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SAAM Towage places order for four ASD tugboats at Belov
Chilean company SAAM Towage, one of the world’s largest port tug operators, has placed an order with Belov Shipyard, in Bahia, Brazil, for the construction of four new azimuth stern drive (ASD) tugboats. Each vessel will feature 70 tonnes o
Special WSB: Por onde anda? Norksan Copacabana
The name Skandi Copacabana became associated with an important phase of offshore support navigation in Brazil. Before operating under that name, the vessel was registered as Norskan Copacabana. Built in 2005 at Estaleiro Ilha, in Rio de Jan
Brazil and Norway: A rivalry on sunday, a partnership every day
On Sunday, Brazil and Norway will meet on the football pitch. In the offshore industry, however, the relationship between the two countries has long been built on partnership. Over the years, Norway has become one of Brazil’s most important
ANP releases list of companies eligible for OPP4 and OPC6 licensing rounds
Brazil’s National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP) has released the list of companies with active registrations eligible to participate in the 4th Permanent Production Sharing Offer (OPP4) and the 6th Permanent Concession
MODEC and Eld Energy partner to develop SOFC power generation system for FPSOs
MODEC and Eld Energy have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a 1.2 MW solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC)-based power system integrated with carbon capture for future FPSO applications. Under the agreement, Eld Energy will lead the de
Búzios field sets new production record of 1.2 million barrels per day
Petrobras announced that the Búzios field, located in the pre-salt Santos Basin, set a new production record by reaching an average of 1.2 million barrels of oil per day on June 26, just three days after surpassing the historic milestone of
Open Tenders
By Maria Eduarda Camba WSB Advisors — Open Tenders Dear All, The following offshore opportunities have received updates in recent days. Here are the latest developments monitored by WSB Advisors. What has changed? Stay informed on key offsh
Cade approves Subsea7-Saipem merger
Brazil’s Administrative Council for Economic Defense (Cade) has approved, without restrictions, the proposed merger between Subsea7 and Saipem. The transaction, which will combine Saipem and Subsea7 into one of the world’s largest offshore
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 Braz
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 la
Special WSB: 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 adv
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
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, b
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 apo
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 FPSO
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 petrole
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, 20
Special WSB: 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 Gr
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 ex
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
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 a
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 pub
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 J
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$44