2026 Chairs and Speakers
Keynote Speaker
Tabita Loureiro
PPSA
Director
Event Chair
Dimitrius magalhães
Petrobras
Executive Manager of Production Development Projects
Event Chair
Marcelo Ramis
Petrobras
General Manager - Buzios Asset - Projects & Pre-OP
Keynote SpeakerTABITA LOUREIRO
PPSA
DIRECTOR
Tabita Loureiro holds a degree in Production Engineering from UFF, a postgraduate degree in Petroleum Engineering from PUC-Rio, and a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, also from PUC. She holds an MBA in Oil and Natural Gas Management from the Geneva Business School and is a regulation specialist at the National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP), where she served as a public official for 17 years. She is currently the Technical Director at Pré-Sal Petróleo.
Event ChairCARLOS ALBERTO PEDROSO
SPE Regional Director – Latin America and the Caribbean Region
Chemical engineer graduated from UFPR, with a specialization in Petroleum Engineering at Petrobras beginning in 1987. Professional experience started in the Recôncavo Basin as a completion engineer, with a focus on hydraulic fracturing techniques for low-permeability formations. This area of expertise later led to a master’s degree at Unicamp, completed in 1995.
In 2013, joined Enauta as a Master Completion Engineer, remaining in the position until 2024. In 2022, received the SPE Latin America Regional Completions Optimization and Technology Award. Returned to Petrobras in 2025 as a Well Integrity Engineer, a position held until retirement. Currently works as an independent consultant.
Event ChairLEONARDO CARNEIRO
SHELL
Head of Production Excellence
Leonardo Carneiro is Head of Production Excellence at Shell, where he has built a 34-year career in the oil industry. He has extensive experience in production operations, venture and asset management, logistics, contract management, and negotiation. He holds a degree in Civil Engineering from Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul and a postgraduate degree in Finance Administration from PUC Minas. In 2024, he completed the Negotiation Mastery program at Harvard Business School.
Event ChairDIMITRIUS MAGALHÃES
PETROBRAS
Executive Manager of Production Development Projects
Dimitrios Chalela Magalhães is an Executive Manager of Production Development Projects at Petrobras. With more than 20 years of experience in supply chain, asset management, operational excellence, and capital project delivery. He holds a degree in Business Administration from Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie and has completed executive education programs at IESE Business School and Harvard Business School. Throughout his career at Petrobras, he has held leadership roles across capital projects, offshore maintenance, downstream logistics, inventory and warehousing, strategic sourcing, procurement, and category management. His experience includes managing highly complex portfolios and annual CAPEX budgets exceeding US$7 billion, leading large-scale strategic negotiations, and overseeing extensive global supplier networks. He has also served as a Board Member, contributing to investment decisions, corporate governance, risk management, organizational transformation, and capital allocation.
Event ChairMARCELO RAMIS
PETROBRAS
General Manager – Buzios Asset – Projects & Pre-OP
Marcelo Ramis is a Chemical Engineer with more than 24 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, with a solid background in operations, maintenance, asset management, and project implementation. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from UFRGS and a Master’s degree from COPPE/UFRJ. He currently serves as General Manager of Projects and Pre-Operations for the Búzios Field, leading the implementation and pre-operations of seven high-capacity FPSOs and field development projects. His expertise focuses on asset management, reliability, human factors, and the application of new technologies to enhance productivity and operational safety.
Honorary ChairJOSÉ FORMIGLI
CEO Forsea Engenharia | Fifth Ocean Group
José Formigli joined Petrobras in 1983 where he worked as a petroleum engineer in E&P, on and offshore Brazil, and was responsible, among other activities, for the implementation of Pre-salt projects since first discoveries, as well as Managing Director of E&P until early 2015. Since then, he has been working with his own consultancy Forsea Engenharia, and also acting as a member of the Advisory Boards of Operators and Suppliers. In 2023 Formigli joined as Sr Operating Partner the Fifth Ocean Group, an US Private Equity fund.
Formigli holds a degree in Civil Engineering from IME and an MBA from COPPEAD and a management course from INSEAD; he is a member of SPE and SUT, Doctor Honoris Causa at the University of Aveiro/Portugal, having been awarded by SPE and IBP, including the Leopoldo Américo Miguez de Mello Award at ROG 2022 and OTC 2025 Distinguished Achievement Award for Individuals.
Executive ChairTIAGO ALBUQUERQUE
Consultant at Falconi
Tiago is a Petroleum Engineer with an MBA in Maintenance Engineering and over 12 years of industrial and leadership experience. Before joining Falconi, he led the management system for FPSO assets, strategic planning, and corporate performance targets at PRIO. As a Falconi Consultant, Tiago now supports Oil & Gas operators in improving results through asset management, maintenance excellence, and management systems improvement.
Former President of the SPE UFRJ Student Chapter, Tiago organized national and international technical events. This year, he chairs the 5th edition of the SPE Brazil FPSO Symposium, supported by a Technical Committee, with a program featuring 4 Event Chairs, 10 Session Chairs, and over 20 speakers, including industry directors, global and country managers, and SMEs.
Event Chair
Leonardo Carneiro
Shell
Head of Production Excellence
Event Chair
Dimitrius magalhães
Petrobras
Executive Manager of Production Development Projects
Event Chair
Marcelo Ramis
Petrobras
General Manager - Buzios Asset - Projects & Pre-OP
Honorary Chair
Jose Formigli
Forsea Engenharia
Event Chair
Carlos José de Nascimento Travassos
Brava Energia
Chief Offshore Operations Officer
Event Chair
Maria Celia Ximenes
Formerly Chevron
General Manager, Marine Technical & Projects
Honorary Chair
Renata Baruzzi
Petrobras
Executive Engineering, Technology and Innovation Executive Director
ChairRODRIGO ROCHA
Business Development Manager at MODEC
Rodrigo Rocha is Business Development Manager at MODEC in Brazil, where he is responsible for engagement with new FPSO projects and clients in the offshore energy sector, business development and external and internal communication. With more than 15 years of experience in the industry, he has built his career across offshore drilling, shipbuilding, FPSO EPC, leasing and operations. Since joining MODEC in 2015, Rodrigo has been actively involved in strategic FPSO projects development for MODEC in Brazil and international markets. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) and a postgraduate degree from IBP – Brazilian Petroleum, Gas and Biofuels Institute.
ChairVINICIUS MAIA
Coordinator of the CENPES 2050 Program at Petrobras
Vinicius Maia de Jesus is Coordinator of the CENPES 2050 Program at Petrobras, an initiative responsible for shaping the company’s long-term vision for research, development, innovation, and technology. He holds a degree in Electrical Engineering and a master’s degree in Business Administration, and has built his career through various managerial and leadership positions in innovation, technology management, and project management. His work focuses on strengthening technological capabilities, fostering innovation ecosystems, and defining strategic guidelines to ensure that Petrobras is prepared for the future technological challenges of the energy industry.
Technical LeaderRAFAELA VIEIRA
Business Development Manager at Subsea7
Rafaela Vieira is Business Development Manager at Subsea7, responsible for market analysis and business planning. She holds a degree in Mechatronic Engineering from the Catholic University of Petrópolis and California State University, USA, and a master’s degree in petroleum engineering from Heriot-Watt University, completed in partnership with Galp in Portugal. Vieira has experience as an Offshore Project Engineer on PLSVs and also holds a degree in Metrology and Quality from Inmetro, where she worked for 10 years before joining the oil and gas industry. She also serves voluntarily as Vice-President of External Relations and D&I Director of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE Brazil).
SpeakerALCIDES SANTORO
Director at SM2 Consultoria Ltda.
Alcides Santoro is an executive in the E&P and Gas & Energy sectors and a petroleum engineer, with a degree in Civil Engineering from USP and 46 years of experience in the oil, gas, biofuels, and power industries.
He worked at Petrobras for 35 years, holding several key positions, including Director of Gas & Energy. He also served as Director of Oil, Gas & Biofuels at EPE.
With 20 years of experience in E&P and 15 years in Gas & Energy, he led the operations of Petrobras’ entire thermoelectric power generation portfolio.
SpeakerDUARTE TRINDADE
Senior Bussines Development Manager at SBM Offshore
Born and raised in Lisbon, Portugal, but living in Brazil in the last 12 Years, Duarte is a Mechanical Engineer with an MSc from IST and an MBA from FGV, complemented by executive education at INSEAD, IMD, Stanford, and MIT. With 25+ years of international experience across Europe, APAC, and LATAM, he has held leadership roles in automotive and energy sectors spanning operations, business development, digital transformation, sustainability, and project management.
SpeakerCARLOS CUNHA
Project Manager at Petrobras
Carlos Cunha is a civil engineer with a M.Sc. degree in Ocean Structures from UFRJ and a specialization on Strategic Management of R&D from INSEAD-France.
