More Oil in Brazil! Petrobras Reveals Discovery of Hydrocarbons in Pre-Salt of Campos Basin

Written by Andriely Medeiros de Araújo

Published on 25/03/2025 at 22:36

Petrobras identifica hidrocarbonetos no bloco Norte de Brava, na Bacia de Campos, reforçando seu potencial exploratório no pré-sal brasileiro. (Imagem: CANVA).

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Petrobras announced, last Monday, 24, the identification of hydrocarbons in the pre-salt of the Campos Basin, reinforcing the exploratory potential of the region. The discovery occurred in the North Brava block, through the exploratory well 1-BRSA-1394-RJS, located 105 km off the coast of Rio de Janeiro, at a water depth of 575 meters. This discovery reinforces Petrobras’s commitment to expanding reserves in the Brazilian pre-salt.

Details of Drilling and Evaluation of the Discovery

The drilling of the well has been completed, and currently, Petrobras is conducting the final profiling for a detailed evaluation of the hydrocarbons found.

The presence of hydrocarbons in the North Brava block was confirmed through electrical profiles, evidence of gas, and fluid sampling.

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Importance of the North Brava Block for Petrobras

The acquisition of the North Brava block by Petrobras occurred in December 2022, during the 1st Cycle of the Permanent Production Sharing Offering, a bidding process conducted by ANP (National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels).

The management of the contract is under the responsibility of PPSA (Pré-Sal Petróleo S.A.), and Petrobras is the exclusive operator of the block, holding 100% participation.

With this new discovery of hydrocarbons in the North Brava block, Petrobras reinforces its strategic positioning in pre-salt exploration.

The company continues to invest in the expansion of its reserves, focusing on safe and efficient exploration.

The detailed analysis of the collected data will guide future exploratory activities in the area, contributing to the development of the oil sector in Brazil.

The discovery of hydrocarbons in the North Brava block highlights the potential of the Campos Basin for energy production in Brazil.

Petrobras remains committed to research and development to ensure greater efficiency in its exploratory and productive activities.

About Petrobras

Petrobras is one of the largest oil and gas companies in the world, operating throughout the entire production chain of the sector.

The company continues to invest in technology to enhance the exploration and production of oil and natural gas, ensuring greater safety and profitability in its operations.

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