The Octopus Field (PRIO) Continues Operations With 11 Producing Wells and One Injector, Production Is Flowed to the FPSO Bravo Through a 11 km Tieback

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Published on 16/04/2025 at 15:39

Campo de Polvo (PRIO): veja dados, história e operação atual do ativo offshore que ajuda a sustentar a produção da empresa

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Platform Operated by PRIO Since 2013 Sends Oil 11 Km to FPSO Bravo, With Active Production of 11 Wells and One Injector

The Polvo Field (PRIO) is one of the most emblematic examples of restructuring and operational innovation in the Brazilian offshore sector. Discovered in 1994, it went through various operators until being taken over by PRIO (formerly HRT P3) in 2013, and today represents a consolidated asset in independent oil production in Brazil.

The history of the field began in January 1994 with the drilling of well 1-RJS-455, in a water depth of 121 meters, by the semi-submersible rig Treasure Legend (SS-41), under operation of then BR. The production officially began in 2007, under Devon’s management.

Operational Transition and Tieback to FPSO Bravo

After a stint with BP, the field was acquired by HRT in 2013, now rebranded as PRIO. Until 2021, the extracted oil was routed to FPSO Polvo, initially operated by Prosafe and later by BW. With the decommissioning of the floating unit, PRIO implemented one of the boldest logistical solutions in recent offshore: an 11 km long subsea tieback. — FPSO Bravo

After a stint with BP, the field was acquired by HRT in 2013, now rebranded as PRIO. Until 2021, the extracted oil was routed to the FPSO Polvo, initially operated by Prosafe and later by BW. With the decommissioning of the floating unit, PRIO implemented one of the boldest logistical solutions in recent offshore: a 11 km long subsea tieback.

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Production Capacity and Active Structure

Currently, the Polvo platform has 11 producing wells and 1 injector well, allowing for operational stability and reservoir control. The integration with Tubarão Martelo reinforces PRIO’s strategy to optimize mature assets and maintain high utilization levels even in already consolidated structures.

This model, based on technical innovation and maximization of existing resources, positions the Polvo Field (PRIO) as a reference for productive resilience in the Campos Basin.

History of the Polvo Field (PRIO) in Numbers

Discovery: January 1994
Water Depth: 121 meters
Active Wells: 11 producers + 1 injector
Production Started: 2007
Tieback to FPSO Bravo: 11 km long
Previous FPSO (decommissioned): FPSO Polvo

According to information published by radio operator Venicio Viter on LinkedIn, the tieback completed in 2021 marked a milestone in the continuity of production with reduced logistical costs and increased energy efficiency.

The Octopus Field (PRIO) Continues Operations With 11 Producing Wells and One Injector, Production Is Flowed to the FPSO Bravo Through a 11 km Tieback

Platform Operated by PRIO Since 2013 Sends Oil 11 Km to FPSO Bravo, With Active Production of 11 Wells and One Injector

Operational Transition and Tieback to FPSO Bravo

Production Capacity and Active Structure

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