Carlos has more than 35 years of experience in the implementation of Production Development projects offshore, with 25 years in management positions at Petrobras.
Nowadays, Carlos is coordinating the development of a conceptual project for Santos Basin high pressure area that comprises several exploration blocks of the Basin.
Session Chair
Larissa Sigiliano
SBM Offshore Group
Business Development Director
Larissa is a civil engineer who graduated from the Universidade Federal de Juiz de Fora. She holds a master's degree in environmental engineering from the Universidade do Porto in Portugal. Additionally, she has a postgraduate degree in petroleum engineering from PUC Rio and holds two MBAs, one in project management from Ibmec and another in business from Fundação Dom Cabral. Larissa has been working in the oil and gas industry since 2007, primarily focusing on big vessel chartering. She spent almost 12 years at Constellation, 7 years at BW Offshore and has been acting as SBM Offshore Business Development Director since July 2025.
Session Chair
Ivan Garcia
Petrobras
General Manager Búzios Program Development
"He has been working on Oil and Gas industry, in the Exploration and Production (E&P) segment, for almost 35 years for Petrobras oil company. Field experience in Brazilian offshore activities as a petroleum engineer and production platforms manager. In the last twenty years was in charge of great jobs involving FPSOs, such as manager of Maintenance and Modifications in Campos Basis Units, managing E&P Engineering for the new projects, and General Manager of Program implementation on the Presalt FPSOs. Graduated as Civil engineer by Military Institute of Engineering and as Petroleum engineer by Federal University of Bahia. He also has MBA in Business Administration and in Project Implementation, respectively, by FGV and USP and a Master's degree in Executive Management by FGV EBAPE."
Speaker
Petrobras Portfolio Challengues and Optimization Updates
Lourenço Lustosa Fróes da Silva
Petrobras
New FPSOs Program Coordinator
Certified PMP, worked in Petrobras offshore megaprojects as team leader, commissioning manager, engineering and procurement manager and project manager. Experience of working overseas as construction coordinator in France, FLNG development in France and procurement expeditor in US, Graduated in Electrical Engineering by UFRJ, Master Degree in Energy Planning by COPPE/UFRJ. Currently works at the Coordination of PROFORT (Petrobras New FPSOs Program).
Speaker
Suriname FPSO case
Frederic BEYS
Total Energies
GranMorgu Project Director
I started my carreer as an engineer in various industries: nuclear submarine components (Michelin), subways and large industrial infrastructures (ALSTOM), before entering the Oil and Gas environment starting with EPC project management in Contractor's organization followed by strategy, petroleum architecture, and projects with TotalEnergies.
Speaker
Large FPSOs: Insights, Lessons, and Strategies for a More Competitive Future
Augusto Castro
RADIX
General Manager Capital Projects
Augusto Castro is a chemical engineer from UFF with an MBA in Project Management from IBMEC and executive education in Business Management from FIA. With over 16 years of experience in multidisciplinary projects focused on the oil and gas sectors, he currently holds the position of General Project Manager at RADIX Engenharia e Desenvolvimento de Software. He leads the capital projects division in the energy business unit and manages a strategic program focused on developing new FPSOs for the Brazilian market.
Speaker
How can gas turbine technology enhance life cycle cost on a FPSO
Patrice Laporte
Siemens Energy
VP O&G Gas Service
Patrice’s 25 years Siemens Energy career leads him to occupy several positions within the company in procurement, logistic, sales, finance and general management. He has spent the bulk of his career in the O&G Industry as well as in the Automotive Industry in different countries (USA, Germany, France, Scotland and Czech Republic). Prior to his current position, Patrice Laporte was the Vice President of Siemens Energy Compression Americas. Prior to Siemens Energy, Patrice held several positions with different companies such as Elf, Accenture and Continental AG. Patrice (52 years old) was born in South of France. He graduated from the Ecole Superieure de Gestion in Paris with a bachelor’s degree in Finance (honors). He is married and has two children.
Session Chair
SBM Guyana journey from entry to last impact
Jean Charles Rinaldi
SBM Offshore Group
Sales and Marketing Director
Jean-Charles Rinaldi is SBM Sales & Marketing Director responsible for Product Marketing, Business Development, Commercial and Sales activities across the Company. He joined SBM Offshore in 2008 as Concept Engineer, then took roles in Project Construction, Start-up and Commissioning before moving to Operations Readiness and FPSO Operations Management. He later joined the Commercial team and became FPSO Business Acquisition Director in 2020. Jean-Charles has over 15 years of experience in the Oil and Gas Industry, having held positions for SBM Offshore in Europe, the Middle East, China and Brazil. Jean-Charles is a Graduate in Mechanical Engineering from the Ecole Nationale Superieure d’Arts et Metiers, Paristech.
ChairLUIZ FEIJÓ
Director of Global Offshore at the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)
Luiz Feijó is Director of Global Offshore at the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), based at the company’s headquarters in Houston, Texas, USA. Feijó is responsible for business development activities related to the classification and certification of offshore production platforms, including life extension and decommissioning. He has been with ABS since 2001 and has more than 40 years of experience in classification, shipbuilding, and offshore operations. He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the State University of Rio de Janeiro (UERJ).
Technical LeaderRAFAEL TORRES
Commercial Director at ABS
Rafael Torres is commercial Director at American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), responsible for business development strategy, management of strategic client relationships, representation of the company with external stakeholders, and leadership of the local business development team in the offshore market. With over 30 years of experience, of which two decades in the oil and gas sector. Has contributed to 11 offshore production platform projects, holding leadership roles across both construction and commercial functions, integrating engineering, execution, and business strategy. Holds a degree in Electrical Engineering, with MBAs from FGV in Oil & Gas Business Management and Project Management, as well as an MBE in Energy from PUC-Rio and executive education in Strategic Thinking from IMD. Certified Consultative Professional.
SpeakerKARINE FRAGOSO
General Manager of Oil, Gas, Energy, and Naval at FIRJAN
Karine Fragoso is the General Manager of Oil, Gas, Energy, and Naval at Firjan. An economist with a postgraduate degree in Energy Management from COPPEAD and trained at the IEL-Wharton program at the University of Pennsylvania, she is a Certified Advisory Board Member by Concertif. She represents FIRJAN in key oil, gas, and naval industry forums, advises the FIRJAN Business Council for Oil and Gas, and leads the federation’s engagement across energy markets and their production chains.
SpeakerMAURICIO ALMEIDA
Director at Tenenge
Mauricio Almeida is a director responsible for industrial projects across the oil and gas, petrochemical, thermoelectric, pulp and paper, steel and mining, and renewable energy sectors. He has extensive experience in construction projects, from development through execution and delivery, with a strong background in naval and offshore construction, including project management, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning. His career is supported by deep expertise in engineering and management, and he has participated in several strategic projects for the oil and gas and shipbuilding industries. He also serves as Vice-President of SINAVAL, the institution representing Brazilian shipyards across the country.
SpeakerMARTA LAHTERMAHER
Executive Director at ONIP
Marta Lahtermaher is Executive Director at ONIP, with extensive experience in developing institutional projects, particularly those focused on promoting the infrastructure sector through engagement among companies, government, and industry associations. In recent years, she has concentrated her work on the oil and gas sector, leading initiatives aimed at strengthening the supply chain and expanding engagement with national and international institutions. She holds a degree in Economics from UERJ and an MBA in Management from Coppead-UFRJ.
SpeakerRAFAEL THOME
Director at Hanwha Ocean
Rafael Thome is Director at Hanwha Ocean, one of South Korea’s largest shipyards, and is responsible for supporting the company’s expansion into Brazil. He has a solid background in oil and gas and renewables, with extensive experience in FPSO and construction vessel operations and OPEX, large CAPEX projects, shipyard construction, and corporate strategy. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Business Studies and Project Management from Lancaster University.
SpeakerTELMO GHIORZI
CEO of ABESPetro
CEO of ABESPetro, BSc in mechanical engineering, MSc in petroleum engineering and PhD in public policies. More than 30 years of experience in Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Engineering & Construction and other industrial sectors.
Session Chair
Prithipal Singh
Shell
Shell Operated Ventures & Mero General Manager
"Prithipal began his journey in the petroleum industry in 2002, joining Shell as a graduate Petroleum Engineer. Over the years, he has embraced various roles, including Subsurface Management, Joint-Venture Governance, and leadership in the Safety & Environment function. His role prior to this was as General Manager, Sabah Asset. There he played a crucial role in the production growth of the Gumusut-Kakap and Malikai fields, the largest producing deepwater assets in Malaysia. This period under his guidance saw the asset being honored twice with Shell’s prestigious Upstream Asset of the Year award, alongside receiving several Operational Excellence accolades from Petronas. In his present role, Prithipal oversees the BC-10 and Bijupira-Salema assets and manages the partnership in the Mero development. His academic credentials include an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Nebraska and an Executive MBA dual degree from Tsinghua University in China and INSEAD in France."
