Is the Brazilian Shipyard Industry on the Brink of a Revival?
Can the recent bids for OSV newbuildings suggest promising signs for the resurgence of Brazil’s shipyard industry?
Transpetro has advanced with the tender for four handy-size tankers, and Petrobras has reopened the bidding process for the construction of the SEAP I and SEAP II FPSOs, emphasizing the importance of Local Content.
At this week’s FPSO Supply Connections event, Petrobras President Magda Chambriard reaffirmed the company’s commitment to creating opportunities for the national industry, driving job creation and economic growth.
Could this mark the beginning of a new chapter for Brazilian shipyards?
Category: Last News
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Brazilian Shipyard Industry: an insight
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ABL Group: a new purchase
By Rafael Bortoloti
Last week, ABL Group acquires 100% of Proper Marine. Transaction highlights a key trend in the maritime industry?
Recent cases:
Wilson Sons sold to MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company
A.P. Moller – Maersk acquired by DOF
PRIO acquired Sinochem Petroleum Netherlands (40% of Pelegrino field)
Boskalis acquired ALP Maritime Services
3R Petroleum and Enauta merger, formed Brava
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Gas in Colômbia: implications in Brazil
Petrobras has confirmed the largest gas discovery in Colombia’s history at the Sirius-2 well, located 77 km offshore in 830 meters of water. The discovery exceeds 6 trillion cubic feet of gas, potentially boosting Colombia’s reserves by 200%.
Production will begin with four wells, targeting 13 million cubic meters per day over the next decade. Petrobras owns 44.44% of the block, with Ecopetrol holding the remainder.
The consortium plans $1.2 billion in exploration and $2.9 billion in production investments, aligned with Petrobras’ 2025-2029 Business Plan. While the gas will serve Colombia’s needs, Brazil will benefit economically as Petrobras operates the project, and Brazilian professionals may contribute to its execution.
This discovery in the Guajira Offshore Basin, characterized by Tertiary sediments, is geologically distinct from Brazil’s Equatorial Margin. Operational logistics, such as OSVs, are expected to come from the U.S., given the proximity, says Anidio Correa, R&D – Environment Projects Lead at WSB Advisors. -
Prio concludes acquisition
PRIO concludes the acquisition of Sinochem Petroleum Netherlands for $1.915 billion. This includes a 40% stake in the Peregrino and Pitangola fields in the Campos Basin, with the remaining 60% held by Equinor.
The transaction boosts PRIO’s production capacity by approximately 35,000 barrels per day—a 50% increase from its current average of 75,000 boe/d. -
Brazil FPSO roadmap
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WSB and Intcom: AI Seminar
Exploring AI in O&G: Intcom Solutions & Pix Force Seminar
Intcom, in partnership with Pix Force, hosted last thursday (5/12) a seminar on the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence in the O&G sector.
Raphael Montes, Proposals Manager & Partner at WSB Advisors, discussed trends in the naval sector, while Alvaro Antunes – CEO at Intcom and Daniel Moura – CEO at PiX Force, showcased advanced AI solutions like Blue Opex, which enhance risk management, optimize production, and improve decision-making.
To celebrate the occasion, Intcom honored long-standing partnerships with Wilson Sons and GRUPO CBO – Companhia Brasileira de Offshore, presenting them with a special token of gratitude for over a decade of collaboration. The event concluded with an intimate and informal social gathering at Westhon’s Rooftop, further strengthening connections with our esteemed guests.
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WSB Advisors at Bravante’s shipyard
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Wednesday 04th December Raphael Montes (Proposals Manager & Partner at WSB Advisors) and Pedro Pellegrini (Shipbroker Intern) had an agenda at São Miguel Shipyard in São Gonçalo, Bravante Group.
The yard is busy with repair-work. Besides, our WSB client had the chance to witness the great quality of Bravante vessels occasionally berthed on this opportunity: Bravante II and Mar Limpo III and VI.
Working outside the fancy office walls in Rio Branco avenue is the best part of a knowledgeable commercial team. We also gather some information for WSB.One, the most comprehensive database in the market.
