The Federal Court of São Paulo granted an urgent injunction suspending infraction notices and fines imposed by ANTT on Bombril and BB Logística for non-compliance with the minimum freight floor established by Provisional Measure (MP) 1,343/2026, which provides for...

Petrobras’ recent identification of high-quality oil in the Marlim Sul field reinforces a broader trend: mature offshore basins in Brazil continue to generate new development opportunities through incremental discoveries and enhanced recovery strategies. Market impact...

The strengthening of offshore activity in Brazil is intensifying demand for vessels registered under the Brazilian Special Registry (REB) Market impact This trend reflects a structural issue: offshore expansion is outpacing compliant fleet growth • regulatory...

Brazil has introduced new regulatory developments affecting both aviation and maritime fuels, reflecting ongoing modernization of the country’s energy framework. Market impact Recent regulatory measures go beyond technical updates and signal a broader shift in...

Global offshore activity continues to expand across both oil & gas and renewable sectors, contributing to a tightening in vessel supply and offshore service capacity. Market Impact This trend is expected to: intensify competition for offshore vessels and...

Escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are reshaping global oil flows and increasing concerns over supply disruptions, particularly in relation to key transit routes such as the Strait of Hormuz. In this context, Brazil is increasingly viewed as a...

Brazil’s Ministry of Ports and Airports has announced a new investment portfolio totaling approximately R$ 41.7 billion, to be financed through the Merchant Marine Fund (FMM), aimed at expanding shipbuilding capacity and port infrastructure. The portfolio includes...

Brazil’s 2026 Capacity Reserve Auction (LRCAP) has played a key role in advancing the integration of natural gas infrastructure and power generation, reinforcing the gas-to-wire model in the Brazilian energy market. The auction resulted in the contracting of a...

Industry consultants have highlighted growing concerns regarding a potential global shortage of offshore vessel capacity, driven by the rapid expansion of offshore activities across both traditional oil and gas and emerging renewable energy sectors. Demand for...

Brazil’s government is expected to approve guidelines for offshore wind auctions at an upcoming meeting of the National Council for Energy Policy (CNPE). The decision will define the regulatory framework necessary to launch the country’s first auctions for offshore...

Brazil’s Ministry of Mines and Energy is expected to publish in April 2026 the ordinance establishing the regulatory framework for the country’s first auction dedicated to large-scale battery energy storage systems. The auction will be conducted under the Capacity...

The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has reaffirmed its projections that global oil demand will continue to grow through 2026 and 2027, with consumption expected to increase by approximately 1.4 million barrels per day in 2026 and 1.3 million...