Session Chair
Alexandre Takemoto
Petrobras
General Manager Operational Efficiency of E&P Assets
Alexandre Takemoto has been General Manager of Operational Efficiency for Exploration and Production (E&P) Assets at Petrobras since July 2025. With 19 years of experience as an equipment engineer at the company and 13 years leading teams on strategic projects, he has accumulated solid technical and managerial expertise. He has worked on project development for oil and gas platforms, refining, natural gas processing, thermoelectric plants, and oil and oil product transportation, with a focus on value creation, operational efficiency, and innovation for the oil and gas sector.
Speaker
Core Crew Optimization Analysis
Felipe Augusto Madaschi Piccoli
Equinor
Operations Manager
Felipe Piccoli is an operations manager with over 20 years of experience in offshore oil and gas production. He specializes in asset integrity, production optimization, and brownfield project implementation. Felipe has managed complex operations on FPSOs and fixed platforms, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-performance results in challenging environments. He holds a degree in civil engineering and is currently involved in initiatives focused on digital transformation, operational efficiency, and reliability improvement in mature assets.
Speaker
Petrobras FPSO Redeployment Initiative
Carlos Castilho
Petrobras
Decommissioning General Manager
Carlos Castilho holds a degree in Civil Engineering from PUC-GO, an Electrical Engineering degree, and a Project Management Specialist from UFG-GO. He has worked as a Petroleum Engineer at Petrobras since 2003. He has worked with the production of the onshore São Mateus field in Espírito Santo and with the development of offshore fields, including the construction, maintenance, evaluation, and abandonment of pre-salt and post-salt wells in the Espírito Santo (ES) and Santos (BS) basins, holding various management positions. He is currently the General Manager responsible for decommissioning projects at Petrobras.
Speaker
Innovators: Load Optimization System – optimization of the cargo at ballast tanks to increase hull life, approved by Class Society
Marcelo Mendes
Shell Brazil
Production Excellence and Capability Advisor
Marcelo Mendes, Mechanical Engineer (UFRJ), Master and Doctor of Science ( COPPE/UFRJ). Large experience on Asset Integrity Management, process safety, thermoelasticity, combustion processes and simulation of fire and explosion events. Worked as Technical Director of MTL Engenharia, AIM Director of Bureau Veritas, Risk Manager at BG Brasil and currently as Production Excellence and Capability Advisor at Shell Brasil. Experience on oil & gas production facilities, refineries, petrochemical, steel production, paper and pulp industries. Professor of pos-graduation courses at COPPE and PUC-Rio.
Speaker
Innovators: Load Optimization System – optimization of the cargo at ballast tanks to increase hull life, approved by Class Society
Felipe Castelpoggi
Petrobras
Senior Advisor
Naval Engineer, graduated 18 years ago from UFRJ, Master's degree in Ocean Engineering, specializing in structures, 15 years of experience at Petrobras, working in the areas of structures and offloading.
Speaker
Leased FPSO Life Extension: life extension under FPSO Operator perspective
Fernando Faria
MODEC
Asset Integrity Principal Engineer
Speaker
Fast Track and Successful Redeployment for Baleine Field
José Elias
Altera
Infrastructure Managing Director
José Elias is an Oil & Gas and Shipping professional with over 30 years of experience. He holds a Law degree from the University of São Paulo and completed executive programs at London Business School and IESE. He held management roles at A.P. Moller-Maersk and later led BG Group’s shipping division. Since 2017, he has been with Altera Infrastructure, where he led projects involving life extension and relocations. José currently heads Altera’s operations in Brazil.
ChairALEXANDRE REIS
Executive Director, Firjan System (SESI and SENAI)
Alexandre Reis is Executive Director of the Sistema FIRJAN and Chairman of the Deliberative Board of PREVINDUS (the pension fund for employees of the Sistema S RJ).
He has more than 40 years of professional experience, including 38 years in Executive Director positions. He is responsible for Sesi/Senai RJ.
He began his career in the financial sector, where he worked for 22 years, before moving to the industrial production sector, where he has been with FIRJAN for the past 26 years.
He holds a Master’s degree in Management Systems from UFF, a postgraduate degree in Foreign Exchange from FGV, and executive education specializations in management, strategy, innovation, and corporate governance from Cambridge, Wharton, INSEAD, and MIT. He also holds a board member certification from FGV.
In addition to his corporate experience, he is active in the nonprofit sector as the founder and sponsor of ESPAÇO PEQUENO CIDADÃO, a nonprofit organization that has supported underprivileged children in São Gonçalo through education for the past 31 years. He also serves as a professor and speaker.
ChairTHEODORO NETTO
Professor at COPPE/UFRJ
Theodoro Netto is a Full Professor at COPPE/UFRJ’s Ocean Engineering Program. In 1989, early in his career, he co-founded the Subsea Technology Laboratory, now one of Brazil’s leading research centers in ocean and offshore technology. He holds a degree in Naval Architecture from UFRJ (1988, cum laude), a Master’s in Ocean Engineering from UFRJ (1991), and a Master’s and PhD in Engineering Mechanics from The University of Texas at Austin (1995, 1998).
He coordinated the National Human Resources Program on Structural Integrity of Oil and Gas Industry Installations (2004–2008, ranked 1st nationally) and chaired UFRJ’s Ocean Engineering Department (2012–2016). A longtime Visiting Professor at UT Austin, he serves as Associate Editor of the ASME Journal of Offshore Mechanics and Arctic Engineering, having chaired ASME’s Ocean, Offshore, and Arctic Engineering Division (2019–2020), and recently co-edited the Handbook of Pipeline Engineering (Springer Nature, 2024). He currently serves as Director of the Brazilian Society of Marine Engineers.
Technical LeaderJOSÉ WALMIR
Executive Director at J N Consultoria e Serviços de Engenharia Ltda.
José Walmir Moreira is Executive Director at J N Consultoria e Serviços de Engenharia Ltda. With more than 41 years of experience at Petrobras, he held several technical and managerial positions, including Production Asset Manager in the Campos Basin, Offshore Drilling Manager, Project Manager, and Special Operations Manager. Throughout his career, he developed extensive expertise in offshore operations, project implementation, and well intervention activities. He currently leads engineering consulting and civil works management projects in the oil and gas sector.
SpeakerALLAN MENDONÇA
Operations Manager at Firjan SESI SENAI Macaé and National Manager of the Autonomy and Income Program
Currently, as Operations Manager at Firjan SESI SENAI Macaé, he is responsible for the integrated management of Basic Education, Vocational Education, and Occupational Health and Safety, as well as for engagement with the regional industry. His work focuses on strengthening industrial competitiveness, developing people, and expanding access to quality education, particularly in one of the country’s most strategic regions for the oil, gas, energy, and offshore services sectors.
As National Manager of the Autonomy and Income Program, he leads a nationwide initiative focused on professional training and the productive inclusion of thousands of workers. The program has stood out for creating employment and income opportunities, directly contributing to the strengthening of the Brazilian industry and transforming people’s lives through education.
SpeakerBEATRIZ PELOSI MARTINS
Pedagogical Coordinator at UnIBP, Universidade Corporativa do Instituto Brasileiro do Petróleo, Gás e Biocombustíveis (IBP)
PhD and Master’s degree in Literature from UERJ. She has more than 20 years of experience in Education, including Educational Management in both the public and private sectors, Corporate Education, Educational Solution Design, Teaching in Higher Education and Basic Education, and the management of educational projects.
SpeakerJOSÉ ALCANTARA
Projeto Reação Offshore PRIO
José Alcantara is an HR Coordinator with more than 10 years of professional experience, including seven years dedicated to Human Resources. His work focuses on Organizational Development, HR Governance, Learning & Development, Culture, and Leadership, connecting business strategy, management, and employee experience. He has experience designing and implementing strategic HR solutions in high-growth, organizational transformation, and M&A environments, working closely with C-level executives, business areas, and specialized consultancies. He holds a degree in Business Administration from UFRJ, a postgraduate degree in Project Management from Alumni COPPEAD, and an MBA in Human Resources from PUC-Rio. He is also CAPM® (PMI) and HCMP® Expert Professional certified.
SpeakerROBERTA MENDES
Responsible for the Energy Transition and Sustainability R&D Portfolio at Petrobras
Roberta holds a degree in Civil Engineering from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) and a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from COPPE-UFRJ. She joined Petrobras in 2003 and, in February 2004, completed a specialization in Petroleum Engineering. At Petrobras, she began her career as a Reservoir Engineer, working in water management, reservoir management, and reservoir geomechanics. She has worked on several major projects, applying technologies during the production development phase in the Campos Basin and in the Santos Basin pre-salt.
