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May The Best One Win! Shipyards Will Have Until October 16 To Enter The Competition And Win The Billion-Dollar Bid Opened By The Brazilian Oil Giant
The Petrobras, a giant in the oil industry, once again demonstrates its commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. Recently, the company published a bidding announcement that promises to revolutionize the disposal of its offshore platforms. This action is part of a new guideline from the company, aimed at the sustainable decommissioning of its vessels, with a focus on the P-33 platform, located in the Campos Basin, at the Marlim Field.
Watch The Video Below To Understand How The Decommissioning Of An FPSO Ship Is Done
Petrobras Plans To Deactivate A Total Of 26 Units By 2027 And Another 27 Units From 2028 To 2029, Resulting In The Disposal Of Over 650,000 Tons Of Steel For Recycling.
The P-33 platform is a FPSO (Floating Production, Storage and Offloading) with impressive dimensions: 337 meters long, 54.5 meters wide, and weighing around 49,000 tons. This unit, which has significantly contributed to oil production in Brazil, is now following the path of the P-32, with a promise of sustainable and innovative decommissioning.
One of the main inovations of this announcement is the focus on the national market. To participate in the bidding, interested companies must be shipyards or be associated with national shipyards, with the capacity to offer dry dock services. This not only boosts the local economy but also promises significant job opportunities in the national shipbuilding industry.
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Petrobras plans to deactivate a total of 26 units by 2027 and another 27 units from 2028 to 2029, resulting in the disposal of over 650,000 tons of steel for recycling.
The Unit’s Hull Dismantling Will Occur In A Dry Dock And An Inventory Of Hazardous Materials Will Be Prepared By A Recognized Company
The new model for the sustainable disposal of ships from Petrobras is aligned with the best ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices in the global industry. This commitment encompasses various areas, from minimizing waste generation to controlling carbon emissions and preventing impacts on biodiversity. Additionally, the safety and health of workers involved in recycling activities are priorities, as is the respect for the human rights commitments made by the company.
Competing companies must present a detailed recycling plan, covering all aspects from the initial procedures for receiving the unit to the final disposal of waste. The dismantling of the unit’s hull will take place in a dry dock, ensuring a safe and efficient process.
An inventory of hazardous materials will be prepared by a recognized company, assisting in the preparation of the recycling plan and ensuring safety throughout the process.
The Petrobras will take responsibility for delivering the platform to the shipyard indicated by the buyer, ensuring its recycling and preventing any return to navigation. To participate in the bidding, shipyards must have an operating license that explicitly includes the dismantling activity, capacity for temporary storage and handling of materials, as well as a contingency and emergency plan.
Work safety is paramount, and Petrobras will closely supervise the entire recycling process to ensure that it is sustainable and auditable.
Petrobras Is At The Forefront Of The Oil Industry, Promoting Sustainability And Generating Jobs In Brazil
Petrobras is at the forefront of the oil industry, adopting innovative measures to promote sustainability and generate jobs in Brazil. With the bidding announcement for the sustainable decommissioning of the P-33 platform and other units, the company demonstrates its commitment to environmental and social responsibility while boosting the national economy.
This is an exciting time for the Brazilian shipbuilding industry, as new job opportunities and investments arise, promoting a greener and more prosperous future for all involved.
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