Petrobras lets contract extension to Helix Energy Solutions

Petróleo Brasileiro SA (Petrobras) has let a 2-year extension to Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc. for services offshore Brazil.

The extension applies to the well intervention charter and services contracts for the Siem Helix 2 well intervention vessel. The extension is scheduled to conclude in December 2024 and directly follows Helix’s current contracts with Petrobras.

The Siem Helix 2 can perform a wide range of subsea services including production enhancement, well decommissioning, subsea installation, offshore crane and remotely operated vehicle operations, offshore construction, and emergency response.

The vessel is currently performing riser-based well intervention activities in Santos and Campos basins and has completed more than 60 well interventions for Petrobras to date.