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Now Available! The latest edition of One. Energy features an exclusive interview with Fredric Fuerth, CEO of Asgaard Bourbon. Discover his career journey, insights into OSVs, and perspectives on the energy market. This issue also takes you behind the scenes of Grupo Bravante cozy cabin at the Maracanã and shares the inspiring stories of Fernando […]
OSVs renewal fleet: Petrobras' deals with Bram and Starnav
By Rafael Bortoloti Petrobras has signed contracts to build and charter 12 PSVs—six from Bramand six from Starnav,—totaling BRL 16.5 billion (USD 2.7 billion). Of this, BRL 5.2 billion (USD 0.83 billion) will support local content. The agreements include mobilization of approximately six years for construction and 12 firm years of operation. The vessels will […]
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 will increase Mero’s output by 31%, to a total of 770,000 boe/d. […]
A special recognition: Medal Tamandaré
By Alexandre Vilela "On December 13, last Friday, I was very happy and honored with this recognition by the esteemed Brazilian Navy, especially in the month that completes 50 years of professional career in our market (from the edge of the pier), it was an honor to receive the Tamandaré Medal of Merit. Bravo Zulu!", […]
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 contract emphasizes increasing local content. The second involves delivering two subsea raw seawater injection (RWI) systems for the […]
Where's my black cat? It's Friday the 13th!
By Alexandre Vilela On this spooky day, let’s dive into some salty seafarer superstitions and Frigga’s (Norse goddess of Friday) wisdom: No whistling! Unless you’re plotting mutiny or summoning a tempest, keep those lips sealed. (If you’re the cook, it’s okay—whistling means you’re not stealing the snacks!) Skip the scissors. Cutting your hair or nails […]
WSB Advisors at Asso31 Drydocking
Our team visited with Renave Shipyard AHTS Asso Trentuno drydocking yesterday (December 11). The vessel is being prepared for the new charter with Petrobras after successfully completing previous contract. WSB Advisors is pleased to service Augusta Offshore S.p.A. / Asso Marítima Navegação Ltda as brokers and beyond, a partnership that lasts for nearly a decade. […]
Brazilian Shipyard Industry: an insight
By Rafael Bortoloti Is the Brazilian Shipyard Industry on the Brink of a Revival? Can the recent bids for OSV newbuildings suggest promising signs for the resurgence of Brazil’s shipyard industry? Transpetro has advanced with the tender for four handy-size tankers, and Petrobras has reopened the bidding process for the construction of the SEAP I […]
ABL Group: a new purchase
By Rafael Bortoloti Last week, ABL Group acquires 100% of Proper Marine. Transaction highlights a key trend in the maritime industry? Recent cases: Wilson Sons sold to MSC Mediterranean Shipping CompanyA.P. Moller – Maersk acquired by DOFPRIO acquired Sinochem Petroleum Netherlands (40% of Pelegrino field)Boskalis acquired ALP Maritime Services3R Petroleum and Enauta merger, formed Brava […]
Gas in Colômbia: implications in Brazil
By Rafael Bortoloti Petrobras has confirmed the largest gas discovery in Colombia’s history at the Sirius-2 well, located 77 km offshore in 830 meters of water. The discovery exceeds 6 trillion cubic feet of gas, potentially boosting Colombia’s reserves by 200%. Production will begin with four wells, targeting 13 million cubic meters per day over […]
Prio concludes acquisition
PRIO concludes the acquisition of Sinochem Petroleum Netherlands for $1.915 billion. This includes a 40% stake in the Peregrino and Pitangola fields in the Campos Basin, with the remaining 60% held by Equinor. The transaction boosts PRIO’s production capacity by approximately 35,000 barrels per day—a 50% increase from its current average of 75,000 boe/d.
