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  • FPSO P-91 bid

    FPSO P-91 bid

    Petrobras has started the BID for the construction of the FPSO Búzios 12 (P-91), which will be installed in the Santos Basin (Rio de Janeiro) and serve as a hub for natural gas export. The unit will process both its own production and gas from other platforms in the Búzios field. It will have the capacity to produce 180,000 barrels of oil and 12 million cubic meters of gas per day, connected to 16 wells.

    The gas will be transported to the Boaventura Energy Complex via the Rota 3 pipeline. The project is a partnership between Petrobras, CNPC, and CNOOC, reinforcing Búzios as the company’s main production field. The contract follows the BOT (Build-Operate-Transfer) model and requires a minimum of 25% local content.

  • PPSA auction

    PPSA auction

    The National Energy Policy Council (CNPE) has approved a resolution authorizing Pré-Sal Petróleo (PPSA) to conduct Brazil’s first auction for the sale of the Union’s rights and obligations under Production Individualization Agreements (AIPs). The process covers uncontracted areas of the Mero, Atapu, and Tupi shared reservoirs, all operated by Petrobras.

    The unprecedented measure establishes the technical and economic parameters for the bidding process, including the minimum price to be observed by PPSA. The auction is expected to raise R$ 14.8 billion for the Union, a figure already included in the government’s revenue projections.

    PPSA is expected to publish a public notice detailing the minimum bid amounts and other conditions. The auction winner will assume the Union’s rights and obligations in line with existing contracts, including requirements for decommissioning, environmental recovery and operational continuity.

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  • Petrobras SOV BID

    Petrobras SOV BID

    Petrobras has released the commercial ranking of the bid to charter up to six Service Operation Vessels (SOVs), under Opportunity 7004478234, which has been open for three months. Bidders in general submitted competitive offers, with Solstad taking the lead in Lot A. Another highlight is CMM’s Norwind Storm. Although positioned to be awarded, the vessel is already committed to another Petrobras SOV tender. In Lot B, Posidonia stood out with the Pelagic Walu, offering a daily rate below USD 69,000.

    Lot A covers up to three SOVs with delivery expected by June 2026, while Lot B includes up to six SOVs with delivery expected by September 2026. However, three of the vessels in Lot B will only be contracted if Lot A is not awarded in full.

    To qualify, vessels must provide accommodation for at least 60 people, be equipped with DP2 capability, a gangway and a 200 m² deck area, among other requirements.

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  • Bid postponed

    Bid postponed

    Petrobras has postponed the bid deadline to charter up to 6 PSVs (Opportunity 7004439824) to October 20, 2025—extending the original October 3 deadline.

  • DOF awarded

    DOF awarded

    DOF has been awarded three contracts from Petrobras valued at USD 390 million for underwater inspections across the Santos, Campos and Espírito Santo basins. Over 4,000 inspections are planned, with operations beginning in 2026 over a three-year term.

  • Baker Hughes secures contract with Petrobras

    Baker Hughes secures contract with Petrobras

    Baker Hughes has secured a contract with Petrobras to supply up to 50 subsea tree systems and related services, to be deployed across fields including Albacora, Jubarte and pre-salt projects, like Mero and Búzios. Procurement and manufacturing are expected to begin in Q3 2025.

  • Brazilian industry sees strategic movements amidst market shifts

    Brazilian industry sees strategic movements amidst market shifts

    Following the discussion on Starnav’s significant fleet expansion and ongoing naval construction, the broader Brazilian naval industry continues to demonstrate strategic activity. Starnav’s proactive construction of two PSVs, initiated based on market speculation, showcased an anticipation of fleet aging trends and emerging demand within the Brazilian Offshore Support Vessel (OSV) segment. Concurrently, the state of Santa Catarina has been a focal point for additional industry movements.

    The BNDES has initiated a public selection process for a partner to conduct a technical study on the naval industry, backed by a budget of up to R$8 million. The study’s objective is to formulate policy proposals for the sector, with a focus on aligning with decarbonization goals and the energy transition. This analysis will incorporate national and international experiences, addressing productive, geopolitical, environmental considerations and establish an updated industry database.

