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FPSO P-78 achieves first gas injection at Búzios

Seatrium confirmed successful first gas injection on FPSO P-78, achieved 61 days after first oil on December 31, 2025. Unit is installed at Búzios Field in Santos Basin, approximately 180–230 km offshore Rio de Janeiro, and operates for Petrobras. Key unit specifications: • Oil production capacity: 180,000 b/d• Gas processing: 7.2 million m³/d• Storage capacity: […]

Petrobras–Shell consortium formalizes acquisition of Union stakes in Mero and Atapu

Brazil’s Ministry of Mines and Energy and Pré-Sal Petróleo S.A. signed on March 10 contracts transferring Union rights in non-contracted portions of shared reservoirs in Mero Field and Atapu Field, located in pre-salt of Santos Basin. Areas were acquired by a consortium formed by Petrobras and Shell in December 2025 auction of non-contracted areas, held […]

Tech Compass #1

Corporate AI: The fine line between productivity and exposure By Romulo Bacchiega It was just another ordinary day at Samsung’s semiconductor division in March 2023. An engineer, struggling with a stubborn bug, decided to ask ChatGPT for help. He pasted chunks of the company’s proprietary source code into the tool and, within seconds, received debugging […]

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, […]

Constitutional Insights #1

Congress must provide constitutional regulation for the gas sector By Luis Fernando Priolli Brazil is at a crucial turning point in defining the rules for the natural gas sector. The National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas, and Biofuels (ANP) is currently debating a resolution to establish technical criteria differentiating transmission pipelines from distribution pipelines. While […]

VLCC market surges — fixtures reported at US$500,000/day

The VLCC freight market has entered extraordinary territory, with several short-term fixtures reportedly concluded at US$500,000 per day for periods of 30–90 days. Much of the activity appears linked to ADNOC Group, suggesting a sudden tightening in available prompt tonnage. Short-term fixtures reported * ROTTERDAM ENERGY (297k dwt, 2010) – 30–90 days T/C to ADNOC […]

Transpetro MR1 vessels: Ecovix leads the bid

Victory!ECOVIX strikes again. With the best equalized rate per vessel, ECOVIX leads the opening round in the dispute for the Transpetro MR1 tanker package, outbidding India’s SDHI and China’s DSOC (Dalian Shipbuilding Offshore). Once again, the Brazilian industry demonstrates that, under clear and transparent equalization criteria, local shipbuilding can compete head-to-head with major international yards. […]

International Women’s Day

On March 8th, we celebrate International Women’s Day, a date that goes far beyond tribute and invites us to recognize and appreciate the contribution of women across all sectors of society. In the energy and offshore industry, historically dominated by men, female participation has been steadily growing, driven by talent, expertise, and leadership. Over the […]

Open Tenders & More

WSB Advisors OPEN TENDERS An updated deadline was released within Petrobras’ ongoing offshore tenders. Below are the latest changes monitored by WSB Advisors. What has changed? • Petrobras — At least 1x FSC 10: Opportunity 7004536339, new deadline March 11th, 2026

Belov Arembepe in details

By Rafael Bortoloti Belov Engenharia began, in February 2026, the construction of Belov Arembepe, its newest SDSV (Shallow Diving Support Vessel). The vessel already enters service with a four-year charter contract signed with Petrobras and is scheduled for delivery in 2027, within a maximum timeframe of 18 months. Belov Arembepe is the fourth SDSV in […]

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 […]

Por onde anda? Comandante Airton

Por Onde Anda? — Comandante Airton Comandante Airton was built in 2014. Steel hull. Twin Scania DSI 12 engines. 18.75 metres in overall length (LOA). Designed from the outset for one purpose: heavy-duty work.Not to impress. Not to be the largest in the fleet. To work. “This vessel is a phenomenon. It never breaks down. […]

WSB Advisors in the press – Portos e Navios

Alexandre Vilela, CEO of WSB Advisors, was interviewed this week by Portos e Navios, analyzing the three transactions that impacted most the offshore market in 2026: Tidewater / WS Ultratug Offshore, OceanPact Serviços Marítimos / Companhia Brasileira de Offshore (CBO), and ASM Maritime / Maersk Supply Service Brasil. In the conversation, he detailed the strategic factors […]

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 […]

Special: WSB Norway

By Rafael Bortoloti Throughout 2025, we shared — here and across our social media channels — the inauguration of transfer of Westhon Headquarters to Teresópolis, a mountain city located approximately 100 km from our WSB office in Rio de Janeiro. Now, it is time to officially introduce WSB Norway, also launched last year in Kristiansand, […]

New Edition – One Energy magazine

One Energy Magazine — Issue 17 Now Available! In this edition of One Energy Magazine, you’ll find an exclusive interview with José Eduardo Leal Senior Sales Manager at Kongsberg Maritime, focused on technology and artificial intelligence in the maritime sector. This issue also features: A must-read. Click here to read:

Special WSB: Que fim levou? Consolidation without repricing

By Alexandre Vilela Consolidation Without RepricingOceanPact–CBO merger Bigger, But Not Yet RicherThe OceanPact–CBO merger and the economics behind the market’s restraint Brazil’s offshore sector has produced a bigger company. What it has not yet produced is a richer one. The merger between OceanPact and CBO represents one of the most consequential consolidation moves in the […]

PRIO – Wahoo field

PRIO announced on March 3 that it has received the Operating License for Wahoo field, in Campos Basin, from Instituto Brasileiro do Meio Ambiente e dos Recursos Naturais Renováveis (Ibama) — the final regulatory step before first oil. With commissioning in its final phase, production will take place via a subsea tieback to the FPSO […]

Special WSB: “Que fim levou?”

Consolidation Without Repricing Why the OceanPact–CBO merger did not trigger a market rerating Following the success of our “Por onde Anda?” section, we have a new backstage artist coming to town in WSB: “Que fim levou?” Above is the first topic. Stay tuned.

OceanPact and CBO announce combination agreement

OceanPact Serviços Marítimos S.A. announced it has signed an Association Agreement to merge with CBO Holding S.A., forming a combined offshore support company with 73 vessels and approximately R$13.6 billion in contracted backlog. OceanPact was advised by Itaú BBA as financial advisor in the transaction, with legal advisors to the parties including Mattos Filho (OceanPact) […]

Consortium signs agreement to acquire Maersk Supply Service Brazil

Open Tenders & More

Dear All, WSB is pleased to provide an update on the current long-term tenders that are open to offer. What has changed? What else is happening? Maersk Supply Service announced a new shareholder structure for its Brazil operations. The official statement is available on the company’s website: https://lnkd.in/dUAij2r

Belov Arembepe contracted by Petrobras

Belov Engenharia has signed a contract with Petrobras for the chartering of the SDSV Belov Arembepe, which will operate for the oil company for a period of four years. The agreement includes PPU-based remuneration components denominated in Brazilian reais and U.S. dollars, with a total contractual value (Service plus hire) of approximately R$ 680 million […]

Por onde anda? BGL 1

In the middle of Carnival in Brazil, while many people were joining the street parades… a 1,000-ton crane barge decided to leave. After years practically motionless, BGL 1 departed the pier at Cais da Ilha das Cobras without announcement, without statement and without, at least for now, a clear explanation. A discreet move for an […]

WSB Advisors — 2025 Yearbook Edition

Discover the Highlights of 2025 WSB Advisors presents its 2025 Yearbook — a comprehensive publication capturing the milestones, insights, and defining moments of the year. More than a retrospective, this edition reflects the company’s strategic growth, international expansion, and thought leadership across the maritime and offshore sectors.A consolidated view of strategy, execution, and market positioning […]