Vallourec, a leading provider of premium seamless tubular solutions, has secured a five-year contract with Equinor, a global energy powerhouse and one of Brazil’s largest oil producers.
This agreement encompasses the turnkey supply of premium tubes, connections, accessories, and services, designed to support Equinor’s operations in Brazil’s offshore oil fields.
Driving Sustainability in Pre-Salt and Post-Salt Fields
Vallourec’s low-carbon, high-performance OCTG (Oil Country Tubular Goods) solutions will play a crucial role in developing the Bacalhau and Raia fields in the pre-salt layer, as well as the Peregrino field in the post-salt layer.
These solutions align with Equinor’s ambitious Energy Transition Plan, aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
Optimizing Operations with Digital Solutions and Services
The contract extends beyond physical products, incorporating innovative digital solutions and Vallourec’s comprehensive Tubular Management Services (TMS). These services are poised to enhance the efficiency of both onshore and offshore operations, ultimately reducing Equinor’s total cost of ownership.
Strategic Hub in Brazil for Localized Support
Vallourec’s strategic premium hub in Brazil, encompassing production plants in Barreiro and Jeceaba (Minas Gerais) and the Vallourec Tubular Solutions (VTS) integrated services center in Macae, will cater to all of Equinor’s needs. This setup ensures a high degree of local content and an optimized supply chain, fostering efficiency and responsiveness.
A Decade of Collaboration and Continued Excellence
Bertrand Frischmann, Vallourec’s Chief Operating Officer of the Americas and a member of the Executive Committee, highlighted the longstanding partnership between the two companies. “Vallourec has been a supplier of Equinor for over 10 years, thanks to its expertise and high value-added products,” he stated. “Our complete OCTG offer will allow Equinor to operate demanding fields in the pre-salt, underlining our level of excellence in Brazil.” This contract reaffirms Vallourec’s commitment to delivering top-tier solutions and solidifies its position as a trusted partner in the energy sector.