    Transpetro has confirmed its support for this initiative. Furthermore, Transpetro recently concluded the proposal submission phase for the construction of eight new gas carriers under its TP-25 program. The tender’s structure included provisions for local content bonuses for Brazilian shipyards and penalties for foreign proposals, directly influencing the equalized results currently under evaluation.

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  • Starnav expands fleet

    Starnav expands fleet

    The BNDES (Brazilian National Development Bank) has announced a R$2.5 billion financing package for Starnav. This capital injection is designated for the construction of eight new offshore vessels, specifically four PSVs and four OSRVs, at Starnav’s Detroit Brasil shipyard in Itajaí, Santa Catarina.

    Funds are sourced from the Merchant Marine Fund (FMM). These vessels are secured by 12-year charter contracts with Petrobras, providing direct operational mandates. Deliveries are scheduled over 1,820 days, extending until 2030, and the BNDES financing covers approximately 70% of Starnav’s projected total investment of R$2.9 billion.

    WSB Advisors highlights that these four new PSVs will join two other PSVs already in varying stages of construction, one nearing completion and another in initial stages, which were part of an open bid by Petrobras last year.

    With these additions, WSB-One.com reports that Starnav’s fleet will expand significantly. The total of 10 new vessels – comprising four OSRVs, two PSVs currently under construction and four PSVs yet to be built – will increase the fleet by nearly 50%, raising the total from 18 to 28 units. Currently, the shipowner operates 130,981 DWT. In regulatory terms, the company shows 19,422 tons of availability under ANTAQ rules. The available pool today covers 17 national PSVs and one REB-flagged unit.

  • Transpetro Gas Carrier – Prelimiary Results

    Transpetro Gas Carrier – Prelimiary Results

    On September 22, 2025, Transpetro closed the bid opening for eight new gas carriers under the TP-25 program. The tender rules included a local content bonus for Brazilian shipyards and a penalty for foreign proposals, which shaped the equalized results now under review.

    In Lot A (three vessels of 10,000 GT), KIT L.L.C emerged in first place with a proposal of USD 125 million for the trio, equalized at USD 169.6 million. The company’s unit price is nearly 30% below those of traditional Asian yards Zhouzang and Dalian, which followed in second and third place. The only other Brazilian contender, VARD, submitted a bid but was outpriced by a wide margin.

    In Lot B (five vessels incl 14,000 GT), the local builder Ecovix– already awarded four Handy-size tankers earlier this year – took the lead with a USD 415 million proposal, equalized at USD 267.9 million. The outcome was extremely close, with Ecovix edging out three international competitors by a narrow margin in what appears to be a tight draw.

    The evaluation process will now define the allocation of contracts.

    More info to be shortly given by WSB – stay tuned.

  • Petrobras Launches First CCS Pilot

    Petrobras Launches First CCS Pilot

    Petrobras has approved the construction of the São Tomé CCS Pilot Project in Macaé (RJ), Brazil’s first integrated carbon capture and storage (CCS) initiative. The project will test technologies to capture, transport and inject up to 100,000 tons of CO₂ annually into a deep saline reservoir over three years starting in 2028, under close monitoring by ANP and INEA.

    By combining offshore expertise with decarbonization strategies, Petrobras aims to validate methodologies that could pave the way for large-scale CCS hubs in the country. The project will also allow regulators to refine and establish procedures for future commercial applications.

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  • Baker Hughes expands deal with Petrobras

    Baker Hughes expands deal with Petrobras

    Baker Hughes has signed a multi-year agreement with Petrobras to expand the use of the stimulation vessels Blue Marlin and Blue Orca in Brazil’s offshore oil and gas production. The contract also covers chemical supply and technical services, with the vessels set to enhance well stimulation in both pre-salt and post-salt fields. Equipped with advanced technology, the vessels are designed to minimize downtime and improve efficiency. Most inputs will be sourced locally, strengthening Brazil’s supply chain and supporting the domestic offshore industry.

  • AHTS bid: new deadline

    AHTS bid: new deadline


    Meanwhile, Petrobras has extended the deadline for its tender to charter at least one OSRV 105 vessel AGAIN (Opportunity 7004492154). The new deadline is this Friday, September 19.

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