Thais Vachala

Thais Vachala

Vice President, Supply Chain Research Rystad Energy

Thais Vachala is Rystad`s Energy Head of Latam Supply Chain with more than 10 years of experience in the oil and gas supply chain. She holds a Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro and Master in Naval Engineering from Coppe. She is proficient in strategical research covering subsea technologies, offshore development and portfolio, conceptual design, regulatory issues, and offshore construction, besides experienced in the midstream and distribution gas segments.

23rd September 2026 - Main Congress Day 1

9:00 AM FPSO Market Outlook in a Volatile Energy Landscape: Opportunities, Constraints & Strategic Positioning

  • Global FPSO project pipeline analysis: key regions, project types, and timelines through 2030.
  • FPSO market to grow from US$13B in 2025 to US$19.7B by 2030, with 90+ projects adding 4 million bpd
  • How geopolitical shifts and sanctions uncertainty are accelerating demand for short-cycle offshore developments and FPSO redeployment
  • Strategic insights for operators, contractors, and financiers to capture market opportunities.

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