Brazil FPSO roadmap
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WSB and Intcom: AI Seminar
By Rafael Bortoloti Exploring AI in O&G: Intcom Solutions & Pix Force Seminar Intcom, in partnership with Pix Force, hosted last thursday (5/12) a seminar on the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence in the O&G sector. Raphael Montes, Proposals Manager & Partner at WSB Advisors, discussed trends in the naval sector, while Alvaro Antunes – […]
Camorim and C-Falcão
Camorim launched ASD tug C-Falcão, built by Detroit Brasil in Itajaí, Santa Catarina. C-Falcão is a sister ship to C-Fênix, delivered last week: 70 tons of bollard pull, 24.35 meters in length and 11 meters of beam. C-FÊNIX was delivered last week in Rio de Janeiro, on the occasion of the Camorim year end celebration […]
WSB Advisors at Bravante's shipyard
WSB – Brokerage and Beyond Wednesday 04th December Raphael Montes (Proposals Manager & Partner at WSB Advisors) and Pedro Pellegrini (Shipbroker Intern) had an agenda at São Miguel Shipyard in São Gonçalo, Bravante Group. The yard is busy with repair-work. Besides, our WSB client had the chance to witness the great quality of Bravante vessels […]
Petrobras tender update
By Alexandre Vilela Earlier this year, in March, WSB Advisors shared insights on Petrobras’s FPSOs SEAP I and II, predicting that securing their own units would be the most probable route, based on statements by Carlos Travassos at the time. Fast forward through two tender attempts, Petrobras has now returned to the market for the […]
WSB Advisors at Christmas Dinner
Last Friday (29th), WSB Advisors attended the NBCC – Norwegian Brazilian Chamber of Commerce – Christmas Dinner at Clube Caiçaras, Rio de Janeiro. The event was another fantastic opportunity organized by the NBCC, this time to celebrate 2024’s achievements. Proudly a Gold Sponsor, WSB joined Equinor, IKM Testing Brasil, Innovation Norway, OSM Thome and Yinson […]
Petrobras RFI Offshore wind
Petrobras has issued an RFI for a pioneering Offshore Wind pilot project near Porto do Açu, Rio de Janeiro. The initiative aims to install a high-capacity turbine (18MW+) 25km offshore, with 32km of submarine cables to form the interconnection system. The project may be contracted in parts or as a complete EPCI (Engineering, Procurement, Construction, […]
Brava signs contracts to develop Atlanta and Papa-Terra fields
Brava has announced the signing of three contracts for its first integrated development campaign in the Atlanta and Papa-Terra fields, with an option to develop the Malombe field through a tieback. The campaign will begin in 2025 and the contracts value, covering the first four wells, is approximately $200 million. – The Lone Star rig, […]
Atlantic Zonda in Rio de Janeiro
The drillship Atlantic Zonda, operated by Ventura Offshore, has arrived in Rio de Janeiro after departing from Singapore 45 days ago. The vessel will now begin a 36-month contract with Petrobras. This 7th-generation, dual-drilling rig, built on the Samsung 96K design, is capable of drilling in water depths of up to 12,000 feet.
Oil demand in Brazil and world
By Rafael Bortoloti In the release of its latest Strategic Plan, Petrobras presented a graph suggesting that global oil demand will drop significantly in the coming years: from 101 million barrels per day (bpd) to 64 million bpd by 2049. In contrast, Brazil is expected to see a modest increase, rising from 2.3 million bpd […]
Vast and Efen: partnership first step
By Daniel Buckley After signing a contract with Efen, Vast Infraestrutura completed its first operation at the Açu Liquid Terminal (TLA), a new terminal at the Port of Açu in São João da Barra. A few weeks ago, the infrastructure company took over operations at the site with the goal of transforming it into a […]
Camorim cocktail party 2024
By Rafael Bortoloti Our shipbroking team was invited by Camorim to attend their end-of-year cocktail party at Marina da Glória, Rio de Janeiro. The event also served as a celebration of the delivery of the company's newest acquisition: the C Fênix. The ASD tug was built in Itajaí and is the first of five vessels […]
A Special recognition – Amigo da Marinha Medal
"I am deeply honored to receive the Amigo da Marinha medal, the Invictus Brazilian Navy Marinha do Brasil recognition for services to the Brazilian Navy. This achievement holds special meaning as I reflect on 2024, the year I celebrate 25 years of dedication to the merchant marine. The journey began humbly when I first walked […]
Petrobras' Srategic Plan
Last week, Petrobras released its renewesd Strategic Plan, now covering the period from 2025 to 2029. Here are some highlights from the oil company's document: – The company plans to invest $111 billion across all areas, a 9% increase compared to the forecast for the 2024-2028 period. – Of this total, $77 billion will be […]