Intermoor Wins Petrobras Deal for Subsea Mooring Inspection Services

Intermoor, Acteon's moorings and anchors business, has been awarded a new contract by Petrobras for inspection, preservation, maintenance and operational readiness services covering subsea mooring and anchoring materials. The three-year deal marks the company's third contract from Petrobras in under a year, reinforcing a long-standing partnership. The scope covers a wide range of critical mooring components across Brazil's subsea infrastructure, with 20,000 square metres dedicated to storing Petrobras materials at Intermoor's Açu Port yard.

 

Details of the Contract

 

Intermoor has secured a significant new contract from Petrobras. The award covers inspection, preservation, maintenance and operational readiness services. These relate to subsea interconnection, mooring and anchoring materials. Intermoor operates as Acteon's moorings and anchors business line. The contract supports Petrobras's offshore operations across Brazil.

The award reinforces an established relationship between the two companies. It marks the third contract Intermoor has secured from Petrobras in less than a year. This reflects a long-standing partnership built on technical capability. Consistent operational performance and delivery underpin the relationship. Repeat awards of this kind signal continued confidence in the supplier.

 

Scope of Components Covered

 

The contract addresses a broad range of critical mooring equipment. Intermoor will deliver integrated services across numerous component types. These include chains, steel wire ropes, anchors and connectors. Load collars, anode collars and adapters are also covered. Other load handling accessories complete the range of components.

These components are fundamental to offshore mooring systems. Mooring equipment holds offshore facilities securely in position. Maintaining this equipment is essential for safe offshore operations. The services support Petrobras's extensive subsea infrastructure portfolio. This makes the contract integral to the operator's offshore reliability.

 

The Inspection and Maintenance Scope

 

The three-year contract encompasses a comprehensive set of services. These include visual and dimensional inspection of materials and accessories. Non-destructive testing forms a further element of the scope. This includes magnetic particle and liquid penetrant testing methods. Cleaning and surface preparation are also part of the work.

The scope extends to preservation and reconditioning of components. Surface treatment and painting support the preservation of materials. Maintenance, repair, replacement and reconditioning of anchoring components are included. Handling, transportation, storage and preservation complete the services. This breadth covers the full maintenance cycle for mooring equipment.

 

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Dedicated Storage Facilities

 

The contract requires significant dedicated storage capacity. It calls for 20,000 square metres allocated exclusively to Petrobras materials. This space will store materials undergoing maintenance at Intermoor's Açu Port yard. The facility supports the temporary storage of components during the maintenance cycle. This dedicated allocation reflects the scale of the contract.

The storage arrangement ensures proper management of materials. The facility will ensure proper identification of components. It will also support organisation and traceability throughout the maintenance cycle. Maintaining traceability is critical for quality assurance in offshore operations. This systematic approach underpins the reliability of the serviced equipment.

 

End-to-End Mooring Capability

 

The contract strengthens Intermoor's position across the mooring lifecycle. It builds on the company's capabilities in permanent mooring installation in Brazil. The ability to inspect and maintain components at scale offers direct control. This control extends over asset readiness, quality and traceability. It positions the company ahead of offshore execution.

This integrated capability supports more efficient offshore operations. Combined with investment in the Açu Port base, it aids asset integrity. It positions Intermoor to support installation programmes with greater efficiency. Improved mobilisation planning is a further benefit of this approach. Increased operational certainty results from controlling the full mooring lifecycle.

 

Significance for the Partnership

 

The award deepens a partnership with a major national operator. Company leadership expressed pride in strengthening the relationship with Petrobras. Being selected again reflects the trust placed in the local team. It also demonstrates the ability to deliver consistent, high-quality services. This applies across complex offshore assets in Petrobras's portfolio.

The contract also marks a milestone for the company in Brazil. Company leadership noted that Intermoor is celebrating twenty years in Brazil. This longevity reflects established local expertise in the market. The company committed to supporting safe, efficient and reliable operations. This local presence underpins its continued work on complex offshore projects.