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  • Open Tenders

    Open Tenders

    Dear All,

    WSB is pleased to provide an update on the current long-term tenders that are open to offer.

    By Maria Eduarda Camba

    What has changed?

    • Petrobras At least 1x ORSV 105: Opportunity 7004492154 new deadline September 16th, 2025;
    • Petrobras Up to 6x PSVs : Opportunity 7004439824 new deadline October 3rd, 2025.

    What else is happening?

    • 3x AHTSs are set to commence this week a 16 days firm spot charter with BW.
    • Petrobras has relaunched its offshore tender, initially planned for 17 PSVs, now reduced to just 6, what could have happened?
  • Open Tenders

    Open Tenders

    By Maria Eduarda Camba

    WSB Advisors is pleased to share an update on Petrobras’ ongoing long-term tenders. Over the past week, several opportunities have had their deadlines extended or specifications adjusted.

    What has changed?

    • Up to 6x SOVs: Opportunity 7004478234 – new deadline September 23rd, 2025;
    • At least 1x LH: Opportunity 7004497614 – new deadline September 25th, 2025;
    • At least 1x FSV: Opportunity 7004492292 – new deadline September 26th, 2025;
    • At least 1x LH: Opportunity 7004484466 – new deadline September 26th, 2025;
    • At least 1x FSC 10/25/60: Opportunity 7004480345 – new deadline September 26th, 2025;
    • Up to 17x PSVs: Opportunity 7004439824 – new deadline September 29th, 2025;
    • At least 1x SESV: Opportunity 7004482740 – new deadline October 3rd, 2025;
    • At least 1x ORSV 105: Opportunity 7004492154 – new deadline September 16th, 2025;

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  • WSB Advisors at Sertões Cup

    WSB Advisors at Sertões Cup

    Fernando Vilela, CEO of Café na Trilha and CMO of WSB Advisors, secured the runner-up position in his category at the 2025 Sertões Petrobras Cup, following the third and final stage held this past weekend in Ibitipoca, Minas Gerais.

    Even with a fourth-place finish in the last stage, Fernando accumulated enough points to secure second place in the season’s ranking. The championship also featured stages in Campos do Jordão (SP) and Nova Lima (MG), between May and July.

    The Sertões Cup is one of the most prominent competitions in Brazil’s mountain bike calendar, bringing together athletes of all levels while boosting local economies along its route. Integrated into the traditional Rally dos Sertões, the event stands out for its diversity of modalities, which also include motorcycles and cars, and for the support of major sponsors such as PRIO, a key player in the oil and gas sector.

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  • Special WSB: Did you know?

    Special WSB: Did you know?

    Did you know Brazil is set for a significant offshore transformation?

    Seventeen new Floating Production, Storage and Offloading units (FPSOs) are projected to commence operations between late 2025 and 2030.

    These pivotal projects will be driven by five major oil and gas players: Petrobras, Equinor, BW Energy, Shell and Brava Energy, signaling a period of intense growth and strategic investment.

    Currently, Brazil has 73 production units in operation, including recent additions like the FPSO Maria Quitéria (Yinson), Alexandre de Gusmão (SBM) and Almirante Tamandaré (SBM), which began work this year.

    With the imminent exploration of the Equatorial Margin and a growing market demand for more sustainable solutions, this number is naturally expected to increase.

    Moreover, approximately 50% of the national FPSO and semi-submersible fleet is already considered obsolete, signaling a heated market for these critical assets in Brazilian waters and highlighting the urgent need for infrastructure modernization. These insights reveal a sector in constant evolution, demanding strategic attention to navigate its complex dynamics.

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  • Breaking News

    Breaking News

    BRAVA Energia closed August with an average production of 92,400 boed, up 1.6% from July and marking its second consecutive monthly record since the merger of Enauta and 3R Petroleum. The Atlanta field stood out, reaching its highest production level to date with 30,065 bbl/d.

    TechnipFMC signed two contracts with Petrobras to supply subsea flexible pipes from its Porto do Açu facility. The first, valued between USD 250–500 million, covers risers for gas injection in the Santos Basin pre-salt. The second, worth between USD 75–250 million, includes risers and flowlines for the Campos Basin.

    Fugro secured two three-year contracts with Constellation to provide ROV services for inspection, intervention and subsea surveys. Operations will start this quarter in the Campos Basin with the drillship Tidal Action and expand to the Equatorial Margin in 2026 with the Amaralina Star.

    Oceaneering closed multiple Petrobras contracts for Subsea Robotics services, totalling around USD 180 million over four years, with scope covering inspection, maintenance, repair, FPSO tie-ins and decommissioning. Its Norwegian subsidiary also signed a structural maintenance contract with Equinor, running until 2027 with possible extensions, covering both onshore and offshore facilities.

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  • Petrobras relaunches BID

    Petrobras relaunches BID

    Petrobras has reissued BID 7004478234 for the chartering of up to six Service Operation Vessels (SOVs), following previous postponements. The new submission deadline is September 23 at 5:00 p.m. local time, as per latest circulars, with contracts typically lasting 730 days (two years) and extension options available.

    The company confirmed it has received requests and will publish revised technical specifications on the Petronect platform shortly. Key adjustments include a reduction of the gangway zero position from 25.5 to 25 meters, noting that a total gangway length exceeding 29m is required for this operation, alongside modifications to maximum vessel draft and other requirements, though these may still be subject to further refinements.