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Camorim and C-Falcão
Camorim launched ASD tug C-Falcão, built by Detroit Brasil in Itajaí, Santa Catarina. C-Falcão is a sister ship to C-Fênix, delivered last week: 70 tons of bollard pull, 24.35 meters in length and 11 meters of beam.
C-FÊNIX was delivered last week in Rio de Janeiro, on the occasion of the Camorim year end celebration in Marina da Glória where WSB Advisors had the honor to visit and watch the christening by Lalesca Costa. These deliveries are part of five ASD tugs ordered. Next on the line: C-Albatroz, C-Condor and C-Harpia.
Camorim fleet currently exceeds 140 vessels, including PSVs, AHTSs, barges, launches, floating docks, and LHs. -
Petrobras tender update
Earlier this year, in March, WSB Advisors shared insights on Petrobras’s FPSOs SEAP I and II, predicting that securing their own units would be the most probable route, based on statements by Carlos Travassos at the time.
Fast forward through two tender attempts, Petrobras has now returned to the market for the third time with a Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) model. Under this model, the contractor is tasked with designing, constructing, delivering, and operating the units for a specific period before transferring both the asset and its operations to Petrobras.
What’s new this time? SEAP II is now a firm commitment, while SEAP I has been set as an optional requirement. Petrobras believes the BOT model will tackle two critical aspects: accelerating delivery timelines and optimizing financing, while ultimately reducing operational costs once the units are fully transferred.
Traditionally, chartered units are delivered faster but come with higher costs, while owned units, though more affordable in the long run, often face extended delivery timelines. It will be interesting to see how this BOT approach unfolds for these critical FPSO projects.
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WSB Advisors at Christmas Dinner
Last Friday (29th), WSB Advisors attended the NBCC – Norwegian Brazilian Chamber of Commerce – Christmas Dinner at Clube Caiçaras, Rio de Janeiro. The event was another fantastic opportunity organized by the NBCC, this time to celebrate 2024’s achievements.
Proudly a Gold Sponsor, WSB joined Equinor, IKM Testing Brasil, Innovation Norway, OSM Thome and Yinson to support in this category. The gathering brought together around 100 attendees, including valued friends from Prosafe, Aalborg, Altera Infrastructure, Knot, and more.In the picture, from left to the right: Pedro Pellegrini (Shipbroking Intern), Daniel Buckley (Chartering Manager), Alexandre Vilela (CEO), Raphael Montes and Genésio Ramos.
We congratulate the NBCC on hosting this memorable evening and look forward to our continued partnership in 2025 and beyond.
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Petrobras RFI Offshore wind
Petrobras has issued an RFI for a pioneering Offshore Wind pilot project near Porto do Açu, Rio de Janeiro. The initiative aims to install a high-capacity turbine (18MW+) 25km offshore, with 32km of submarine cables to form the interconnection system. The project may be contracted in parts or as a complete EPCI (Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Installation) package.
Set to launch operations by September 2028, the facility will supply power to the grid, off-grid projects, or support the electrification of E&P activities.
This international RFI invites global expertise, particularly from regions like the North Sea, to strengthen Petrobras’ capabilities in offshore wind and foster the development of a robust supply chain for Brazil’s energy transition.
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Brava signs contracts to develop Atlanta and Papa-Terra fields
Brava has announced the signing of three contracts for its first integrated development campaign in the Atlanta and Papa-Terra fields, with an option to develop the Malombe field through a tieback.
The campaign will begin in 2025 and the contracts value, covering the first four wells, is approximately $200 million.
– The Lone Star rig, provided by Constellation Oil Services, will drill and complete the wells in the Atlanta and Papa-Terra fields, with the possibility of a fifth well, to be decided by Brava.
– OneSubsea will supply two wet Christmas Trees, safety equipment used in oil extraction, for the Atlanta field. The equipment for the Papa-Terra and Malombe fields is already in place.
– Baker Hughes will provide flowlines and risers for the Atlanta wells, with an option for Malombe. Existing flowlines will be used for the Papa-Terra wells.