Brazil's antitrust authority (Cade) approved, on June 12, 2026, without restrictions, RD Saúde's acquisition of GPA's 66.67% stake in Stix Fidelidade e Inteligência, a deal closed for R$23 million. As a result of the transaction, RD now holds 100% of the company,...

On June 11, 2026, Brazil's Supreme Court (STF) formed a majority to grant digital platforms a 60-day deadline to implement structural obligations stemming from its ruling on civil liability for third-party content, including a duty of care to prevent the spread of...

Global oil price volatility, geopolitical tensions and vessel availability constraints continue to affect maritime transportation costs worldwide. For Brazil, these global dynamics are directly relevant to cabotage and offshore logistics, where bunker prices, charter...

Brazil’s cabotage market is facing increased pressure from freight costs and sharp fluctuations in bunker fuel prices. Bunker fuel remains one of the largest operating expenses for vessel operators, and volatility can directly affect the economics of maritime...

Brazilian shipping companies are advocating for a five-year extension of the non-incidence of the AFRMM on certain navigation operations. The sector argues that maintaining the exemption is important to preserve cabotage competitiveness, reduce logistics costs and...

Petrobras and DOF have entered into contracts totaling approximately R$ 1.1 billion for the chartering and operation of four RSVs, reinforcing the continued strength of Brazil’s offshore services market. The transaction highlights Petrobras’ demand for specialized...

The concession auction for the Rota dos Sertões (BRs 116 and 324, in the states of Bahia and Pernambuco), covering nearly 500 kilometers of highways with projected investments of R$4.3 billion over 30 years, was held at B3 on May 28, 2026. The auction notice approved...

Global oil and gas markets continue to reward producers capable of delivering production growth with capital discipline and operational efficiency. In this context, Brazil’s offshore sector stands out due to Petrobras’ profitability, rising liquids production outlook...

Petrobras has highlighted the success of bringing new offshore platforms into operation ahead of schedule, reflecting improvements in project execution, supplier coordination, commissioning and maritime logistics. In parallel, the Brazilian federal government has...