Petrobras extends Skandi Olinda contract into 2028

Petrobras has extended the long-term contract for the pipelay support vessel Skandi Olinda by 304 days, moving its scheduled end from April 2027 to January 2028. DOF announced the agreement on November 5.
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The vessel is owned by a joint venture between DOF Group and TechnipFMC, with each company holding a 50% interest.
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Built by Vard Promar in Brazil and delivered in 2019, Skandi Olinda measures 139.9 metres in length and accommodates up to 120 people. It is designed for subsea construction, flexible pipelay, inspection, repair and maintenance, and remotely operated vehicle operations.
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The extension follows amendments announced on July 31 for two other PLSVs owned by the joint venture. Skandi Buzios received a 516-day extension and Skandi Recife a 550-day extension, taking both contracts from their previously scheduled expiry in the third quarter of 2026 through January 2028.
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With the latest agreement, all three vessels are contracted to Petrobras into January 2028.