Petrobras and Equinor signed contracts for the Campos Basin Integrated Natural Gas Flow System, including maritime pipelines and infrastructure sharing.

Petrobras and Equinor signed important agreements for the Campos Basin Integrated Natural Gas Flow System (SIE-BC) and for access to the Cabiúnas Gas Treatment Unit (UTGCAB).

With the signing of these contracts, Equinor will be able to transport natural gas from the Roncador field, located in the Campos Basin, from January 1, 2024. Equinor has a 25% stake in Roncador, while Petrobras is the operator of the field and holds the other 75%.

Petrobras and Equinor signed significant agreements for the Integrated system of Campos Basin Natural Gas Outflow (SIE-BC) and for access to the Treatment Unit

Expanding Petrobras infrastructure

O Integrated system de Gas Flow (SIE-BC) is made up of a network of marine pipelines and land owned by Petrobras, which connect to Treatment Unit de Gás de Cabiúnas (UTGCAB), also owned by Petrobras, located in Cabiúnas, Rio de Janeiro.

In this way, Petrobras complies with the provisions of the Gas Law, negotiating access to infrastructure and enabling diversification of agents in all links of the natural gas chain, the company reiterated.

Petrobras currently has contracts infrastructure sharing in the Santos Basin (SIE BS and SIP), the Catu Hub (BA) and the Cacimbas Hub (ES).

Expanding Petrobras' participation

Petrobras, also known as Petróleo Brasileiro S.A., is expanding its participation in the natural gas sector with the aim of strengthening its integrated system and ensuring adequate gas flow throughout the country. The company is committed to promoting the diversification of agents and the sharing of infrastructure, seeking to optimize the natural gas chain.

Furthermore, Petrobras is investing in the expansion of its maritime and land pipelines, aiming to increase their flow capacity and contribute to the efficiency of the system. The company reaffirms its commitment to the Gas Law and seeks to meet market demands in a sustainable and innovative way.

New opportunities in the natural gas sector

With the expansion of its infrastructure and the consolidation of its sharing contracts, Petrobras is opening new opportunities for the diversification of agents and the integration of the natural gas market. The company is committed to promoting the sustainable development of the sector and ensuring equitable access to infrastructure, contributing to the country's economic growth.

Through the modernization and expansion of its facilities, including UTGCAB in Cabiúnas, Petrobras reaffirms its commitment to the natural gas sector, strengthening its position as a market leader and ensuring the continuous supply of gas to Brazil.