With contracts secured until 2028, company begins new partnership with Petrobras with another charter for Diamante
Seagems, a Brazilian company specialized in subsea engineering solutions, is starting a new long-term contractual cycle with Petrobras for the Diamante vessel on March 28. The vessel will be at the service of the state-owned company for the next three years. This new phase reinforces Seagems’ role in the national offshore sector, where it holds 36% of the market for the interconnection and handling of flexible subsea pipelines.
By the end of 2025, Seagems will also begin new contract rounds for all of its other vessels. Altogether, the services provided to Petrobras by the company’s six PLSVs (Pipe-Laying Support Vessels) in this new stage will total USD 1.8 billion through 2028. The scope includes subsea engineering services, handling of flexible pipelines, and other essential operations for offshore infrastructure. With a highly specialized fleet and solid expertise, the company plays a strategic role in executing various projects for the sector.
According to Rogerio Salbego, CEO of Seagems, the partnership reinforces confidence in the company’s capabilities: “Our long-term commitment with Petrobras reaffirms the trust Seagems has earned over the years, as a result of our operational excellence and proven ability to execute complex and highly relevant projects for the oil and gas industry. Brazil, increasingly established as one of the world’s leading offshore hubs, represents a strategic frontier for the development of technologies and innovative solutions in the subsea segment. We are fully prepared to meet the growing demand for subsea engineering services, always guided by the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and environmental responsibility. We will remain committed to contributing to the sustainable development of the sector, strengthening partnerships, and driving the advancement of the national production chain.”
Opportunities in the Brazilian Offshore Sector
With strategic oil reserves and a favorable environment for new investments, Brazil has stood out as one of the most promising markets in the global offshore industry. By 2027, it is estimated that BRL 18.31 billion will be invested in the exploration phase, of which BRL 8.5 billion will be allocated exclusively to offshore well drilling, according to the National Agency of Petroleum (ANP). This scenario is creating opportunities for companies specialized in subsea engineering, decommissioning, logistics, and new technologies.
The advancement of operations in the pre-salt layer, especially in ultra-deep waters, has also strengthened Brazil as one of the main hubs of the oil and gas industry. The consistent and high-volume production from these fields continues to attract significant investment, driving sector growth and opening space for new technological and operational solutions.