Petrobras, ABB, Seatrium to Develop Two All-Electric FPSO Vessels
Petrobras is advancing offshore oil innovation through a strategic partnership with ABB and Seatrium to develop two all-electric FPSO (Floating Production Storage and Offloading) vessels, P-84 and P-85, destined for Brazil’s Atapu and Sépia oil fields. These next-generation vessels, each capable of producing 225,000 barrels of oil per day, represent Petrobras’ first foray into fully electrified offshore platforms. The design aims to boost energy efficiency, reduce emissions, and improve operational flexibility.
ABB will supply advanced automation and electrical systems, including its ABB Ability System 800xA, substation automation compliant with IEC 61850, and modular eHouses. Notably, the project will debut ABB’s Is-limiter technology in offshore operations—crucial for preventing short-circuit damage and ensuring electrical system stability under extreme demands. Key components, like UniGear ZS1 switchboards, will be produced locally at ABB’s Sorocaba facility, supporting Petrobras’ local content goals and contributing to Brazil’s industrial economy.
Seatrium will handle the FPSOs’ engineering and construction, collaborating closely with ABB to meet complex offshore requirements and stringent safety standards. This joint effort highlights a global engineering synergy that combines digital automation and large-scale offshore fabrication.
Petrobras is responding to the growing global demand for oil with innovative, sustainable technologies. The P-84 and P-85 projects not only increase production but also set a new standard for cleaner offshore energy. As the FPSO market is projected to reach $46.2 billion by 2033, Petrobras is positioning itself as a leader in both energy output and environmental stewardship.
Petrobras is advancing offshore oil innovation through a strategic partnership with ABB and Seatrium to develop two all-electric FPSO (Floating Production Storage and Offloading) vessels, P-84 and P-85, destined for Brazil’s Atapu and Sépia oil fields. These next-generation vessels, each capable of producing 225,000 barrels of oil per day, represent Petrobras’ first foray into fully electrified offshore platforms. The design aims to boost energy efficiency, reduce emissions, and improve operational flexibility.
ABB will supply advanced automation and electrical systems, including its ABB Ability System 800xA, substation automation compliant with IEC 61850, and modular eHouses. Notably, the project will debut ABB’s Is-limiter technology in offshore operations—crucial for preventing short-circuit damage and ensuring electrical system stability under extreme demands. Key components, like UniGear ZS1 switchboards, will be produced locally at ABB’s Sorocaba facility, supporting Petrobras’ local content goals and contributing to Brazil’s industrial economy.
Seatrium will handle the FPSOs’ engineering and construction, collaborating closely with ABB to meet complex offshore requirements and stringent safety standards. This joint effort highlights a global engineering synergy that combines digital automation and large-scale offshore fabrication.
Petrobras is responding to the growing global demand for oil with innovative, sustainable technologies. The P-84 and P-85 projects not only increase production but also set a new standard for cleaner offshore energy. As the FPSO market is projected to reach $46.2 billion by 2033, Petrobras is positioning itself as a leader in both energy output and environmental stewardship.
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