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Búzios field reaches record production of 1.1 million barrels per day
Brazil’s Búzios pre-salt field reached a record average production of 1.1 million barrels of oil per day, surpassing the previous milestone of 1 million bpd achieved in October 2025. Operated by Petrobras in the Santos Basin, Búzios is Brazil’s largest producing offshore oil field and accounts for nearly one-third of Petrobras’ operated production in Brazil. […]
Brazilian Navy launches third Tamandaré-class frigate
The Brazilian Navy will hold the launching and christening ceremony of the frigate Cunha Moreira (F202) this Thursday in Itajaí. The vessel is the third of four ships being built under the Tamandaré-class frigate program, one of Brazil’s largest naval shipbuilding programs. Built in Brazil by the Águas Azuis Consortium, the program combines technology transfer, […]
Por onde anda? MSC Baltic III
Por Onde Anda? – MSC Baltic III The date was February 2025. The MSC Baltic III was sailing off the west coast of Newfoundland, Canada, when it reported a loss of power near the entrance to Bay of Islands. Sea and weather conditions were adverse. Unable to secure an anchor, the containership eventually ran aground […]
Petrobras and Pemex: MoU details
Following the recent signing of their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), Petrobras and Pemex have outlined the first areas of cooperation to be evaluated under the agreement, providing greater visibility into the strategic direction of the partnership. In the exploration and production segment, the companies will assess opportunities involving mature fields, seismic reprocessing and deepwater and […]
Coming Soon: WSB Seminar – Save the date
WSB Advisors is pleased to announce the upcoming 8th edition of the WSB Advisors Seminar, our flagship event dedicated to Brazil’s offshore and maritime industries. Over the years, the seminar has established itself as a high-level forum, bringing together investors, CEOs, presidents, directors and senior executives to discuss the issues shaping the future of the […]
Open Tenders & More
By Maria Eduarda Camba 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?
Office-Floor Rebelion: Capital Maritma
By Westhon Media Rio de Janeiro A rebelião no chão de escritório da Capital Marítima O primeiro sinal visível de uma crise de governança nem sempre é uma petição judicial. Às vezes, é um escritório vazio. Na Capital Marítima, empresa de apoio marítimo offshore recentemente criada e ligada ao Ace Defender, funcionários de terra declararam […]
Libra consortium launches offshore Power Grid study for Mero
The Libra Consortium, led by Petrobras, has signed a contract with the Electric Energy Research Center (CEPEL) to develop the Power Grid project, an initiative that will assess the feasibility of electrically interconnecting up to five FPSOs operating in the Mero Field, in Brazil’s Santos Basin pre-salt. The two-year study will evaluate the technical and […]
Transpetro signs contract for four new MR1 tankers
Transpetro has signed a US$427 million contract with Ecovix’s Rio Grande shipyard for the construction of four MR1-class tankers, each with a deadweight capacity of approximately 40,000 tons. The vessels will transport crude oil and petroleum products along the Brazilian coast as part of the company’s fleet renewal and expansion strategy. The contract stems from […]
Petrobras extends newbuild AHTS tender to July 21
Petrobras has extended the submission deadline for Opportunity No. 7004345558, covering the chartering of up to two newbuild Anchor Handling Tug Supply (AHTS) vessels with specialized technical services. Proposals are now due on July 21, 2026. The extension follows recent amendments to the tender documentation, including new requirements related to shipyard commitments and financing arrangements. […]
Por onde anda? Bravante VI
The former Brazilian PSV now operating as a Service Operation Vessel in the United States. The Bravante VI (IMO 9645621) followed a path that differs from most of the vessels featured in this series. Built in 2014 by Eastern Shipbuilding Group in Florida, the vessel was delivered to Boldini S.A., a company of Brazil’s Bravante […]
Wahoo reaches planned Production capacity as PRIO completes well startup production
PRIO announced the completion of the fourth and final producing well planned for the Wahoo Field development, bringing the project to its initial production configuration in Brazil’s Campos Basin. With all four wells now online, Wahoo is expected to operate at its planned production capacity of approximately 40,000 barrels of oil per day, with each […]
Petrobras extends NB AHTS bid following recent amendments
Petrobras has extended the submission deadline for Opportunity No. 7004345558, covering the long-term chartering of up to two newbuild Anchor Handling Tug Supply (AHTS) vessels, together with specialized technical services. According to the latest update published on Petronect, proposals are now due on June 22, 2026. The extension follows a series of recent amendments to […]
