Baker Hughes to Supply Subsea Tree Systems and Associated Services for Petrobras
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Baker Hughes (NASDAQ: BKR) has secured a significant contract from Petrobras to supply up to 50 subsea tree systems and associated services for offshore oil and gas production in Brazil. The agreement includes manufacturing pre-salt standard subsea trees, subsea distribution units, and monitoring equipment for multiple Brazilian offshore fields.
The systems will enhance recovery in established fields like Albacora, Jubarte, and Barracuda-Caratinga, as well as support new pre-salt developments in the Mero and Buzios fields. The project will begin procurement and manufacturing in Q3 2025, contributing to Brazil's local economy through Baker Hughes' localization strategy.
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- Significant contract win for up to 50 subsea tree systems from major client Petrobras
- Contract expands presence in Brazil's growing offshore energy sector
- Project supports both established fields and new pre-salt developments
- Local manufacturing strategy strengthens market position in Brazil
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Baker Hughes secures major Petrobras contract for up to 50 subsea systems, strengthening its position in Brazil's offshore energy sector.
This significant award from Petrobras positions Baker Hughes to supply up to 50 subsea tree systems and associated equipment across multiple Brazilian offshore fields. The contract, secured through open tender, encompasses manufacturing of pre-salt standard subsea trees, distribution units, in-line tees, vertical connection systems, and topside control cabinets for monitoring from floating production vessels.
The strategic importance of this deal cannot be overstated. Subsea trees are sophisticated assemblies of valves and fittings installed on wellheads to control production flow—essentially the critical control points for offshore wells. At typical costs ranging from
This agreement strengthens Baker Hughes' foothold in Brazil's lucrative offshore market while providing Petrobras with essential technology to enhance recovery in mature fields (Albacora, Jubarte, Barracuda-Caratinga) and optimize production in newer pre-salt developments like Mero and Buzios. The pre-salt fields are particularly valuable assets for Petrobras, containing some of Brazil's largest oil reserves in deep geological formations beneath thick salt layers.
Baker Hughes' continued localization strategy in Brazil creates a competitive advantage through established supply chains and manufacturing capabilities while satisfying Brazil's local content requirements. With manufacturing and procurement scheduled to begin in Q3 2025, this contract provides Baker Hughes with solid backlog visibility and reinforces its position as a key technology partner in Brazil's offshore energy development.
- Baker Hughes to supply up to 50 subsea trees and associated equipment in Brazil
HOUSTON and LONDON, Sept. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Baker Hughes (NASDAQ: BKR), an energy technology company, announced Monday a significant award from Petrobras to supply up to 50 subsea tree systems and associated services to support offshore oil and gas production across multiple fields in Brazil. The award was secured through an open tender.
Under the agreement, Baker Hughes will manufacture Petrobras’ pre-salt standard subsea trees, as well as subsea distribution units, in-line tees and vertical connection systems, to enable safe, reliable and efficient production on the seafloor. In addition, topside control cabinets will provide monitoring and control of subsea equipment from floating production storage and offloading vessels.
“Baker Hughes has a history of innovation and operational excellence throughout our decades of collaboration with Petrobras,” said Amerino Gatti, executive vice president of Oilfield Services & Equipment, Baker Hughes. “This agreement opens new opportunities to accelerate growth in Brazil’s offshore energy sector, and we look forward to helping Petrobras efficiently and responsibly develop the hydrocarbon resources that power Latin America.”
These modern subsea systems will enhance recovery in established fields including Albacora, Jubarte and Barracuda-Caratinga. They will also be deployed in more recent pre-salt developments, including the Mero and Buzios fields, to optimize production in new wells.
Baker Hughes has been deeply involved in the development of Brazil’s offshore oil and gas industry, and its localization strategy contributes to the nation’s economy. The project will commence procurement and manufacturing in the third quarter of 2025.
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Baker Hughes (NASDAQ: BKR) is an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet. Visit us at bakerhughes.com.
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