Further to our latest announcement on Bram Offshore’s foreign flagged PSV Juan C arrival, another two foreign flagged vessels have recently arrived in Brazil.
Both vessels were awarded as PSV 4500 General Cargo in different Petrobras tenders. Robert Adams joins Juan C and will be mobilized for a 1460 days firm charter contract expected to commence in September. In addition, Allie Chouest was awarded earlier this month under the “Up to 21 PSVs”, also for a 1460-day firm charter contract with commencement set for August.
Tag: Petrobras
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Foreign tonnage on the rise
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PSV arrives in Guanabara Bay
CSV Normand Fortress from owners Solstad has arrived in Guanabara Bay and will soon commence her two year firm plus two year option charter with Petrobras She will provide accommodation services (W2W) to support production activities on the Brazilian continental shelf. Additionally, with Normand Fortress joining the fleet, Solstad Offshore now has two vessels dedicated to accommodation duties for Petrobras. The other vessel, Normand Valiant, has recently been granted a six-month extension on her charter, ensuring her deployment is firm until mid-February 2025.
Both vessels are equipped with fully motion compensated gangway systems from Ampelmann Operations. Normand Valiant is fitted with an A-type gangway designed to transfer 20 personnel safely and efficiently in under five minutes from vessels to offshore structures while Normand Fortress is equipped with an E-type gangway which can safely transfer personnel in sea states up to 4.5m Hs. -
Petrobras RFI: Offshore Wind Power Plants
Petrobras has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights and conduct studies related to the design, supply, construction, assembly, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of offshore wind power plants in shallow waters off the Brazilian coast. Interested parties have until May 31st to respond.
The state-controlled oil company provided basic characteristics of its potential offshore wind generation projects such as LDA, distance to shore, power generated, wind turbine capacity, array cables, export cables and foundation type.
Petrobras is developing other offshore wind projects in Brazil A month ago the company signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to install a pilot offshore wind project in the state of Rio Grande do Norte, located in Northeast Brazil.
This move aligns with global trends of traditional energy companies investing in renewable energy projects to meet sustainability goals and reduce carbon emissions. By exploring offshore wind power, Petrobras can leverage its extensive experience in offshore oil and gas operations, applying similar technologies and expertise to renewable energy projects.
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Petrobras with new comand
The federal government announced a significant change last May 14: Prates has resigned and Magda Chambriard will succeed him as the head of the Brazilian state oil company Petrobras.
Chambriard, who previously served as the director general of Brazil’s oil and natural gas regulatory agency, ANP, from 2008 to 2016, is notably the only woman to have held that position. The company disclosed that Prates had requested a meeting on Tuesday night to discuss the early termination of his term.
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Petrobras: chartering news
Newbuilding tender: Petrobras opens for all tenderers (no pre-qualification). Also, PEOTRAM only demanded upon contract commencement. Maximum of 4 vessels per bidder remains.
AHTS: New tender coming still within May 2024.
OSRV: New tender coming November 2024.
PSV: Three of five tenders still coming out this year. More flexibility: Mob and demob to be allowed on foreign flag vessels offers + 60 days firm offer short from originally 120 days added of automatic 60 days validation only if offer qualify.
PSV 2025: Two tenders already confirmed for 2025.
These news from LOEP. US-SUB demands and tenders not included on this note.
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Petrobras tender updates
Up to 21 PSVs
10 vessels that were previously qualified were now awarded (Bram Búzios, Batuíra, Prion, Starnav Scorpious, Sealink 178, Posidonia Lion, WM Pacific, Allie Chouest, Roger White and Clarence Triche).
1 vessel was enabled (Standard Defender) and six proposals remain under analysis.
RSV
2 vessels were awarded: 1 from Solstad (Normand Poseidon) and 1 from Oceânica, (Oceanicasub XVI).
Oceânica still has 1 vessel that was enabled (Oceanicasub XIX) and 1 under diligence (Oceanicasub XVII).
All vessels from above were offered under Brazilian flag/REB.
9 vessels from Bram (Deborah Kay, Bongo, Paulo Cunha, Wildebeest, Joe Griffin, Santos Service, Spirit, Bravo and Eland) were awarded in the previous partial result.
AHTS-R
4 Brazilian flag/REB vessels were awarded: 2 from Bram (Atlas and Titan), 1 from DOF (Skandi Botafogo) and 1 from Solstad (Normand Sagaris).
2 vessels were enabled: 1 from Oceânica, (Oceanicasub XIII) and 1 from Solstad (Normand Ferking), offered under REB.
3 vessels remain under diligence: Asso Trentuno, Skandi Jupiter and Skandi Mercury.
Up to 7 OSRVs
Petrobras released the final result of the “Up to 7 OSRVs” tender. 7 vessels that were previously qualified, were now awarded (Aegis, Marlin Stolmen, Marlin Flamengo, Saveiros Pelicano, Mar Limpo II, Stratis Z and Asgaard Sophia).
