Oceaneering wins ROV contract from Petrobras in Brazil
Oceaneering International has secured a contract with Petrobras to provide ROV services in Brazilian waters. The agreement was awarded through Marine Production Systems do Brasil, the company's local subsidiary, following a competitive bidding process.
According to the information released, the contract will last four years and operations will begin in 2027. The company will provide two professional-grade remotely operated vehicles, along with specialized tools for underwater work.
Oceaneering expands its work with Petrobras
Petrobras will use these services in offshore operations related to inspection, monitoring, positioning, and underwater intervention. These tasks are essential in deepwater fields, where direct personnel operations are limited by pressure, distance, and the complexity of the environment.
The contract also strengthens a business relationship that has been maintained for more than a decade. Oceaneering has already participated in subsea engineering campaigns for Petrobras, one of Brazil's largest offshore operators.
The Aker Wayfarer will be the base of operations
The ROVs will be deployed from the Aker Wayfarer vessel, operated by AKOFS Offshore and chartered by Petrobras. This underwater engineering support vessel will be used for interventions, installations, and support activities related to oil field abandonment.
This will give Oceaneering a direct role in technical campaigns requiring underwater precision. The toolkits will extend the reach of ROVs during maneuvers on subsea infrastructure.
Brazil maintains its weight in the offshore market
Brazil is currently one of the most important markets for subsea services due to its deep-water activity. Oceaneering's local presence, with centers in Macaé and Niterói, allows it to respond with equipment, technical personnel, and operational support within the country.
In addition, the company has facilities dedicated to ROVs, intervention tools, engineering solutions, remote operations, and umbilical cable manufacturing. This local infrastructure will be part of the support for the new contract.
Underwater robotics for more complex operations
In this scenario, ROVs play a central role in the offshore oil industry . These systems can inspect equipment, operate tools, assist in maneuvers, and monitor work in areas where human access is not feasible.
Finally, the award gives Oceaneering greater visibility in Brazil and confirms the demand for subsea technology for Petrobras projects. The start of operations in 2027 will mark a new stage of collaboration between the two companies in the Brazilian offshore sector.
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