Petrobras has released a classification bid result to charter up to two OSRV-105 vessels for a four-year contract.
Compagnie Maritime Monégasque (CMM) stands out in the process, competing with two vessels, Celerity and TBN. Camorim Serviços Marítimos follows in second place with D Hilda.
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OSRV bid
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Special WSB: Story of Clara Vilela
By Rafael Bortoloti
From Horse Fear to Dreaming of Professional Equestrianism: The Story of Clara Vilela
The runner-up finish of 15-year-old rider Clara Vilela at the first stage of the 2025 RK FEERJ Beginner and Aspirant Show Jumping competition is another step in the inspiring journey of this young athlete. The event took place last weekend at the Sociedade Hípica Brasileira in Rio de Janeiro.
Competing against 47 other pairs, Clara delivered an impeccable performance, missing the gold by just two milliseconds. At the end of the 11 stages, the overall winner of the circuit will have the opportunity to advance to the professional level of equestrianism. The next competition is scheduled for April 13th at the Teresópolis Golf Club.
Living in Teresópolis (RJ), Clara recalls how the sport entered her life by chance, and how she initially had a fear of horses. Today, she balances her passion for equestrianism with her school life and her dream of becoming a veterinarian. This was Clara’s first competition as a registered athlete with FEERJ, the Equestrian Federation of the State of Rio de Janeiro.
“My mom is friends with my current riding instructors. I started the sport as a child. Even though I was afraid of horses, I was encouraged to try horseback riding, which changed my life and turned me into a passionate rider,” she says.
Clara competed alongside Voando Bay, her partner for the past seven years. He is the offspring of Voando Baixo, a legendary horse in Brazil’s national equestrian scene. Clara explains that the horse, nearly 20 years old, is highly adaptable and a great companion, especially for beginners.
“He’s a versatile, affectionate, and resilient horse with an excellent understanding of the rider’s needs and characteristics. He currently works in classical riding lessons, recreational riding, events, and even theater performances. He’s the love of my life. He’s very well-mannered and has excellent emotional control,” she shares.
After winning in 60 cm and 80 cm competitions, Clara is now focusing on 1-meter events, competing in classical show jumping. Sponsored by WSB Advisors and with lessons from Fernando Brazil, Clara trains two to three times a week at Equus Lúdico, with each session lasting 1.5 hours.
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WSB Advisors Breaking News
WSB Advisors Breaking News
• MODEC has confirmed a Purchase and Sales Agreement and a 20-year Operations and Maintenance Contract with Shell for the FPSO at the Gato do Mato field.
• Petrobras has identified hydrocarbons in an exploratory well in the pre-salt Campos Basin.
• Petrobras set a new CO₂ reinjection record in the Santos Basin pre-salt, reaching 14.2 million tons in 2024, surpassing the 13 million tons reinjected in 2023.
• Grupo Bravante’s OSRV Marlin Stolmen secured a 4-year firm contract with Petrobras, with two more vessels being mobilized for the same project.
• Transpetro/ Petrobras is contracting nine Suezmax DP shuttle tankers from Samsung Shipyard in South Korea, moving against the industry trend of prioritizing Brazilian shipyards.
• Petrobras released partial results from last year’s AHTS auction, with a focus on Norskan Offshore and CBO.
Ongoing Bids
• Petrobras 8x RSVs newbuilding: Opportunity 7004319394 – Deadline: April 28, 2025
• Petrobras 2x AHTSs newbuilding: Opportunity 7004345558 – Deadline: June 30, 2025
• Petrobras 2x OSRVs: Opportunity 7004326931 – Deadline: March 27, 2025
• Petrobras 3x WSSVs: Opportunity 7004331236 – Deadline: March 28, 2025
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WSB tips – Open Tenders & More
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 8x RSVs newbuilding: Opportunity 7004319394 new deadline Apr 28th, 2025;
- Petrobras 2x AHTSs newbuilding: Opportunity 7004345558 new deadline Jun 30th, 2025.
What else is happening?
- There’s nothing new under the sun..
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More opportunities in Brazil?
North Sea’s term and spot markets haven’t developed as expected and rates for large PSVs are still holding at the USD 20k gross vicinity for UK, Norwegian sectors. The proximity to the summer season is not followed by consistent requirements as of yet. The surplus on available tonnage poises challenges to fleet over 15 years. Younger tonnage takes precedence.
Brazil has attracted some S&P and bareboat charters and attention to the Petrobras requirements is gaining traction as the oil national maintains its 45-50 PSVs hiring for the next 24 months cycle.
“The aging Brazilian fleet, combined with an only recent new building’s program make it the perfect opportunity for middle-aged tonnage from North Sea to find 4-8 years’ employment in Brazil at gross rates surpassing USD 50k. The time is now for bareboat contracts with purchase options if the foreign owner is able to secure a local partner with excess Brazilian tonnage to provide the flag coverage, or even for foreign flag with the risks it entails” says Pedro Pellegrini, Shipbroker Intern at WSB Advisors. -
WSB tips – Open Tenders & More
Pedro Pellegrini
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 2x OSRVs: Opportunity 7004326931 new deadline Mar 27th, 2025;
- Petrobras 3x WSSVs: Opportunity 7004331236 new deadline Mar 28th, 2025.
