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Petrobras new tender
Petrobras has launched a new tender for the permanent abandonment of dry-completion offshore wells, decommissioning of jackets, and plugging of oil, gas, or water wells, including supply of materials. The opportunity, listed under number 70
AP Marine: new tanker barge
Azafran Shipyard, based in Belém, Pará, has launched the the AP 5 self-propelled tanker barge designed to transport BPF oil in Northern Brazil. It belongs to AP Marine fleet—a company focused on oil waste removal and recovery. Constructed f
WSB tips – Open tenders & more
By Pedro Pellegrini 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?
WSB and mountain bike
Fernando Vilela Covers First Two Rounds of MTB World Series in Araxá Fernando Vilela, YouTuber from Café na Trilha and CMO of WSB Advisors is heading to Araxá, Minas Gerais, this Friday (April 4). Invited by Rogério Bernardes Ferreira of Co
Wrap-up CERAWeek
Yesterday, Intcom Solutions organized the “Insights and Reflections: Post-CERAWeek Panel Discussion” at the WSB Advisors office. Around 30 leaders from the offshore and maritime industries are gathering to exchange insights and analyze the
Offshore Highlights
• Karoon Energy has resumed production at the Baúna Field in the Santos Basin after a 20-day planned maintenance. With the SPS-88 well back online, output increased to approximately 26,500 bopd, exceeding pre-shutdown levels. • The hull of
Petrobras Relaunches FPSO P-88 Tender for Albacora Field
By Rafael Bortoloti Petrobras has issued a new tender for the FPSO P-88, aiming to revitalize the Albacora Field in the Santos Basin. After canceling the previous process a year ago, the oil company is now relaunching the opportunity under
Intcom Hosts CERAWeek Wrap-Up in Brazil
This Thursday (April 3), Intcom, part of the Westhon Group, will host an exclusive CERAWeek wrap-up at WSB Advisors office, bringing together around 30 industry leaders to exchange insights and experiences from the largest O&G event in the
Special WSB: April 1
Offshore Myths – April 1st In Brazil, April 1st is known as Day of Lies, elsewhere know as April Fools’ Day. But today, WSB is breaking tradition by highlighting some of the biggest myths in the offshore industry: ⚓️ “Drill anywhere, and yo
Breaking news
• Constellation Oil Services has secured a contract with Petrobras for jackup rig operations. The Admarine 511, owned by ADES, will be mobilized for a plug and abandonment campaign in the shallow waters of the Sergipe, Alagoas, Ceará, and P
OSRV bid
Petrobras has released a classification bid result to charter up to two OSRV-105 vessels for a four-year contract. Compagnie Maritime Monégasque (CMM) stands out in the process, competing with two vessels, Celerity and TBN. Camorim Serviços
Special WSB: Story of Clara Vilela
By Rafael Bortoloti From Horse Fear to Dreaming of Professional Equestrianism: The Story of Clara Vilela The runner-up finish of 15-year-old rider Clara Vilela at the first stage of the 2025 RK FEERJ Beginner and Aspirant Show Jumping compe
WSB Advisors Breaking News
WSB Advisors Breaking News • MODEC has confirmed a Purchase and Sales Agreement and a 20-year Operations and Maintenance Contract with Shell for the FPSO at the Gato do Mato field.• Petrobras has identified hydrocarbons in an exploratory we
WSB tips – Open Tenders & More
By Pedro Pellegrini 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?
More opportunities in Brazil?
By Alexandre Vilela North Sea’s term and spot markets haven’t developed as expected and rates for large PSVs are still holding at the USD 20k gross vicinity for UK, Norwegian sectors. The proximity to the summer season is not followed by co
WSB and sports
WSB Advisors-sponsored athlete Clara Vilela, 15, and her horse, Voando Bay Equus Lúdico, secured second place in the first of 11 stages of the 2025 RK FEERJ. The event took place last weekend in Rio de Janeiro. Competing against 47 other pa
WSB tips – Open Tenders & More
Pedro Pellegrini 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?
Normand Ferking in Rio de Janeiro
By Rafael Bortoloti Solstad has confirmed the arrival of the AHTS Normand Ferking in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on March 7. According to Pedro Pellegrini, Shipbroker Intern at WSB Advisors, the vessel will begin a three-year contract with Petr
Gato do Mato: Shell confirms FID
Shell has made the Final Investment Decision (FID) for the Gato do Mato project in the Santos Basin, an asset secured by the company in 2017. The development plan includes an FPSO with a production capacity of up to 120,000 barrels per day,
Skandi Búzios: contract extension
Petrobras and DOF have extended the charter contract for the PLSV Skandi Búzios, securing its operations with the Brazilian oil company until September 2026. Originally set to expire in April 2025, the agreement, which began in August 2024,
Edison chouest: Kystdesign
The Edison Chouest Offshore Group has acquired Kystdesign, manufacturer of ROV systems, reinforcing its commitment to subsea innovation and expanding its capabilities in underwater robotics. This acquisition strengthens in-house solutions f
Strengthened bonds: WSB/Westhon and Syndarma/ABEAM
Ronaldo Lima, Senior Advisor at WSB and Board Member at Westhon, participated in a workshop in Rio de Janeiro on March 19, organized by Syndarma and ABEAM, to discuss the impact of tax reform on maritime support. With decades of experience
MPSV opportunity
By Rafael Bortoloti Petrobras has announced the results of its tender for the chartering of a MPSV (Multipurpose Supply Vessel), a bidding process launched last December. Petrobras will sign two contracts, one for chartering and another for
Sealink 178 in Rio de Janeiro
By Rafael Bortoloti Camorim has welcomed its newest MPSV, the SEALINK 178, to Rio de Janeiro, this month. The vessel left Malaysia in December and is set to begin a four-year contract with Petrobras, operating as a PSV 4500. Contract operat
Westhon around the world
Alvaro Antunes, CEO of Intcom Solutions, was invited by Roberto Furian ARDENGHY, President of IBP – Instituto Brasileiro de Petróleo e Gás, to attend CERAWeek, where he participated as a panelist in the discussion on “Connecting Global Inno