Petrobras and Pemex prepare techinal cooperation protocol
Petrobras is preparing to formalize a cooperation protocol with Pemex, creating a structured channel for technical dialogue between two of Latin America’s largest state-owned energy companies. The agreement is expected to cover areas such as exploration and production, refining, petrochemicals, fertilizers, decarbonization and technology. Rather than pointing to any specific project, the protocol should be […]
Brava receives green light for Ecopetrol acquisition
Brava Energia has secured approval from the remaining bondholders required for the acquisition of its controlling stake by Ecopetrol Investimentos do Brasil, satisfying one of the precedent key conditions precedent established under the public tender offer launched by the Colombian energy company. With bondholder consent now in place, the transaction moves closer to completion, subject […]
Open Tenders & More
Dear All, WSB Advisors continues to track key offshore contracting activity in Brazil. Below are the latest tender updates currently open to the market. What has changed? • Petrobras — At least 1x FSC: Opportunity 7004601531, new deadline June 23rd, 2026• Petrobras — At least 1x OSRV 105: Opportunity 7004497861, new deadline June 24th, 2026 […]
Petrobras advances offshore decommissioning with new R$443.7 million contract
Petrobras has awarded another significant contract as part of its offshore decommissioning strategy, reinforcing the growing pace of activity in one of the Brazilian offshore industry’s fastest-expanding segments. OceanPact secured the R$443.7 million contract to perform specialized subsea decommissioning services involving the disconnection and recovery of flexible risers and umbilicals associated with the P-18 platform […]
Petrobras and Equinor expand partnership in the Campos Basin
Petrobras has signed an agreement to acquire a 50% stake in the Itaimbezinho block, offshore in the Campos Basin, from Equinor. With the deal, the consortium will have Equinor as operator with 50%, Petrobras with 50%, and PPSA as manager of the production-sharing contract. The acquisition strengthens the company’s presence in the region, where it […]
Por onde anda? Vega Chaser
Some vessels carry more than an IMO number. They carry the memory of a market being built. Vega Chaser is one of them. Back in 2013, through the former Westshore, we were directly involved in the successful delivery of a series of vessels contracted by Petrobras under the newly created Vega Offshore platform in Brazil. […]
Magda Chambriard assumes chairmanship of Braskem’s Board of Directors
After her nomination was announced during the first quarter of 2026, Petrobras President Magda Chambriard has officially assumed the position of Chair of Braskem’s Board of Directors. The appointment reinforces Petrobras’ participation in the governance of the petrochemical company and represents another step in Braskem’s ongoing corporate reorganization process, a topic closely followed by the […]
Petrobras advances tenders and contracting activities for Sergipe
Petrobras continues to advance the contracting phase of the Sergipe Deepwater Project (SEAP) following the approval of investments for both SEAP I and SEAP II. Among the main recent developments are the progress of the competitive process for the P-81 and P-87 FPSOs, which are expected to serve the project’s first two modules, as well […]
Petrobras begins gradual reoccupation of Edise
Petrobras has initiated the gradual reoccupation of the Edise building in downtown Rio de Janeiro. The move marks a new phase in the utilization of the company’s main corporate office and will be officially celebrated during an event attended by President Magda Chambriard, executive directors and invited authorities.
Ocean Installer enters Brazilian offshore market
Ocean Installer has secured its first contract in Brazil through Equinor’s Bacalhau development, marking the Norwegian company’s official entry into one of the world’s most active offshore markets. Announced on June 3, the award covers installation of rigid jumpers between flowlines and subsea trees, flying leads installation and pre-commissioning activities for multiple wells in Bacalhau […]
Introducing WSB One 2.0
Less than a month ago, WSB Advisors launched WSB One 2.0, the newest generation of our maritime and offshore intelligence platform. The offshore market has changed dramatically over the past few years. Newbuilding programs are returning, fleet renewal is accelerating, chartering activity is increasing, and investment decisions are becoming more dependent on accurate, real-time information. […]
Open Tenders
Dear All, WSB is pleased to provide an update on the current long-term tenders that are open to offer.