Offshore

DOF Secures 4-Year Petrobras RSV Deal for Skandi Commander

DOF signs a 4-year Petrobras RSV contract in Brazil for Skandi Commander, featuring AUV operations alongside ROV. The $150 million deal is expected to start in January 2027.

Photo source: DOF

30, December 2025
186 Views

DOF Group ASA signs a new long-term contract in Brazil, securing a four-year agreement with Petrobras for the RSV Skandi Commander.

The award follows the same competitive tender process that previously resulted in six four-year RSV contract wins announced by DOF. Under this latest scope, Skandi Commander will deploy an Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) as part of its duties, in addition to a Remote Operated Vehicle (ROV).

The contract is expected to commence in January 2027 and is valued at approximately $150 million.

Chief executive Mons Aase said the company’s Brazil performance this year has added more than $2 billion to backlog through AHTS, RSV, and PIDF tenders. He also noted that DOF is marking 25 years of operations in Brazil, with a large share of the fleet now secured on firm contracts extending beyond 2030.

Tags: AUV, Brazil, offshore vessels, Petrobras, RSV

Editorial Note:
This article was prepared with the assistance of AI tools to enhance clarity and efficiency.
All information has been reviewed and verified by the HMT News editor.

8, Mar
|

Offshore

Petrobras Holds 36 of Brazil’s 49 Offshore Rigs

Petrobras controls 36 of Brazil’s 49 offshore rigs, while Westwood Global Energy Group data point to 5,472 minimum rig days of demand through 2029.

4, Mar
|

Offshore

OceanPact and CBO to Merge

OceanPact and CBO plan to combine, forming a 73-vessel offshore support and marine services platform in Brazil with revenue above $778 million and backlog near $2.7 billion.

4, Feb
|

Offshore

Valaris Preps Two Drillships for Brazil and West Africa

Valaris confirmed Valaris DS-17 reached Rio for Equinor Energy do Brasil ahead of Raia work, while Valaris DS-15 completes coating and crane scopes in Spain for a 3Q 2026 West Africa start.