From 2010 to 2012, she managed the Corporate Reservoir Engineering team and, from 2013 to 2018, led the Búzios, Sépia, and Itapu Reservoirs team. In December 2018, she was appointed General Manager of Information Technology and Telecommunications for the Upstream segment. In March 2022, she became General Manager of Reservoir Technology. In May 2023, she became General Manager of Research, Development and Innovation (R&D&I) for E&P at CENPES. She is currently responsible for the Energy Transition and Sustainability R&D&I portfolio.
Session Chair
Flavio Torres
IBP
E&P Operations & Maintenance Manager
He holds a degree in Naval Engineering from UFRJ, a Master's degree in Ocean Engineering from Escola Politécnica da USP and an MBA in Advanced Oil Business from COPPEAD UFRJ. He is currently pursuing a PhD in the Energy and Environmental Planning Program at COPPE UFRJ. He worked for over 30 years at Petrobras, initially in Offshore Production Projects, and over 20 years in the HSE (Safety, Environment and Health) area, where he was Environmental Emergency Manager and, for over 10 years, Institutional Relations Manager. Since 2023, he has been the Executive Manager of HSE and Operations at the Brazilian Institute of Oil and Gas (IBP).
Session Chair
Luiz Bispo
ANP
Operational Safety Superintendent
Chemical Engineer, Master and Doctor in Engineering, Chemical and Biochemical Process Technology from UFRJ, worked as an Operations Technician at Petrobras, has more than 15 years of experience at the National Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels Agency (ANP), having worked as Regulatory Specialist, Head of the Oil and Natural Gas Production Measurement Inspection Unit, Deputy Superintendent of Development and Production, Superintendent of Local Content, Superintendent of Government Participation, and since March 2023, Superintendent of Operational Safety.
Speaker
The Regulation Racionality & Challenges on Auditing
Maurício Bittencourt Luz
Managing Partner of Catalina Consultants
Maurício Bittencourt Luz is a mechanical engineer who has worked in the oil and gas sector for over 30 years. During this time, he has been able to follow the entire evolution of the regulatory framework related to the life cycle of offshore assets, including design, licensing, operation and decommissioning. He is a managing partner of Catalina Consultants, having performed regulatory compliance audits, mainly with ANP, IBAMA, the Navy, the Ministry of Labor, among others, in shipyards and production fields in Brazil, Singapore, the Netherlands and Germany.
Speaker
Navigating Prescriptive Regulations: Insights from the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf
Paulo Biasotto
Murphy Exploration and Production
Topsides Engineering Manager
Paulo Biasotto is the Topsides Engineering Manager at Murphy Exploration & Production in Houston, bringing over 25 years of experience in the marine and offshore oil & gas sectors. He currently leads hull and topsides engineering efforts for Murphy’s offshore developments and previously spearheaded the successful implementation of a construction management program for in-service facilities on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf. Paulo holds a Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering and a Master’s in Engineering Economy and Industrial Administration. His international career spans Brazil, France, and the United States, with expertise in engineering management, regulatory compliance, integrity management, and construction of offshore floating installations.
Speaker
E&P Operator and collaboration with the Regulator – A great experience from Norwegian Continental Shelf
Anita Nielsen
Equinor ASA
Manager Governance, Risk & Assurance
Worked in the energy sector for Equinor since 2001. Primarily focusing on internal controls, handling governance, risk and assurance across the company. Many years in close collaboration with the main offshore HSE regulator - the Norwegian Ocean Industry Authorities. Formal background with Bachelor in Finance and Executive Master in Management from the Norwegian Business School. Since this year expat to Rio heading up the local governance, risk and assurance team.
Speaker
FPSO Financing Outlook
Luiz Feijo
ABS
Director, Global Offshore
Luiz Feijo is Director, Global Offshore at the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), headquartered in Houston, Texas. He leads the Offshore Production market sector, overseeing business intelligence and development initiatives related to the classification and certification of offshore production facilities. Feijo joined ABS in 2001 as a Project Manager and has since held various roles in project management and business development. Prior to ABS, he worked in offshore construction yards and shipyards. With over 30 years of industry experience, Feijo holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Rio de Janeiro State University in Brazil.
Keynote Speaker
Tabita Loureiro
PPSA
Director
Event Chair
Dimitrius magalhães
Petrobras
Executive Manager of Production Development Projects
Event Chair
Marcelo Ramis
Petrobras
General Manager - Buzios Asset - Projects & Pre-OP
Keynote SpeakerMAURICIO GOYENECHE
Ecopetrol Brasil
Technical Manager
Mauricio Goyeneche is Technical Manager at Ecopetrol Brasil, with more than 20 years of experience in the oil and gas industry. He holds a degree in Chemical Engineering from the National University of Colombia and a Master of Science in Offshore Engineering from Cranfield University.
ChairFABIO PASSARELLI
General Manager for Conceptualization and Implementation of Ultra-Deepwater Projects at Petrobras
Fabio Passarelli is General Manager of Ultra-Deepwater Project Conception and Implementation at Petrobras. A Chemical Engineer with postgraduate studies in petroleum processing, he brings 25 years of experience across the energy sector’s upstream and downstream segments, including oil and gas regulation.
He began his career at Ipiranga, in lubricant and grease production quality control, before joining Brazil’s National Petroleum Agency (ANP) as a regulatory specialist for oil, fuels, and natural gas. At Petrobras, he progressed through process engineering, R&D, and production development project design, later leading the Future Production Systems Technology Initiative and coordinating technology conception for major production development projects, including the Mero Field. He led the embedded GTL (Gas-to-Liquids) R&D project and is lead inventor of Petrobras’ patented HISEP (High Pressure Separation) technology. In 2024, Fabio received the SPE Award for Technical and Professional Excellence in Projects, Facilities, and Construction.
ChairFELIPE BALDISSERA
CEO at Shape Digital // Director at MODEC
Felipe Baldissera is CEO of Shape Digital, an applied-AI company launched by MODEC to transform operational data into reliability, safety, energy efficiency, and decarbonization outcomes for asset-intensive industries. With over 18 years in oil & gas across commercial, strategy, finance, and business leadership, Felipe is known for translating complex operational constraints into deployable digital products that deliver value at scale—especially in Upstream environments where uptime, safety, and operational excellence are existential. In the last 3 years, under Felipe’s direction, Shape’s solutions have demonstrated material operational impact on live assets at scale, growing a worldwide client base. Felipe holds an MBA in Finance (FGV) and a Master’s in Energy (BI Norwegian Business School / IFP School).
Technical LeaderITAMAR ALVES
Corporate HSE Manager at CAPCO
Itamar Alves is an oil and gas professional with more than seven years of strategic experience in HSE, business development, and market mapping. He has experience building strong relationships with internal and external clients and supporting initiatives that connect market intelligence, business opportunities, and operational priorities. He holds a degree in Petroleum Engineering and postgraduate degrees in Occupational Safety Engineering and People Management. In 2021, he received the SPE Brazil Award for Technical and Professional Excellence in the Industry.
SpeakerADRIANO MOTTA
Task Leader for the Facilities & Operations R&D Portfolio at Equinor
Adriano Motta is Task Leader for the Facilities & Operations R&D Portfolio at Equinor Brazil. He brings more than 25 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, complemented by several postgraduate qualifications. Throughout his career, he has held technical, operational, project management, and R&D leadership positions at Equinor, TotalEnergies, Repsol Sinopec, Shell, Chevron, and Subsea7. His expertise covers subsea systems, offshore operations, field development, production assets, and technology innovation, with a particular focus on advancing operational excellence and enabling the deployment of new technologies in offshore energy developments.
SpeakerDIOGO SANTOS
AI Director at Capco
Head of AI and professor (undergraduate and graduate levels), working at the intersection of engineering, energy, the financial sector, and applied artificial intelligence. My focus is on transforming AI into a practical, safe, and reliable tool for solving complex real-world problems. I work with LLMs, AI agents, optimization, and industrial and business applications, always guided by a simple principle: less magic, more solutions that work.
SpeakerMARCELO BRANDÃO
Manager of Surface Systems Project Automation at Petrobras
Marcelo Brandão is Manager of Surface Systems Project Automation at Petrobras, where he has built an 18-year career. He holds a degree in Electronic Engineering from the Federal University of Bahia and a master’s degree in Control Systems from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte. His experience includes contract preparation, management and supervision, human resources, and organizational environment. He also has direct experience in project automation, including COMOS and PDMS, as well as industrial automation and instrumentation, and has participated in technical conferences in these areas. He has also completed courses in project management.
