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PPSA auction
The National Energy Policy Council (CNPE) has approved a resolution authorizing Pré-Sal Petróleo (PPSA) to conduct Brazil’s first auction for the sale of the Union’s rights and obligations under Production Individualization Agreements (AIPs). The process covers uncontracted areas of the Mero, Atapu, and Tupi shared reservoirs, all operated by Petrobras. The unprecedented measure establishes the […]
Petrobras SOV BID
Petrobras has released the commercial ranking of the bid to charter up to six Service Operation Vessels (SOVs), under Opportunity 7004478234, which has been open for three months. Bidders in general submitted competitive offers, with Solstad taking the lead in Lot A. Another highlight is CMM’s Norwind Storm. Although positioned to be awarded, the vessel […]
FPSO P-78 in Brazil
The FPSO P-78 arrived this Tuesday (September 30) at the Búzios Field, in the Santos Basin, located in ultra-deep waters up to 2,100 meters deep and about 180 km off the coast of Rio de Janeiro. The unit departed from the Benoi shipyard in Singapore on July 13 and will soon begin operations for Petrobras. […]
Bid postponed
Petrobras has postponed the bid deadline to charter up to 6 PSVs (Opportunity 7004439824) to October 20, 2025—extending the original October 3 deadline.
DOF awarded
DOF has been awarded three contracts from Petrobras valued at USD 390 million for underwater inspections across the Santos, Campos and Espírito Santo basins. Over 4,000 inspections are planned, with operations beginning in 2026 over a three-year term.
Baker Hughes secures contract with Petrobras
Baker Hughes has secured a contract with Petrobras to supply up to 50 subsea tree systems and related services, to be deployed across fields including Albacora, Jubarte and pre-salt projects, like Mero and Búzios. Procurement and manufacturing are expected to begin in Q3 2025.
Amazon shipbuilding initiative
The Ministry of Ports and Airports has announced BRL 1.7 billion from the Merchant Marine Fund (FMM) to build 188 vessels in Amazonas. The works will be carried out by LHG Mining and Hermasa. In addition, upgrades were inaugurated at the ports of Envira and Eirunepé. The initiative aims to boost the shipbuilding industry, reduce […]
Offshore Insights
– On September 24, 2025, Brazil’s Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade and Services (MDIC) granted preliminary approval for Petrobras’ request to apply accelerated depreciation quotas to 16 of the 25 tankers and gas carriers included in Transpetro/Petrobras TP25 fleet renewal program. The approval covers four Handy-class vessels, eight gas carriers and four MR-1 vessels currently […]
Petrobras, Exxon Mobil, and TechnipFMC Raise Concerns to CADE
The proposed merger between Italy’s Saipem and Norway’s Subsea 7, aimed at creating a new entity in the subsea services sector, is currently under review by Brazil’s Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE). Major oil and gas industry players, including Petrobras, Exxon Mobil, and TechnipFMC, have formally submitted documents expressing their concerns regarding the operation. […]
Ibama approves assesment for Equatorial Margin
Petrobras announced on Wednesday night (September 24) that Brazil’s environmental regulator Ibama approved its Pre-Operational Assessment (APO) for exploration in the Equatorial Margin, located in the country’s Northeast. The APO served as a simulation designed to rigorously test Petrobras’ operational capacity while ensuring environmental safeguards. The approval clears the path for Ibama to soon grant […]
Brazilian industry sees strategic movements amidst market shifts
Following the discussion on Starnav’s significant fleet expansion and ongoing naval construction, the broader Brazilian naval industry continues to demonstrate strategic activity. Starnav’s proactive construction of two PSVs, initiated based on market speculation, showcased an anticipation of fleet aging trends and emerging demand within the Brazilian Offshore Support Vessel (OSV) segment. Concurrently, the state of […]
Starnav expands fleet
The BNDES (Brazilian National Development Bank) has announced a R$2.5 billion financing package for Starnav. This capital injection is designated for the construction of eight new offshore vessels, specifically four PSVs and four OSRVs, at Starnav’s Detroit Brasil shipyard in Itajaí, Santa Catarina. Funds are sourced from the Merchant Marine Fund (FMM). These vessels are […]
Transpetro Gas Carrier – Prelimiary Results