What else is happening?
- Thinking big. Bravante’s OSRV Marlin Stolmen entered into a firm 4-year contract with Petrobras, and the company is mobilizing an additional 2 vessels for the same contract;
- Transpetro goes against the current trend of investment in Brazilian shipyards for construction and issues an order to contract 9 Suezmax DP shuttle tankers at the Samsung shipyard, South Korea;
- Petrobras published the partial results of last year’s AHTS auction last Friday. The oil company’s focus was on Norskan and CBO.
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Gato do Mato: Shell confirms FID
Shell has made the Final Investment Decision (FID) for the Gato do Mato project in the Santos Basin, an asset secured by the company in 2017. The development plan includes an FPSO with a production capacity of up to 120,000 barrels per day, with operations expected to begin in 2029.
The Gato do Mato consortium consists of Shell (operator, 50%), Ecopetrol (30%), TotalEnergies (20%), and PPSA, which acts as the contract manager. The discovery is a gas-condensate field located in the pre-salt, spanning two adjacent blocks at depths of 1,750 to 2,050 meters.
This investment reinforces Shell’s position as the largest foreign oil producer in Brazil and aligns with its strategy of developing efficient deepwater projects. “Gato do Mato is a prime example of our commitment to maintaining stable liquids production in our Upstream business while continuing to meet the world’s energy needs,” said Zoe Yujnovich, Shell’s Director of Integrated Gas and Upstream. -
Edison chouest: Kystdesign
The Edison Chouest Offshore Group has acquired Kystdesign, manufacturer of ROV systems, reinforcing its commitment to subsea innovation and expanding its capabilities in underwater robotics. This acquisition strengthens in-house solutions for C-Innovation and ROVOP while ensuring continued support for Kystdesign’s existing clients.
Kystdesign has seen significant growth in recent years, doubling its workforce and reaching a projected turnover of NOK 500 million in 2024. Now, under Chouest’s leadership, the company is set to accelerate innovation in deepwater operations. The ROV system from this partnership is already in development, marking the beginning of a new phase for both companies. -
WSB tips – Open Tenders & More
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 2x OSRVs: Opportunity 7004326931 new deadline Mar 20th, 2025;
- Petrobras 1x MPSV: Opportunity 7004338955 still closes today 17:00h LT.
What else is happening?
- A busy week full of good news. Brazilian market is on fire! 🔥
- WSUT has started two 4-year firm PSV contracts with Petrobras.
- Bram extended three contracts with Petrobras until the end of Q2 2025, started a PSV contract and is mobilizing several vessels that will soon be on hire.
- The AHTS market is booming and CBO is dominating the spot market for Oil Companies with its Terra Brasilis series.
- Camorim is ready to expand its strong presence in port support to the offshore sector as well. In addition to starting the Aegis contract and mobilizing the S178, they’re aiming to bring more vessels by taking advantage of their vast tonnage.
- The 10x OSRVs newbuilding contract is still pending. What could be delaying it?
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WSB tips – Open Tenders & More
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 2x AHTS-TO: Opportunity 7004388639 released Mar 10th, 2025;
- Petrobras 2x OSRVs: Opportunity 7004326931 new deadline Apr 14th, 2025;
- Petrobras 3x WSSVs: Opportunity 7004331236 new deadline Apr 21th, 2025.
What else is happening?
- Subsea7 progresses with AHTS for Búzios 8. Even though Carnival is over, market remains rattling and windows are challenging. Can SS7 keep up with the rythmn?
- FPSO Bacalhau hooked up and anchored. Station keeping tugs all returned to Guanabara Bay, except some will not stay for long…
- Want to know everything about new requirements, contract windows, time charter, bareboat and spot opportunities, daily rates for each vessel, fortnightly meetings and countless other pieces of information? Get in touch with us to learn more about our package featuring the most complete database in the market: WSB.One!
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Petrobras: new AHTS bid
Petrobras has launched a new tender, now for the chartering of two AHTS-TO vessels, both with a contract duration of four years, starting in December 2025. Proposals must be submitted by the end of 31 March in a closed bidding process.
The vessels must have DP-2, at least 150 tons of bollard pull and cannot exceed 25 years of age.
Petronect opportunity: 7004388639
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Petrobras: plans, updates and challenges
Petrobras held a press conference last Thursday (27), initially focused on its financial results, but executives also shared updates on key projects, which we highlight below:
* New tenders for the FPSO Barracuda/Caratinga, now under a BOT (Build-Operate-Transfer) model.
* FPSO Alexandre de Gusmão is expected to arrive in Brazil in early March.
* A strong 2025 ahead, with new platforms entering operation and others ramping up.
* Strategic focus on two key exploration areas: new reserves (Equatorial Margin + Pelotas Basin) and mature fields.
* Attention to exploration opportunities abroad while also maintaining and optimizing existing assets.
* The revised SEAP bidding rules now allow the winner of the first platform to supply the second, potentially helping recover delays.
* Búzios Field nearing 1 million boe/d production. This week, it hit a new record of 800,000 boe/d, boosted by FPSO Almirante Tamandaré’s startup.
What are your thoughts?