SpeakerPAULO CHIQUITO
R&D Technical Lead at Total Energies Brazil
Paulo Chiquito is an engineer with a master’s degree from UFPR, a specialization in Finite Element Analysis from E-SSS, and an MBA in Strategic Innovation Management from FGV. Since 2003, he has worked on R&D&I projects in the energy sector and other industries, gaining multidisciplinary experience at multinational companies and scientific institutions. Over the past 12 years, he has focused on the Oil & Gas market, leading initiatives centered on offshore applications. He currently leads a team and manages a portfolio of R&D&I projects related to deep-offshore upstream operations and decarbonization at TotalEnergies.
Session Chair
Guilherme Sargenti
Petrobras
Espirito Santo Business Unit General Manager
Guilherme Sargenti is the General Manager of Petrobras’ Unit in Espírito Santo, Brazil. With over 15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, he leads operations generating $36 billion in annual revenue and manages a workforce of more than 2,200 employees and 8,000 indirect workers. He holds a Master’s degree in Thermal Power from Cranfield University in the UK and has completed executive education programs from Harvard Business School, the University of Michigan and Copenhagen Business School. Sargenti has a strong background in equipment reliability, energy efficiency, and operational excellence, contributing to significant advancements in Petrobras’ refining and production strategies. He has also played a key role in cross-functional initiatives aimed at developing new capabilities and solving complex challenges across various business and corporate areas. In addition to his professional responsibilities, Guilherme has been a dedicated educator, teaching in the postgraduate programs at COPPE/UFRJ for over a decade.
Session Chair
Orlando Jose Soares Ribeiro
NORWEP
Energy Advisor
Orlando Ribeiro is an Innovation Mentor with more than 35 years of experience in developing and deploying innovative technologies in projects in Brazil and the US Golf of Mexico. His last position in Petrobras was as Head of Technology ( CTO ), Executive Manager for CENPES .During this period in CENPES, he launched the program “Petrobras Conexões para Inovação “, promoting the interaction with the startup ecosystem. Today Orlando is working as Senior Advisor, Energy Advisor for NORWEP, Startup Mentor, Startup Advisor and Angel Investor at Urca Angels. He held a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from IME.
Speaker
"Asset360 and MPDS”: Redefining FPSO Operations with Digital Twin Technology
Breno do Nascimento Espindola
Petrobras
Digital Engineering Coordinator
Breno Espíndola is a Digital Engineering Coordinator at Petrobras. He holds a degree in Electronic Engineering from UFRJ and an MBA in Data Science & Analytics from USP. Since 2012, he has worked in Digital Engineering for Basic FPSO Projects and in Executive Projects since 2016. He currently leads the implementation of MPDS at Petrobras, a multi-purpose simulator used to train operators of P-78 and planned for use in P-79, P-80, P-82, and P-83.
Speaker
AI Tools Transforming FPSO Integrity Management with Operational Twins
Janaina Heuko Albino
Vidya Technology
Business Development Coordinator
Chemical engineer with executive training in Sales Negotiation and Management from The University of Akron, Ohio, I bring experience in technical sales, SaaS, and post-sales enablement. Currently a Customer Success Coordinator at Vidya Technology, I focus on providing cutting-edge Asset Integrity Management solutions that help managers and operators work in a fully integrated way, with data-driven insights at the core of decision-making.
Speaker
Applying IA and Technologies into Integrated Risk Management and Monitoring Platform
Rodrigo Chamusca Machado
Ocyan
Digital Business and Technology Executive Manager
With a degree in Electrical Engineering from the State University of Campinas (Unicamp) and an MBA in Business Management from FGV, Rodrigo has over 14 years of experience at Ocyan in management and operations activities in the Oil and Gas industry. Involved for over 7 years in technology and innovation-related topics, Rodrigo has been working as Executive Manager of Digital Business and Technology since February 2023, responsible for strengthening Ocyan's positioning as a Digital Solutions Hub, called Nexio, in the Energy market, through strategic partnerships established with the innovation ecosystem.
Speaker
Cordant APM – Asset Offshore Management using AI
Thiago Funk
Baker Hughes
Bently Nevada Entreprise Account Director
Thiago Funk is an accomplished business leader with over a decade of experience in service and software sales. With a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA in Project Management from FGV, Thiago brings a strong technical foundation and strategic vision to every project. He has spent 3.5 years working internationally across Germany and the UK, gaining deep cross-cultural insights and is fluent in German, Spanish, and English. Thiago also worked for 8 years on project management and service sales of renewable energy projects (Biomass Energy Generation), combining sustainability with innovation. Currently serving as an Enterprise Account Director for Software Solutions for Cordant, Thiago excels at positioning complex technologies to C-level executives. Known for his leadership, adaptability, and customer centric mindset, he has built and led high performing teams that thrive in fast paced environments.
Speaker
Scalable FPSO Solutions: Combining AI with Physics for Autonomous Inspection, Optimization, and Reduced Downtime
Henrik Sture
SLB
Production Systems Brazil Digital Solutions Manager
Henrik has a BSc and MSc in Subsea Technology from NTNU and has been working in the industry for the past 13 years. For the first years of his career he was located in Norway, focusing on monitoring subsea processing equipment, and recently he's been leading the digital development and adoption for SLB Production Systems in Brazil.
Speaker
“Asset360 and MPDS”: Redefining FPSO Operations with Digital Twin Technology
Jackson Luan Queiroz
Petrobras
Digital Transformation Advisor
Jackson Luan Queiroz is a Digital Transformation Consultant at Petrobras, where he has worked since 2011. He serves as Product Manager for Ativo360 tools and specializes in implementing technologies to optimize Exploration and Production (E&P) operations. Jackson holds a degree in Electrical Engineering and an MBA in Data Science. His expertise lies in standardizing and driving the adoption of innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency, aligning with Petrobras' strategic goals in the oil and gas sector.
ChairALEXANDRE BICALHO
Advisor | Sênior Project Manager at Falconi
He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from UFMG, a specialization in Asset Management from UFOP, as well as MBAs in Business Management from FGV and Agility and Innovation from IGTI.
He is a professor in the Asset Management Specialization Program at Fundação Gorceix (UFOP).
He has been an Advisor and Senior Project Manager at Falconi in the Oil and Gas sector for the past 10 years and is a leadership mentor at FRST/Falconi.
With more than 27 years of international professional experience, he has built a solid career in large-scale industries, including Oil & Gas, Energy, Mining, Railways, Ports, Agribusiness, and Consumer Goods. His expertise encompasses management, quality, Lean, Agile, Asset Management & Maintenance, and Innovation. He has worked in several countries, including the United States, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Colombia, among others.
He is the author of the book Eficiência na Gestão de Ativos, published by Falconi in 2025.
ChairGUILHERME SARGENTTI
General Manager of Petrobras’ Campos Basin Business Unit
Guilherme Sargenti is General Manager of Petrobras’ Campos Basin Business Unit, based in Macaé, Rio de Janeiro. With nearly two decades of experience in the oil and gas industry, he leads operations generating over R$36 billion in annual revenue and oversees a workforce of more than 16,000 direct and indirect employees. He holds a Master’s in Thermal Power from Cranfield University (UK) and has completed executive education programs at Harvard Business School, the University of Michigan, and Copenhagen Business School.
Sargenti brings deep expertise in equipment reliability, energy efficiency, and operational excellence, contributing to significant advances in Petrobras’ refining and production strategies. He has also played a key role in cross-functional initiatives focused on capability building and solving complex challenges across multiple business and corporate areas. Beyond his professional responsibilities, Guilherme is a dedicated educator, teaching in COPPE/UFRJ’s graduate programs for over a decade.
SpeakerANDRÉ LOURO
Asset Integrity Principal Engineer at MODEC
André holds a degree and master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from UERJ, is a Petroleum Engineer from PUC-Rio, holds an MBA in Project Management from FGV-RJ, and is currently pursuing a PhD at COPPE in Materials, Metallurgy and Composites. He has 28 years of experience in the oil industry, beginning at Texaco Brasil in 1998 in Operations, Production and R&D, followed by E&P work as a Corrosion and Process Engineer at Nalco Brasil. From 2010 to 2019, at Chevron Upstream, he coordinated Asset Integrity, Reliability and Process Safety and, as SPIE/PH NR13, implemented Non-Intrusive Inspections for the first time in Brazilian offshore operations. At Equinor, from 2019 to 2025, he implemented the SPIE Program in Peregrino and prepared Bacalhau and Raia. Since 2025, he has been Asset Integrity Principal Engineer at MODEC, supporting innovation, efficiency, operational excellence and Process Safety Barriers Management, and serving as Technical Expert for the Americas. He also coordinates IBP’s Inspection Committee and serves on ABENDI’s Board.