    For further details, contact us at comercial@cms.oneenergynews.com.

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  • Open Tenders & More

    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.

    Open tenders:

    What has changed?

    • Petrobras Up to 6x SOVs : Opportunity 7004478234 new deadline September 12th, 2025;

    What else is happening?

    • Petrobras SDSVs auction closed today, and the market now waits auction results to see which company(ies) will secure contracts.
    • A foreign vessel lined up for a Petrobras SEP contract is now flying Brazil flag and on-hire for 4 years firm. Yet another vessel under someone else’s REB tonnage. 
  • Breaking news

    Breaking news

    Karoon has announced planned investments between USD 55 million and USD 65 million in 2026 to revitalize the FPSO Cidade de Itajaí at the Baúna field, along with an additional allocation of up to USD 90 million between 2030 and 2034 to extend the unit’s operating life. The company also revised abandonment costs for the field, now estimated at USD 260 million through 2039. Following positive production results, proven and probable reserves increased by 35%, reaching 52.7 million barrels. The project’s economic life has been extended from 2032 to 2039, with production expected to continue until 2040.

    Petrobras expects to complete this week the Pre-Operational Assessment (APO) required to obtain Ibama’s license to begin oil exploration in well FZA-M-59, off the coast of Amapá. This step is regarded as the final stage before environmental clearance is granted and focuses on testing environmental safety, including simulated oil spills, equipment failures and emergency response protocols. The operation mobilizes around 400 professionals, 13 vessels and 3 aircraft. Ibama had previously denied the license request, but Petrobras sought reconsideration, committing to additional protection measures.

    Adding to the sector’s activity, Petrobras has also extended the deadline for Opportunity 7004478234, a significant tender for up to six Service Operation Vessels (SOVs), now set for September 12th, 2025..

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  • Petrobras APO Equatorial Margin

    Petrobras APO Equatorial Margin

    By Rafael Bortoloti

    Petrobras began a simulated safety drill on Sunday, August 24th, along the maritime coast and rivers of Oiapoque in the state of Amapá. The exercise is part of the Pre-Operational Assessment (APO), the final stage in the environmental licensing process required for drilling a well in offshore block FZA-M-59, located in the Foz do Amazonas Basin — a key area within the promising Equatorial Margin.

    Scheduled to conclude on Friday, August 29th, the drill mobilizes over 400 professionals, helicopters and large-scale vessels, including the drillship NS-42, operated by Foresea. Brazil’s environmental agency, Ibama, is monitoringis the operation assessing the efficiency of equipment, response times, wildlife rescue protocols and communication with authorities.

    Petrobras’ performance in this simulation will be a decisive factor in securing the environmental license required to move forward with exploratory drilling, a goal the company has pursued for years amid regulatory challenges. The APO represents a critical milestone not only for Petrobras but also for Brazil’s broader offshore exploration strategy. If successful, it could open a new energy frontier in the Foz do Amazonas Basin, generating opportunities across the supply chain and strengthening Brazil’s position in the global energy market.

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  • Navalshore – Petrobras bid update

    Navalshore – Petrobras bid update

    By Fernando Vilela and Ronaldo Lima

    At the opening of Navalshore today, Transpetro – Petrobras Transporte S. A. CEO Sérgio Bacci announced the effectiveness of the contract for the construction of Handy size tankers at the Ecovix shipyard, under the Ecovix-Mac Laren consortium. These vessels, intended for Transpetro, will strengthen Brazil’s cabotage operations and the distribution of oil products along the coast.

    The contract, signed earlier this year between April/ May, now enters into force, marking a significant step for Brazil’s shipbuilding sector and reinforcing the strategic role of domestic yards in supporting the country’s energy logistics.

  • FPSO Peregrino – interdiction

    FPSO Peregrino – interdiction

    The Brazilian National Petroleum Agency (ANP) has suspended operations on the FPSO Peregrino, operated by Equinor in the Campos Basin, after an audit identified with safety management and fire fighting system. Production has been halted and necessary adjustments are estimated to take between three to six weeks.

    PRIO, which holds a 40% stake in the field and is acquiring the remaining 60% from Equinor for USD 3.35 billion, has reaffirmed that the transaction remains subject to ANP and CADE approval. The acquisition is structured in two phases and is expected to be completed by 2026.

    In the second quarter, the Peregrino field averaged production of 97,500 barrels per day. Following the full acquisition, PRIO aims to nearly double output, targeting 190,000 barrels per day. Equinor has confirmed that corrective measures are underway, with safety as the company’s top priority.

  • Breaking News

    Breaking News

    The Brazilian Navy’s Tamandaré frigate (F-200), the first of its new class, has begun sea trials focusing on systems performance and navigability, with delivery expected in December.

    In the shipbuilding sector, South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean is advancing plans to establish a shipyard in Niterói, aiming to strengthen its offshore presence, meet local content requirements and position itself for upcoming Petrobras projects.

    Meanwhile, Seagems has successfully completed the BRAVA Project in the Santos Basin, connecting new wells to the FPSO Atlanta. The company now operates exclusively for Petrobras under contracts totaling USD 1.8 billion.

    Finally, Petrobras and Ibama have scheduled the Pre-Operational Assessment for August 24 in block FZA-M-59, the final step before a potential drilling license is granted for exploration in the Foz do Amazonas.

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