Vallourec Secures Major Pipe Supply Contract for Petrobras's Offshore Sepia 2 Project
French manufacturer Vallourec has secured a significant contract to supply carbon-steel line pipes and external coatings for the offshore development of Brazil’s Sepia 2 project, led by Petrobras. The deal covers approximately 130 kilometers of subsea infrastructure in ultra-deep waters off the Brazilian coast and includes thermal insulation coating applied at Vallourec's local facilities. This contract reinforces Vallourec's growing presence in Brazil’s technically challenging pre-salt market. The project, located in the Santos Basin, involves a floating production vessel connected to 15 wells installed at depths of around 2,170 meters. Subsea7 was awarded the broader engineering and construction contract before passing on the pipe supply scope to Vallourec. While no financial value has been disclosed, the deal is described as major by the company. Vallourec’s ability to integrate manufacturing with coating services enhances its competitive edge in deepwater projects that demand high-performance materials. The win aligns with broader long-term agreements and recent offshore contracts linked to Petrobras's Atapu and Búzios fields, reinforcing Brazil’s strategic importance for the company.
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