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Significant progress in pre-salt exploration
The FPSO Pioneiro de Libra, a crucial asset of the Altera&Ocyan joint venture, celebrates six years of innovative operations in the Mero field, located in the coveted Brazilian pre-salt. Since the start of production in 2017, this pioneering vessel has contributed more than 68 million bbl of oil, symbolizing a significant milestone for both the company and Brazil's oil industry.
Operational excellence and security
The impressive performance of the FPSO Pioneiro de Libra is not just quantitative. The unit processed an extraordinary volume of 4.6 billion m³ of gas, part of which was reinjected into the reservoir, demonstrating the company's commitment to sustainable practices. Furthermore, the platform vessel achieved production records, exceeding 50 thousand bbl/day, and maintained an annual operational efficiency of over 98%, approaching the historical record of 99.85% achieved in 2020. This performance highlights Altera&Ocyan's dedication safety standards, marked by 1.744 days without lost-time accidents.
Strategic management and innovation
Marcelo Marques Nunes, general director of Altera&Ocyan, highlights the complexity of the ongoing operations of the FPSO Pioneiro de Libra, emphasizing the need for attitude, precision and resilience. Effective management and highly qualified staff are essential to PDL's continued success. Thales Moran, Operations Manager, adds, expressing pride in the vessel's significant contribution to the history of the Brazilian pre-salt.
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Sustainability and technology initiatives
2023 was a year of advancement for Altera&Ocyan, with the implementation of a comprehensive Planning, Maintenance & Integrity program. The FPSO Pioneiro de Libra not only stood out in technology and innovation, but also in sustainability. The unit made significant improvements, such as aligning the second bank of CO2 removal membranes and increasing drinking water production capacity, reinforcing its commitment to responsible environmental practices.
A strategic asset in the Pre-salt
The FPSO Pioneiro de Libra is the first vessel to operate in Campo de Mero, in the Libra Block, one of the largest reserves in the Brazilian pre-salt, located in the Santos Basin. The unit is part of a robust program by the Libra Block, seeking to define the best development strategy for the area. Furthermore, the client Consórcio de Libra, with Petrobras as operator, carries out Long-Term Tests and Early Production Systems, collecting essential data for understanding the reservoir.
Socioeconomic impact and strategic partnerships
Since the beginning of its production, it is estimated that the FPSO Pioneiro de Libra has generated more than 2 thousand direct and indirect jobs, onshore and offshore. The partnership between Altera&Ocyan and other leading companies, such as Petrobras, TotalEnergies, Shell Brasil, among others, demonstrates the importance of working together for technological and sustainable advancement in the oil and gas sector. The construction of the PDL, which began in 2014, involved thousands of professionals and millions of hours of work, consolidating the Altera&Ocyan partnership as a successful model in the sector.
Technical data and promising future
The FPSO Pioneiro de Libra, with a 12-year charter and service contract with Petrobras, is an example of innovation in the oil and gas industry. With a production capacity of 50.000 bbl/day and operating in ultra-deep waters, the platform vessel is a milestone in the history of oil exploration in Brazil, paving the way for future developments in the sector and reinforcing the country's position as a leader in exploration. of the pre-salt.
Source: Press Information – CDN Comunicação.