SpeakerCID COSTA
Global Reliability & Maintenance Manager at SBM Offshore
Cid Costa is Global Reliability & Maintenance Manager at SBM Offshore, with more than 20 years of experience in Maintenance, Reliability, and Asset Management, primarily in the Oil & Gas industry and other asset-intensive sectors. His career combines hands-on technical expertise with strategic leadership, driving reliability transformation and operational excellence. He currently leads global initiatives focused on reliability governance and asset performance across SBM Offshore’s FPSO fleet. Previous experience includes leadership roles at Foresea and consulting engagements with Kuwait Oil Company, Pan American Energy, Vale, Votorantim, Suzano, and Petrobras. He has also lectured in postgraduate programs on Reliability Engineering, Risk Management, and Life Cycle Costing.
SpeakerDANIEL FERREIRA
Commissioning and Inspection Eng. Manager at Petrobras
With over 20 years of experience in oil and gas, Daniel has worked on a wide range of projects involving both owned and chartered FPSOs, as well as internal programs aimed at improving project-related processes and guidelines. He is currently responsible for commissioning engineering for new FPSOs.
SpeakerTHIAGO MESQUITA
HSSSE & Integrity Director at TotalEnergies
Thiago Mesquita is HSSSE & Integrity Director at TotalEnergies, with more than 20 years of experience in engineering, including 12 years dedicated to the oil and gas industry. [Name] holds a bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering and Metallurgy from UFSCar and a PhD in Materials and Corrosion Science from Grenoble INP – Phelma.
Session Chair
Rodrigo Rocha
MODEC
Business Development & Proposal Manager
Rodrigo Rocha is currently the Business Development and Proposal Manager for MODEC in Brazil, responsible for engaging new projects and clients in the country, having participated directly on the contract awards of the FPSOs destinated to Sepia, Mero 1, Buzios 5 and Marlim 1 areas. The company is currently building 2 FPSOs for Brazil and operates 14 units in the region, which process close to 25% of the total production in the country. With large experience in the oil and gas industry, before joining MODEC in 2015, Rodrigo worked with business development and contracts management in drilling, shipbuilding and FPSO companies. Rodrigo holds a bachelor degree in Business Administration by the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) with a post-graduation degree by the Brazilian Petroleum, Gas and Biofuels Institute (IBP).
Session Chair
Carlos Mastrangelo
4WardMaster
Managing Director
Carlos Ferraz Mastrangelo is a professional within the Brazilian and global oil and gas industry. With over four decades career with significant contributions to the industry, particularly in the development and implementation of offshore production systems. He is a former Chief Operating Officer at Brava and Enauta Energia. Previously, acted in the US and UK as Senior Vice President for SBM Offshore and Director of its global Production System Product Line after his almost 30 years at Petrobras in Brazil and in the US. He pursued his education at the Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro with BS Degree in Civil Engineering, sec. in Structure, and Petroleum Engineering.
Speaker
Alessandro Zunino
Yinson Production
Senio VP commercial and contractual
Graduated from university of Genoa (Italy) as process engineer, Alessandro Zunino joined SBM Offshore in Monaco in 2006 as Proposal Manager specialized in Mooring & Riser Systems. Evolving in various function in offshore projects executed in different geographical area (West Africa, Europe, Brazil and Asia Pac). Sr. Business development and Sales executive with over 15 years’ experience in BD and Sales management of diversified Engineered Industrial product and EPCIO in Energy Business. Alessandro is now focusing on Latin American market to enable cleaner source of energy even in remote locations.
Speaker
Gisela Macedo
Petrobras
General Manager for Sourcing Strategy for Petrobras Capital Projects
With 18 years of experience at Petrobras, she has worked across various departments, including project management for FPSOs. Over the past six years, she has been responsible for the company's investment contracting strategy. She holds a degree in Engineering from UFRJ and a Master's in Business Administration from PUC-Rio, complemented by numerous professional development courses.
Speaker
Kjetil Myklebust
Equinor
Vice President and Project Director for the Raia field development Project
Project Director for the Raia field development project in Equinor. Master of Science in Industrial Economics and Technology management. 20 years of project experience both in Norway and internationally for Equinor, Norsk Hydro and Siemens. Project management, project control and contract management within new field development, subsea tie-backs, platform lifetime extensions and onshore plant upgrades
Speaker
Rafael Thome
Hanwha
FPSO Product Line Director & Brazil Managing Director
Rafael is the FPSO Product Line Director at Hanwha Ocean, leading strategy and execution in offshore energy. With over 20 years of EPCIO experience, including roles at SBM and Maersk O&G, he brings global expertise in supply chain, contract management, and operational excellence. Passionate about driving transformative offshore solutions, Rafael focuses on building high-performance, collaborative teams.
Speaker
Tammy Marchi
MODEC do Brasil
contract and commercial asset management manager
With over 12 years of experience in FPSO contracts and commercial management, Tammy has led complex negotiations for main market players projects. She has extensive expertise across multiple contract models — from time charter agreements under BOO to BOT contract type structures — managing risk assessments, Bidding, claims, Variation Orders, and contract amendments, while aligning technical and commercial teams to secure strategic outcomes. She holds an MBA from FGV, international certification in Advanced Contracts & Commercial Management (IACCM), and executive programs in Negotiation, ESG, and Oil Engineering.
Speaker
Kjetil Myklebust
Equinor
Vice President and Project Director for the Raia field development Project
Project Director for the Raia field development project in Equinor. Master of Science in Industrial Economics and Technology management. 20 years of project experience both in Norway and internationally for Equinor, Norsk Hydro and Siemens. Project management, project control and contract management within new field development, subsea tie-backs, platform lifetime extensions and onshore plant upgrades
Speaker
Rafael Thome
Hanwha
FPSO Product Line Director & Brazil Managing Director
Rafael is the FPSO Product Line Director at Hanwha Ocean, leading strategy and execution in offshore energy. With over 20 years of EPCIO experience, including roles at SBM and Maersk O&G, he brings global expertise in supply chain, contract management, and operational excellence. Passionate about driving transformative offshore solutions, Rafael focuses on building high-performance, collaborative teams.
Event ChairCARLOS ALBERTO PEDROSO
SPE Regional Director – Latin America and the Caribbean Region
Chemical engineer graduated from UFPR, with a specialization in Petroleum Engineering at Petrobras beginning in 1987. Professional experience started in the Recôncavo Basin as a completion engineer, with a focus on hydraulic fracturing techniques for low-permeability formations. This area of expertise later led to a master’s degree at Unicamp, completed in 1995.
In 2013, joined Enauta as a Master Completion Engineer, remaining in the position until 2024. In 2022, received the SPE Latin America Regional Completions Optimization and Technology Award. Returned to Petrobras in 2025 as a Well Integrity Engineer, a position held until retirement. Currently works as an independent consultant.
Event ChairLEONARDO CARNEIRO
SHELL
Head of Production Excellence
Leonardo Carneiro is Head of Production Excellence at Shell, where he has built a 34-year career in the oil industry. He has extensive experience in production operations, venture and asset management, logistics, contract management, and negotiation. He holds a degree in Civil Engineering from Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul and a postgraduate degree in Finance Administration from PUC Minas. In 2024, he completed the Negotiation Mastery program at Harvard Business School.
Event ChairDIMITRIUS MAGALHÃES
PETROBRAS
Executive Manager of Production Development Projects
Dimitrios Chalela Magalhães is an Executive Manager of Production Development Projects at Petrobras. With more than 20 years of experience in supply chain, asset management, operational excellence, and capital project delivery. He holds a degree in Business Administration from Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie and has completed executive education programs at IESE Business School and Harvard Business School. Throughout his career at Petrobras, he has held leadership roles across capital projects, offshore maintenance, downstream logistics, inventory and warehousing, strategic sourcing, procurement, and category management. His experience includes managing highly complex portfolios and annual CAPEX budgets exceeding US$7 billion, leading large-scale strategic negotiations, and overseeing extensive global supplier networks. He has also served as a Board Member, contributing to investment decisions, corporate governance, risk management, organizational transformation, and capital allocation.
Event ChairMARCELO RAMIS
PETROBRAS
General Manager – Buzios Asset – Projects & Pre-OP
Marcelo Ramis is a Chemical Engineer with more than 24 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, with a solid background in operations, maintenance, asset management, and project implementation. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from UFRGS and a Master’s degree from COPPE/UFRJ. He currently serves as General Manager of Projects and Pre-Operations for the Búzios Field, leading the implementation and pre-operations of seven high-capacity FPSOs and field development projects. His expertise focuses on asset management, reliability, human factors, and the application of new technologies to enhance productivity and operational safety.
Honorary ChairJOSÉ FORMIGLI
CEO Forsea Engenharia | Fifth Ocean Group
José Formigli joined Petrobras in 1983 where he worked as a petroleum engineer in E&P, on and offshore Brazil, and was responsible, among other activities, for the implementation of Pre-salt projects since first discoveries, as well as Managing Director of E&P until early 2015. Since then, he has been working with his own consultancy Forsea Engenharia, and also acting as a member of the Advisory Boards of Operators and Suppliers. In 2023 Formigli joined as Sr Operating Partner the Fifth Ocean Group, an US Private Equity fund.
