras’ President Magda Chambriard detailed key projects and reinforced ongoing commitments: • “Hit the gas”: Increasing local content requirements from 40% to 65% for g
Búzios field: boosting Brazil production?
By Rafael Bortoloti Búzios Field: A Game Changer for Brazil’s Oil Production? Petrobras has announced that the FPSO Almirante Tamandaré started production on February 15. Operating in the Búzios field, within the pre-salt layer of the Santo
Petrobras and Tranpetro: updates bids coming
Coming soon: Transpetro is about to release the Gas Carrier New Build tender. Monday next week? (17/2). Let’s stay tuned. The new tender shall come out to market in connection with the previous tanker handy-size being signed. Things are mov
Camorim: exciting news
By Rafael Bortoloti Camorim has officially started a four-year contract with Petrobras for the LH C-Salvador, supporting platform operations in the Campos Basin. But this isn’t the only reason for celebration. The company also marked the st
WSB.One: All information on your screen
Do you get our updates on your email? WSB Advisors is pleased to provide an update on the current long-term tenders that are open to offer. To stay updated on the details and outcomes of these and future bids, follow us on LinkedIn. Ho
Petrobras: bunker innovations
By Rafael Bortoloti Petrobras has achieved ISCC EU RED international certification for the commercialization of renewable bunker fuel at the Rio Grande Terminal (TERIG) in Rio Grande do Sul. The VLS (Very Low Sulfur) B24 fuel, a blend of bi
FPSO Cidade Angra dos Reis: contract extension
Petrobras has formalized amendments to the charter and service provision contracts for the FPSO Cidade de Angra dos Reis with Tupi Pilot and MODEC. Under the new agreement, the vessel will remain operational until 2030, when decommissioning
Posidonia Panther in Rio de Janeiro
By Rafael Bortoloti The PSV Posidonia Panther has arrived in Guanabara Bay, Rio de Janeiro, to commence a charter contract (SEP format) with Petrobras. The Posidonia Panther, a PSV 5000, measures 87.73 meters in length and 19 meters in widt
Norbe VIII: contractual amendment
By Rafael Bortoloti Foresea and Petrobras Expand Norbe VIII Contract Foresea has amended its charter agreement with Petrobras for the Norbe VIII drillship, introducing new technologies and extending operations to shallow waters. The amendme
Petrobras Extends Safe Zephyrus Contract with Prosafe
Petrobras and Prosafe have finalized a USD 109.7 million extension to the charter contract for the Safe Zephyrus semi-submersible platform. The vessel delivers essential offshore safety support and maintenance services. Initially set to con
Brazilian Equatorian Margin: a new step?
By Rafael Bortoloti Alexandre Silveira, Brazil’s Minister of Mines and Energy, expressed optimism about the start of oil exploration in the Margem Equatorial region this year. Speaking with journalists, he emphasized the economic benefits t
PRIO expands gas operations
By Rafael Bortoloti Petrobras and PRIO have concluded an agreement that allows the private oil company to access the Integrated Natural Gas Transportation System of the Campos Basin and the Cabiúnas Gas Treatment Unit. As a result, PRIO wil
Transpetro and Ecovix/Mac Laren
Transpetro, Petrobras’ subsidiary, has finalized negotiations with the Ecovix and Mac Laren consortium for the acquisition of four handy-size tankers (15-18k DWT). Among 20 pre-qualified bidders, this proposal stood out with a unit price of
FPSO en route to Brazil
FPSO Alexandre de Gusmão departed China for Brazil to be installed in the Mero Field, Santos Basin, for Petrobras. Production is set to start in 2025. With a capacity of 180,000 boe/d and 12 million m³ of gas compression per day, the unit w
SLB strikes again
By Rafael Bortoloti SLB has secured two major contracts with Petrobras last week. The first, worth $800 million, covers integrated services for over 100 offshore fields operated by Petrobras. Set to begin in April 2025, the three-year contr