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Petrobras releses partial result of the AHTS-R tender
Petrobras released another partial result of the AHTS-R tender and the appeal deadline for those disqualified was announced.
The Norskan vessels (DOF), already qualified, were awarded. Asso Trentuno, from Asso Marítima, is now in due diligence and only needs to evaluate the proposals for lot F2 to complete the tender.
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EPRD Congro tender
Petrobras received 6 proposals for the EPRD Congro submerged buoy decommissioning tender. Leading the pack is Oceanpact, potentially poised to win the contract with a slender 10% price advantage over the two contenders getting anywhere closer.
This project presents unique challenges, as the buoy is currently moored submerged under positive pressure. It requires precise disconnection and controlled refloatation—a complex engineering feat. The initial installation 10 years ago was equally demanding, involving torpedo anchors enhanced by additional weight to ensure proper inclination and stability.
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Petrobras takes in 10 more PSVs
Petrobras is evaluating the results of their end of 2023 tender to charter up to 21 PSVs. As of now, 10 vessels qualified, including 4 under foreign flags. Bram leads with four vessels qualified, three of which are foreign-flagged. Wilson Sons follows with two.
“Out of the 16 vessels expected to be hired—down from the initially anticipated 21—the discrepancy largely stems from budget constraints and higher-than-forecasted rates”, says Omar Darian, Chartering Manager at WSB. Additionally, the chartering Certificate by ANTAQ requires annual renewal, which remains a significant consideration for foreign-flagged vessels. Six additional offers are undergoing diligence.
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Tenders are announced
Petrobras has initiated a new series of tenders. This invitation to tender includes the chartering of up to 5 Oil Spill Recovery Vessels (OSRVs 750), segmented into two distinct batches based on flag requirements—Batch A for vessels under the Brazilian flag and Batch B for those with foreign flags. These vessels should be constructed post-1997, equipped with DP-1 systems, and offer at least 150m² of free deck space.
Key Details:
Batch A Delivery: March 2025 or within 180 days post-contract signing.
Batch B Delivery: July 2025 or within 270 days post-contract signing.
Contract Term: Four years, firm.
Additionally, Petrobras seeks to charter up to 2 Platform Supply Vessels (PSVs) that were built within the last 20 years. Both Brazilian and foreign flags will be considered, with a preference for Brazilian flags. These contracts also span four years and require delivery by May 2025 or within 240 days following contract signing.
Submission Deadline: May 15th.
“We notice a change in this tender round: fewer vessels than usual and incremented age tolerance on the OSRVs. Petrobras is reacting to the market conditions”- says Omar Darian, Chartering Manager with WSB Advisors.
For more details or to discuss potential partnerships, please connect with us directly on LinkedIn or via email at commercial@cms.oneenergynews.com.
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Petrobras publishes second partial result of PLSV tender
Petrobras unveiled the second partial results of its 2023 tender for PLSVs, highlighting a significant engagement from Sapura Navegação Marítima S.A. and Subsea7. Awarded vessels include the foreign-flagged Sapura Rubi, Jade, Onix, Diamante, Topazio and Seven Waves, Sun, Cruzeiro and Rio, alongside Brazilian-flagged Sapura Esmeralda and from Technip Skandi Niteroi.
Technip‘s Skandi Açu and Oceanicasub’s yet unnamed (TBN) are under technical diligence phase.
“Numerous vessels offered under both Brazilian and foreign flag, understandably priced higher due to local crew costs, taxation, and tonnage when on BR flag, were overlooked in favor of foreign-flag. Not surprisingly anymore, even locally built ships offered under a foreign flag, which reflect local cost structures, were excluded due to excessive price. When will charterers truly commit to supporting local industry, if the option was there?” ponders Alexandre Mattar Vilela , CEO of Westhon and WSB Advisors.
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Petrobras Innovative Workshop
Petrobras hosted on April 24th the “mini ROV” workshop focused on the cutting-edge application of “mini ROVs” in shallow-water operations. This groundbreaking technology presents a viable alternative to traditional shallow-water diving, significantly enhancing safety by reducing risk exposure in offshore environments. Our business partners, BRS Submarine Robotics, in attendance.
Renowned for their expertise in shallow-water mini ROV services, BRS specializes in a variety of critical operations, including duct, structural integrity and sun-coral inspections, pull-in support, among others. A highlight of the event was the unveiling of the Shallow-water ROV Support Vessel, a concept developed through a strategic collaboration between WSB Advisors, EMBRAREB, and BRS. The SRSV designation draws inspiration from Petrobras’s traditional approach to categorizing its fleet, signifying a new chapter in operational efficiency and technological advancement. The workshop marked the successful introduction of a new vessel category, a significant leap forward in offshore operational capabilities.