On September 22, 2025, Transpetro closed the bid opening for eight new gas carriers under the TP-25 program. The tender rules included a local content bonus for Brazilian shipyards and a penalty for foreign proposals, which shaped the equalized results now under review. In Lot A (three vessels of 10,000 GT), KIT L.L.C emerged in […]
A Brazilian giant spotted in Angra dos Reis
By Alexandre Vilela September 21 – From onboard WSB’s The Becrux, I had the privilege of capturing the AHTS Bram Offshore Bram Atlas as she departed Angra, heading toward Macaé on a brilliant day to close the Winter season. Crossing paths with a Chouest vessel is always a special moment — my salute to the […]
New operation at Roncador field
The drillship Tidal Action has started operations this week in the Roncador field, Campos Basin, under charter with Petrobras. The project was developed in partnership with Hanwha Drilling, which supported the mobilization and acceptance process of the unit. As part of the operation’s logistics, WSB Advisors participated in the charter of the PSV Singrar, operated […]
Petrobras Launches First CCS Pilot
Petrobras has approved the construction of the São Tomé CCS Pilot Project in Macaé (RJ), Brazil’s first integrated carbon capture and storage (CCS) initiative. The project will test technologies to capture, transport and inject up to 100,000 tons of CO₂ annually into a deep saline reservoir over three years starting in 2028, under close monitoring […]
Baker Hughes expands deal with Petrobras
Baker Hughes has signed a multi-year agreement with Petrobras to expand the use of the stimulation vessels Blue Marlin and Blue Orca in Brazil’s offshore oil and gas production. The contract also covers chemical supply and technical services, with the vessels set to enhance well stimulation in both pre-salt and post-salt fields. Equipped with advanced […]
AHTS bid: new deadline
Meanwhile, Petrobras has extended the deadline for its tender to charter at least one OSRV 105 vessel AGAIN (Opportunity 7004492154). The new deadline is this Friday, September 19. Stay informed on key offshore developments — visit wsb-one.com, our data platform trusted by leading offshore companies, and learn more about our advisory services at cms.oneenergynews.com.
Agreement between Oceanpact and Trident
OceanPact has secured a landmark contract worth over BRL 1 billion with Trident Energy to execute an offshore decommissioning campaign in the Campos Basin. Covering subsea infrastructure from platforms P-07, P-12 and P-15, the three-year project, starting in early 2026, will follow the EPRD model, combining engineering, preparation, removal and final disposal. The company will […]
Foresea develops new technology
Foresea is developing a world-first technology package that will allow deepwater drillships to safely operate in shallow-water wells of less than 400 meters. The initiative, created in partnership with Petrobras and international providers, will debut on the Norbe VIII drillship, with factory tests starting in the second half of 2025. The solution integrates cutting-edge systems […]
Open Tenders
Dear All, WSB is pleased to provide an update on the current long-term tenders that are open to offer. By Maria Eduarda Camba What has changed? What else is happening?
Hanwha Ocean: plans in Brazil
South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean, one of the world’s leading shipbuilders, is weighing the establishment of a shipyard in Niterói, Rio de Janeiro. According to industry reports, the company is in talks with local partners to meet content requirements tied to Petrobras projects. Among the drivers behind this move is Petrobras’ ongoing tender for the FPSO […]
Prio 2026
PRIO is gearing up for a landmark year in 2026 with two major subsea tie-backs that could significantly enhance its production profile in the Campos Basin. The first, and by far most ambitious, is Wahoo–Frade: approximately 30 km of subsea connection between the Wahoo field and the FPSO Valente (formerly FPSO Frade). The project is […]
Investments & Innovation – Rio Pipeline and FPSOs
The Rio Pipeline & Logistics 2025 kicked off yesterday (November 9), bringing together leaders from the pipeline, transport and logistics sectors in Rio de Janeiro. Organized by the Brazilian Institute of Oil and Gas (IBP), the event runs until Thursday (November 11). At the opening session, IBP President Roberto Ardenghy highlighted the inclusion of logistics […]
Open Tenders
By Maria Eduarda Camba WSB Advisors is pleased to share an update on Petrobras’ ongoing long-term tenders. Over the past week, several opportunities have had their deadlines extended or specifications adjusted. What has changed? • Up to 6x SOVs: Opportunity 7004478234 – new deadline September 23rd, 2025;• At least 1x LH: Opportunity 7004497614 – new […]