Formigli holds a degree in Civil Engineering from IME and an MBA from COPPEAD and a management course from INSEAD; he is a member of SPE and SUT, Doctor Honoris Causa at the University of Aveiro/Portugal, having been awarded by SPE and IBP, including the Leopoldo Américo Miguez de Mello Award at ROG 2022 and OTC 2025 Distinguished Achievement Award for Individuals.
Executive ChairTIAGO ALBUQUERQUE
Consultant at Falconi
Tiago is a Petroleum Engineer with an MBA in Maintenance Engineering and over 12 years of industrial and leadership experience. Before joining Falconi, he led the management system for FPSO assets, strategic planning, and corporate performance targets at PRIO. As a Falconi Consultant, Tiago now supports Oil & Gas operators in improving results through asset management, maintenance excellence, and management systems improvement.
Former President of the SPE UFRJ Student Chapter, Tiago organized national and international technical events. This year, he chairs the 5th edition of the SPE Brazil FPSO Symposium, supported by a Technical Committee, with a program featuring 4 Event Chairs, 10 Session Chairs, and over 20 speakers, including industry directors, global and country managers, and SMEs.
Event Chair
Leonardo Carneiro
Shell
Head of Production Excellence
Event Chair
Dimitrius magalhães
Petrobras
Executive Manager of Production Development Projects
Event Chair
Marcelo Ramis
Petrobras
General Manager - Buzios Asset - Projects & Pre-OP
Honorary Chair
Jose Formigli
Forsea Engenharia
Event Chair
Carlos José de Nascimento Travassos
Brava Energia
Chief Offshore Operations Officer
Event Chair
Maria Celia Ximenes
Formerly Chevron
General Manager, Marine Technical & Projects
Honorary Chair
Renata Baruzzi
Petrobras
Executive Engineering, Technology and Innovation Executive Director
ChairRODRIGO ROCHA
Business Development Manager at MODEC
Rodrigo Rocha is Business Development Manager at MODEC in Brazil, where he is responsible for engagement with new FPSO projects and clients in the offshore energy sector, business development and external and internal communication. With more than 15 years of experience in the industry, he has built his career across offshore drilling, shipbuilding, FPSO EPC, leasing and operations. Since joining MODEC in 2015, Rodrigo has been actively involved in strategic FPSO projects development for MODEC in Brazil and international markets. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) and a postgraduate degree from IBP – Brazilian Petroleum, Gas and Biofuels Institute.
ChairVINICIUS MAIA
Coordinator of the CENPES 2050 Program at Petrobras
Vinicius Maia de Jesus is Coordinator of the CENPES 2050 Program at Petrobras, an initiative responsible for shaping the company’s long-term vision for research, development, innovation, and technology. He holds a degree in Electrical Engineering and a master’s degree in Business Administration, and has built his career through various managerial and leadership positions in innovation, technology management, and project management. His work focuses on strengthening technological capabilities, fostering innovation ecosystems, and defining strategic guidelines to ensure that Petrobras is prepared for the future technological challenges of the energy industry.
Technical LeaderRAFAELA VIEIRA
Business Development Manager at Subsea7
Rafaela Vieira is Business Development Manager at Subsea7, responsible for market analysis and business planning. She holds a degree in Mechatronic Engineering from the Catholic University of Petrópolis and California State University, USA, and a master’s degree in petroleum engineering from Heriot-Watt University, completed in partnership with Galp in Portugal. Vieira has experience as an Offshore Project Engineer on PLSVs and also holds a degree in Metrology and Quality from Inmetro, where she worked for 10 years before joining the oil and gas industry. She also serves voluntarily as Vice-President of External Relations and D&I Director of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE Brazil).
SpeakerALCIDES SANTORO
Director at SM2 Consultoria Ltda.
Alcides Santoro is an executive in the E&P and Gas & Energy sectors and a petroleum engineer, with a degree in Civil Engineering from USP and 46 years of experience in the oil, gas, biofuels, and power industries.
He worked at Petrobras for 35 years, holding several key positions, including Director of Gas & Energy. He also served as Director of Oil, Gas & Biofuels at EPE.
With 20 years of experience in E&P and 15 years in Gas & Energy, he led the operations of Petrobras’ entire thermoelectric power generation portfolio.
SpeakerDUARTE TRINDADE
Senior Bussines Development Manager at SBM Offshore
Born and raised in Lisbon, Portugal, but living in Brazil in the last 12 Years, Duarte is a Mechanical Engineer with an MSc from IST and an MBA from FGV, complemented by executive education at INSEAD, IMD, Stanford, and MIT. With 25+ years of international experience across Europe, APAC, and LATAM, he has held leadership roles in automotive and energy sectors spanning operations, business development, digital transformation, sustainability, and project management.
SpeakerCARLOS CUNHA
Project Manager at Petrobras
Carlos Cunha is a civil engineer with a M.Sc. degree in Ocean Structures from UFRJ and a specialization on Strategic Management of R&D from INSEAD-France.
Carlos has more than 35 years of experience in the implementation of Production Development projects offshore, with 25 years in management positions at Petrobras.
Nowadays, Carlos is coordinating the development of a conceptual project for Santos Basin high pressure area that comprises several exploration blocks of the Basin.
Session Chair
Larissa Sigiliano
SBM Offshore Group
Business Development Director
Larissa is a civil engineer who graduated from the Universidade Federal de Juiz de Fora. She holds a master's degree in environmental engineering from the Universidade do Porto in Portugal. Additionally, she has a postgraduate degree in petroleum engineering from PUC Rio and holds two MBAs, one in project management from Ibmec and another in business from Fundação Dom Cabral. Larissa has been working in the oil and gas industry since 2007, primarily focusing on big vessel chartering. She spent almost 12 years at Constellation, 7 years at BW Offshore and has been acting as SBM Offshore Business Development Director since July 2025.
Session Chair
Ivan Garcia
Petrobras
General Manager Búzios Program Development
"He has been working on Oil and Gas industry, in the Exploration and Production (E&P) segment, for almost 35 years for Petrobras oil company. Field experience in Brazilian offshore activities as a petroleum engineer and production platforms manager. In the last twenty years was in charge of great jobs involving FPSOs, such as manager of Maintenance and Modifications in Campos Basis Units, managing E&P Engineering for the new projects, and General Manager of Program implementation on the Presalt FPSOs. Graduated as Civil engineer by Military Institute of Engineering and as Petroleum engineer by Federal University of Bahia. He also has MBA in Business Administration and in Project Implementation, respectively, by FGV and USP and a Master's degree in Executive Management by FGV EBAPE."
Speaker
Petrobras Portfolio Challengues and Optimization Updates
Lourenço Lustosa Fróes da Silva
Petrobras
New FPSOs Program Coordinator
Certified PMP, worked in Petrobras offshore megaprojects as team leader, commissioning manager, engineering and procurement manager and project manager. Experience of working overseas as construction coordinator in France, FLNG development in France and procurement expeditor in US, Graduated in Electrical Engineering by UFRJ, Master Degree in Energy Planning by COPPE/UFRJ. Currently works at the Coordination of PROFORT (Petrobras New FPSOs Program).
Speaker
Suriname FPSO case
Frederic BEYS
Total Energies
GranMorgu Project Director
I started my carreer as an engineer in various industries: nuclear submarine components (Michelin), subways and large industrial infrastructures (ALSTOM), before entering the Oil and Gas environment starting with EPC project management in Contractor's organization followed by strategy, petroleum architecture, and projects with TotalEnergies.
Speaker
Large FPSOs: Insights, Lessons, and Strategies for a More Competitive Future
Augusto Castro
RADIX
General Manager Capital Projects
Augusto Castro is a chemical engineer from UFF with an MBA in Project Management from IBMEC and executive education in Business Management from FIA. With over 16 years of experience in multidisciplinary projects focused on the oil and gas sectors, he currently holds the position of General Project Manager at RADIX Engenharia e Desenvolvimento de Software. He leads the capital projects division in the energy business unit and manages a strategic program focused on developing new FPSOs for the Brazilian market.
Speaker
How can gas turbine technology enhance life cycle cost on a FPSO
Patrice Laporte
Siemens Energy
VP O&G Gas Service
Patrice’s 25 years Siemens Energy career leads him to occupy several positions within the company in procurement, logistic, sales, finance and general management. He has spent the bulk of his career in the O&G Industry as well as in the Automotive Industry in different countries (USA, Germany, France, Scotland and Czech Republic). Prior to his current position, Patrice Laporte was the Vice President of Siemens Energy Compression Americas. Prior to Siemens Energy, Patrice held several positions with different companies such as Elf, Accenture and Continental AG. Patrice (52 years old) was born in South of France. He graduated from the Ecole Superieure de Gestion in Paris with a bachelor’s degree in Finance (honors). He is married and has two children.
