FPSO redeployments are one of the key features that make FPSOs cost effective solutions for field developments, however this strength has been undermined by a growth in inefficiency. Now, the real barriers to successful vessel redeployment lay not so much in the expected technological challenges but instead, in the inflexibility...

Projects will continue to be mooted and securing finances is the first step on the road to commission and deployment. In consultation with veteran FPSO and financial professionals alike, we have put together a checklist of how to secure the cold hard cash needed to get your FPSO project off...

Exclusively from the FPSO World Congress 2017, we’ve handpicked key takeaways for the Brazilian market ahead.

One of the key themes for the FPSO Brazil Congress is local content regulation. With that in mind, we’d like to share with you this article from IHS Markit on Brazil’s regulatory changes for local content requirements and what that means for the FPSO industry. Download now to discover: Changes in...

In association with IHS Markit, we bring you a view of FPSO projects in Brazil that are currently in construction. 

Two industry leaders give us insight through a short Q&A on two topics on Brazil, the world’s largest market for FPSO operators. Kjetil Solbraekke, Senior VP, South America, Rystad Energy, on market outlook and Jorge Mitidieri, Executive VP, Ocyan, discusses the FPSO Pioneiro de Libra. 

IQPC and the FPSO Network conducted an in-depth industry survey with our global community to provide a holistic and well-balanced benchmark when it comes to vessel integrity and FPSO operations. We hope you find this report useful. In this report, we will look at: Mid-Late Stage FPSO Life-Cycle & OperationsIndustry...

The FPSO Network is thankful to have the continued support of the FPSO community as we navigate through these challenging times together. We would like to thank our sponsors, speakers, partners and of course all attendees to the first virtual FPSO Brasil Congress. Held on 9 – 13 November 2020,...

The 2nd FPSO Brazil Congress has proudly brought in a 40% increase in participants – a superb growth happening in just its second year.Examples of the Oil and Gas Operators, Government Agencies and FPSO Contractors at the Congress include Petrobras, ExxonMobil, Total, Equinor, BP, Ecopetrol, PetroRio, Petrogal, Karoon, ANP, TCU,...

Take a look at who's attending FPSO Brazil Congress 2019. 

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Save the dates, 25 - 27 May 2020, as FPSO Brasil Congress will be back for its 3rd edition. Set your sights on Brazil as FPSO Brasil Congress 2020 is heading for a bright decade of new opportunities! With increased investments and strategies in place, the country’s total oil production is set...

FPSO Network is regions largest online community of FPSO professionals. Our mission is to provide tailored online learning and development opportunities and to drive continued industry collaboration across the FPSO sector. Get your copy of the Digital Media Kit to view our 2020 online event calendar, digital packages and pricing!

Stay at the forefront of your key prospects’ minds! FPSO Brazil Congress provides the ‘perfect platform’ to network with potential buyers who are aggressively seeking solutions in this market. Take a look our Sponsorship & Exhibition Prospectus to see a breakdown of our audience, floor plan, current sponsors and opportunities to maximize your experience.

Presented by: Henrique Gaio, HSSE and Q&R Engineer Manager, SBM OffshoreIn this presentation, you will learn to:Adapt robust safety principles for application in new field environmentsLook at SBM’s implementation formula – “Risk Acceptability Criteria x Barriers Availability; Degradation Factors and Controls; Barriers Assessment”Understand how existing and future technologies can help...

Presented by:Eric Powell, Project Manager, MODECRaghava Venkateshwara, Operations Manager, FPSO Cidade de Campos dos Goytacazes MV29, MODECIn this presentation slides, you look at:Executing successful project outcomes through a focus on delivering a reliable product with good performance to clientsCapturing lessons learnt and innovation to promote good practice in FPSO construction...

Hear from Felipe Baldissera Gabriel, Commercial and Contracts Manager, MODEC on the contracting structures for FPSO hiring. Main points featured at the expert presentation are:Reviewing the changing leasing landscape in Brazil's FPSO marketMatching the pros and cons of different FPSO leasing models with key project and field requirementsExploring FPSO contract mechanisms...

Ahead of the FPSO Brazil Congress 2020, we would like to share with you some of the top presentations at the 2019 Congress. Presented by Guilherme Pinto, Technology Manager, at SBM Offshore on increasing safety and cost reduction through an open innovation strategy.Key insights from this expert presentation include:Understanding internal...

Presented by: Luiz Henrique de Oliveira Bispo, Head of Local Content Area, Agência Nacional do Petróleo, Gás Natural e Biocombustíveis This presentation was looking at:Examining Brazil’s local content requirements – latest updates and opportunities for the industry Preparing for the upcoming 7th and 8th rounds of pre-salt production sharing scheduled for 2021Exploring how...

Carlos Rocha, Director, IHS Markit gave his insights to the FPSO industry in Brazil.  

Presented by: Luiz Henrique de Oliveira Bispo, Head of Local Content Area, Agência Nacional do Petróleo, Gás Natural e Biocombustíveis 

Increasing Efficiency of FPSO Delivery and Operations through Smart Project Execution Strategy Based on Standardisation Principles presented by Guilherme Pinto, Engineering and Technology Manager, SBM Offshore

Last year, IHS Markit Brazil noted that the Brazilian market began 2019 free from most of the uncertainties that concerned operators and suppliers in recent years. The international offshore market was also in a growth trend, with enough room for investments and activity to recover.How then is 2020 shaping up...

For many in the FPSO industry the issue of balancing CAPEX and OPEX remains a thorn in their side. FPSO projects are resource-intensive with high CAPEX on top of high operating and maintenance costs (high OPEX). This puts pressure on the industry to continuously evolve the business models and tap...

IQPC and the FPSO Network conducted an in-depth interview with Ocyan to explore the impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic on Brazil’s deep waters and pre-salt developments. In this interview, we also look at various innovations and solutions industry leaders can harness to accelerate FPSO projects.Download the report to read...

Like its European counterparts, Brazil’s FPSO market has seen increased activity of late. Needless to say, contract models remain a major factor for the industry — whether a company wants to build, own, operate or transfer a vessel will affect the type of contract it uses. Here we explore ways...

In this comprehensive report, IHS Markit have put together a macro view of the political and economical landscape in Brazil, demonstrating the effect on the FPSO industry. The report also provides key upstream results from 2018 and a look at how 2019 and beyond is beginning to shape up. The...

Brazil is one of the world’s foremost Oil and Gas leaders. The previously “closed” economy is now open to the world thanks to new local content policy and regulations set in place.Here we explore the latest local content updates and what it means for the international market in regard to...

Brazil is seen to be a key driver of the FPSO market over the next few years. Therefore to maximize this window of opportunity, project execution and development need to be fast-tracked as much as possible. With input from industry leaders in the Brazil market, we explore different ways in which...