Sapura esmeralda gets Petrobras contract extension

Sapura Navegação has recently announced a two years extension of charter and service contract for its pipe laying vessel Sapura Esmeralda by Petrobras. The 300tons lay tower capacity Brazilian flag PLSV has been working for Petrobras since 2016 providing services and charter for the installation and recovery of flexible pipes in water depth of up to 2500m. The extension is in direct continuation of the current contract. Sapura’s pipe laying fleet is composed of another 5 vessels also in long term contract with Petrobras. It is noteworthy that Petrobras has a PLSV tender open for proposals which is expected to be closed on August 19th.