The closure of 26 oil platforms in the state of Sergipe, Brazil, is expected to generate approximately $2.5 billion and requires significant logistical coordination and workforce involvement.
By 2035, all 26 oil platforms still operating off the coast of Sergipe, Brazil, will be dismantled, as announced by Petrobras. This initiative, predicted to mobilize around $2.5 billion, aligns with Petrobras’s decision to halt oil production in shallow waters beginning in 2021. The dismantling process is not only an economic endeavor but also a complex logistical undertaking that sees the involvement of around 430 professionals from various fields on a daily basis.
The manager of decommissioning at Petrobras, Harlen Dantas, emphasized the need for careful integration of all related tasks to ensure efficiency. This involves meticulous logistics planning to ensure the right personnel are present at the correct locations with the necessary materials and equipment. Only one of the platforms is equipped for professionals to operate for extended periods, highlighting the scale and challenge of dismantling the remaining structures safely.
The dismantling process follows international safety protocols and collaborates with numerous companies, ensuring that operations maintain high standards throughout. This strategic approach aims to mitigate both economic impacts and potential environmental risks as the region transitions away from oil production.
