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Brazil and Panama sign landmark agreement to develop a Green Maritime Corridor
Agreement aims to accelerate the energy transition of maritime transport, focusing on sustainable fuels and logistics innovation Brazil and Panama announced last Wednesday (January 28) the signing of a strategic agreement to develop studies
Special WSB: Por onde anda? Bravante II
Forged to cross cycles — not just to fit a single market moment — Bravante II is one of those assets that, on the offshore Brazilian Battleship board, remained marked as operational while many peers had already been crossed out. Built in Br
WSB and Camorim: LH Comandante
WSB Advisors carried out, this Wednesday (1/28), a technical visit to the Camorim shipyard, located on Ilha da Conceição, in Niterói. The WSB delegation was composed of Pedro Pellegrini (Shipbroker / Naval Engineer), Paulo Henrique Cantergi
ANP: strategic decisions
The National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP) has advanced a broad set of regulatory and strategic decisions with implications for exploration policy, contractual frameworks, project development and Brazil’s energy transi
Breaking
1. Porto de Porto Alegre resumes long-haul navigation with Equinox Eagle arrival On 26 January 2026, Port of Porto Alegre (RS) resumed long-haul international navigation with arrival of bulk carrier Equinox Eagle, carrying approximately 11,
Open Tenders & More
Dear All, WSB is pleased to provide an update on the current long-term tenders that are open to offer. Open tenders: What has changed? What else is happening?
West Carina: Seadrill and Petrobras extend contract
Seadrill confirmed the extension of the contract for the seventh-generation drillship West Carina with Petrobras, securing the unit’s operations in Brazil until April 2026. The drillship has been active under contract with Petrobras since N
Special WSB: Por onde anda?
Launched in 2006 and 2007 respectively at Estaleiro Ilha S.A. (EISA), in Rio de Janeiro, the Platform Supply Vessels UP Topazio and UP Diamante represent a mature phase of Brazil’s offshore support vessel construction cycle, when local ship
Riograndense Refinery: R$ 6 bi
Petrobras announced plans to convert the Riograndense Refinery, located in Rio Grande (RS), into Brazil’s first biorefinery, marking a significant step in the company’s strategy to expand production of lower-carbon fuels. The announcement w
Mar Aberto Program
As reported by WSB Advisors, Petrobras and Transpetro – Petrobras Transporte S. A. held a contract-signing ceremony in Rio Grande (RS) on 20 January for the construction of 41 vessels under the “Mar Aberto” (Open Sea) program, totaling inve
Staff Announcement
Westhon Media, a company within the Westhon Group, announces the arrival of three new interns to its team this January 2026, reinforcing its commitment to talent development, technological innovation, and the growth of the local technology
Petrobras and Transpetro move forward with Mar Aberto Program
Ceremony marks the start of a new phase of investments in shipbuilding and fleet renewal, reinforcing local content and the recovery of the sector’s productive chain. Petrobras, together with Transpetro, takes a decisive step toward the rec
Open Tenders
An updated opportunity was released within Petrobras’ ongoing offshore tenders. Below are the latest changes monitored by WSB Advisors. What has changed? – Petrobras at least 1x FSC 25: Opportunity 7004490721 released January 13th, 2026. Wh
Brava strengthens Offshore Portfolio with Strategic Campos Basin acquisition
Brazil’s Brava Energia has announced a significant expansion of its upstream footprint with the acquisition of 50% stakes in the Tartaruga Verde field and Espadarte Module III from Malaysia’s Petronas, in a transaction valued at approximate
Por onde anda? GNL 1001 & GNL 1008
Within Brazil’s offshore support vessel landscape, Platform Supply Vessels GNL 1001 and GNL 1008 follow an uncommon trajectory — modern PSVs that moved from lay-up back toward a path of recovery and renewed operational relevance. Delivered
Equinor secures first Union oil cargo from Bacalhau
Equinor won PPSA’s 5th Spot Oil Auction, securing the first 1 million-barrel cargo of crude oil belonging to the Union from the Bacalhau field, in pre-salt Santos Basin. The cargo is scheduled for loading in late March 2026, marking the sta
PPSA holds 5th Spot Oil Auction as Global Majors Compete for First Bacalhau Cargo
On January 14, PPSA (Pré-Sal Petróleo S.A.) is conducting the 5th Spot Oil Auction for crude oil produced at the Bacalhau field, marking the start of commercialization of the Union’s oil from this asset. The field entered production on Octo
Tupi/Iracema back at 1 million bpd
On January 9, the Tupi/Iracema field, located in pre-salt Santos Basin, resumed production of 1 million barrels of oil per day, a level last achieved in 2019. The milestone confirms recovery of one of Brazil’s most strategic offshore assets
Saipem’s Castorone arrives in Brazil for Raia gas project
On 15 January 2026, Saipem’s pipelay vessel Castorone arrived in Brazil to start deepwater operations at Equinor’s Raia gas project, in the Campos Basin, about 200 km offshore Rio de Janeiro. The DP3 vessel will install pipelines in water d
Brava Energia appoints new CEO
Brava Energia announced that its Board of Directors accepted the resignation of CEO Décio Oddone as part of a planned succession process. Oddone will remain in office until January 31 to ensure an orderly transition. Richard Kovacs was appo
Petrobras amends FPSO Cidade de Angra dos Reis contracts
In January 2026, Petrobras executed amendments to the charter and service contracts of FPSO Cidade de Angra dos Reis, adjusting commercial and operational terms. The unit’s role in Petrobras’ production system remains unchanged, aligned wit
Brazilian Navy starts construction of 4th Tamandaré-class frigate
Brazilian Navy starts construction of 4th Tamandaré-class frigate On 9 January 2026, Brazilian Navy began construction of the fourth Tamandaré-class frigate (F203 Mariz e Barros) with a steel-cutting ceremony at TKMS Estaleiro Brasil Sul, i
Staff announcement — Pedro Pellegrini
Effective January 2026, Pedro Pellegrini has been promoted to Naval Engineer / Shipbroker at WSB Advisors. The move reflects a consistent development path built over nearly two years within the firm. Pedro joined WSB Advisors as an Intern i
Open Tenders and News
A revised deadline has been released by Petrobras for the FSC 10 opportunity therefore below follows an update as monitored by WSB Advisors: What Else is Happening?
Por onde anda? Danko Tide
Delivered in 2002, this 72m by 16m, DP-1 Platform Supply Vessel began her career in Brazil under Tidewater’s flag as Danko Tide, supporting the country’s offshore supply chain during a period of intense E&P activity. Built for reliability a