Session Chair
SBM Guyana journey from entry to last impact
Jean Charles Rinaldi
SBM Offshore Group
Sales and Marketing Director
Jean-Charles Rinaldi is SBM Sales & Marketing Director responsible for Product Marketing, Business Development, Commercial and Sales activities across the Company. He joined SBM Offshore in 2008 as Concept Engineer, then took roles in Project Construction, Start-up and Commissioning before moving to Operations Readiness and FPSO Operations Management. He later joined the Commercial team and became FPSO Business Acquisition Director in 2020. Jean-Charles has over 15 years of experience in the Oil and Gas Industry, having held positions for SBM Offshore in Europe, the Middle East, China and Brazil. Jean-Charles is a Graduate in Mechanical Engineering from the Ecole Nationale Superieure d’Arts et Metiers, Paristech.
ChairLUIZ FEIJÓ
Director of Global Offshore at the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)
Luiz Feijó is Director of Global Offshore at the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), based at the company’s headquarters in Houston, Texas, USA. Feijó is responsible for business development activities related to the classification and certification of offshore production platforms, including life extension and decommissioning. He has been with ABS since 2001 and has more than 40 years of experience in classification, shipbuilding, and offshore operations. He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the State University of Rio de Janeiro (UERJ).
Technical LeaderRAFAEL TORRES
Commercial Director at ABS
Rafael Torres is commercial Director at American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), responsible for business development strategy, management of strategic client relationships, representation of the company with external stakeholders, and leadership of the local business development team in the offshore market. With over 30 years of experience, of which two decades in the oil and gas sector. Has contributed to 11 offshore production platform projects, holding leadership roles across both construction and commercial functions, integrating engineering, execution, and business strategy. Holds a degree in Electrical Engineering, with MBAs from FGV in Oil & Gas Business Management and Project Management, as well as an MBE in Energy from PUC-Rio and executive education in Strategic Thinking from IMD. Certified Consultative Professional.
SpeakerKARINE FRAGOSO
General Manager of Oil, Gas, Energy, and Naval at FIRJAN
Karine Fragoso is the General Manager of Oil, Gas, Energy, and Naval at Firjan. An economist with a postgraduate degree in Energy Management from COPPEAD and trained at the IEL-Wharton program at the University of Pennsylvania, she is a Certified Advisory Board Member by Concertif. She represents FIRJAN in key oil, gas, and naval industry forums, advises the FIRJAN Business Council for Oil and Gas, and leads the federation’s engagement across energy markets and their production chains.
SpeakerMAURICIO ALMEIDA
Director at Tenenge
Mauricio Almeida is a director responsible for industrial projects across the oil and gas, petrochemical, thermoelectric, pulp and paper, steel and mining, and renewable energy sectors. He has extensive experience in construction projects, from development through execution and delivery, with a strong background in naval and offshore construction, including project management, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning. His career is supported by deep expertise in engineering and management, and he has participated in several strategic projects for the oil and gas and shipbuilding industries. He also serves as Vice-President of SINAVAL, the institution representing Brazilian shipyards across the country.
SpeakerMARTA LAHTERMAHER
Executive Director at ONIP
Marta Lahtermaher is Executive Director at ONIP, with extensive experience in developing institutional projects, particularly those focused on promoting the infrastructure sector through engagement among companies, government, and industry associations. In recent years, she has concentrated her work on the oil and gas sector, leading initiatives aimed at strengthening the supply chain and expanding engagement with national and international institutions. She holds a degree in Economics from UERJ and an MBA in Management from Coppead-UFRJ.
SpeakerRAFAEL THOME
Director at Hanwha Ocean
Rafael Thome is Director at Hanwha Ocean, one of South Korea’s largest shipyards, and is responsible for supporting the company’s expansion into Brazil. He has a solid background in oil and gas and renewables, with extensive experience in FPSO and construction vessel operations and OPEX, large CAPEX projects, shipyard construction, and corporate strategy. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Business Studies and Project Management from Lancaster University.
SpeakerTELMO GHIORZI
CEO of ABESPetro
CEO of ABESPetro, BSc in mechanical engineering, MSc in petroleum engineering and PhD in public policies. More than 30 years of experience in Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Engineering & Construction and other industrial sectors.
Session Chair
Prithipal Singh
Shell
Shell Operated Ventures & Mero General Manager
"Prithipal began his journey in the petroleum industry in 2002, joining Shell as a graduate Petroleum Engineer. Over the years, he has embraced various roles, including Subsurface Management, Joint-Venture Governance, and leadership in the Safety & Environment function. His role prior to this was as General Manager, Sabah Asset. There he played a crucial role in the production growth of the Gumusut-Kakap and Malikai fields, the largest producing deepwater assets in Malaysia. This period under his guidance saw the asset being honored twice with Shell’s prestigious Upstream Asset of the Year award, alongside receiving several Operational Excellence accolades from Petronas. In his present role, Prithipal oversees the BC-10 and Bijupira-Salema assets and manages the partnership in the Mero development. His academic credentials include an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Nebraska and an Executive MBA dual degree from Tsinghua University in China and INSEAD in France."
Session Chair
Alexandre Takemoto
Petrobras
General Manager Operational Efficiency of E&P Assets
Alexandre Takemoto has been General Manager of Operational Efficiency for Exploration and Production (E&P) Assets at Petrobras since July 2025. With 19 years of experience as an equipment engineer at the company and 13 years leading teams on strategic projects, he has accumulated solid technical and managerial expertise. He has worked on project development for oil and gas platforms, refining, natural gas processing, thermoelectric plants, and oil and oil product transportation, with a focus on value creation, operational efficiency, and innovation for the oil and gas sector.
Speaker
Core Crew Optimization Analysis
Felipe Augusto Madaschi Piccoli
Equinor
Operations Manager
Felipe Piccoli is an operations manager with over 20 years of experience in offshore oil and gas production. He specializes in asset integrity, production optimization, and brownfield project implementation. Felipe has managed complex operations on FPSOs and fixed platforms, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-performance results in challenging environments. He holds a degree in civil engineering and is currently involved in initiatives focused on digital transformation, operational efficiency, and reliability improvement in mature assets.
Speaker
Petrobras FPSO Redeployment Initiative
Carlos Castilho
Petrobras
Decommissioning General Manager
Carlos Castilho holds a degree in Civil Engineering from PUC-GO, an Electrical Engineering degree, and a Project Management Specialist from UFG-GO. He has worked as a Petroleum Engineer at Petrobras since 2003. He has worked with the production of the onshore São Mateus field in Espírito Santo and with the development of offshore fields, including the construction, maintenance, evaluation, and abandonment of pre-salt and post-salt wells in the Espírito Santo (ES) and Santos (BS) basins, holding various management positions. He is currently the General Manager responsible for decommissioning projects at Petrobras.
Speaker
Innovators: Load Optimization System – optimization of the cargo at ballast tanks to increase hull life, approved by Class Society
Marcelo Mendes
Shell Brazil
Production Excellence and Capability Advisor
Marcelo Mendes, Mechanical Engineer (UFRJ), Master and Doctor of Science ( COPPE/UFRJ). Large experience on Asset Integrity Management, process safety, thermoelasticity, combustion processes and simulation of fire and explosion events. Worked as Technical Director of MTL Engenharia, AIM Director of Bureau Veritas, Risk Manager at BG Brasil and currently as Production Excellence and Capability Advisor at Shell Brasil. Experience on oil & gas production facilities, refineries, petrochemical, steel production, paper and pulp industries. Professor of pos-graduation courses at COPPE and PUC-Rio.
Speaker
Innovators: Load Optimization System – optimization of the cargo at ballast tanks to increase hull life, approved by Class Society
Felipe Castelpoggi
Petrobras
Senior Advisor
Naval Engineer, graduated 18 years ago from UFRJ, Master's degree in Ocean Engineering, specializing in structures, 15 years of experience at Petrobras, working in the areas of structures and offloading.
Speaker
Leased FPSO Life Extension: life extension under FPSO Operator perspective
Fernando Faria
MODEC
Asset Integrity Principal Engineer
Speaker
Fast Track and Successful Redeployment for Baleine Field
José Elias
Altera
Infrastructure Managing Director
José Elias is an Oil & Gas and Shipping professional with over 30 years of experience. He holds a Law degree from the University of São Paulo and completed executive programs at London Business School and IESE. He held management roles at A.P. Moller-Maersk and later led BG Group’s shipping division. Since 2017, he has been with Altera Infrastructure, where he led projects involving life extension and relocations. José currently heads Altera’s operations in Brazil.
ChairALEXANDRE REIS
Executive Director, Firjan System (SESI and SENAI)
Alexandre Reis is Executive Director of the Sistema FIRJAN and Chairman of the Deliberative Board of PREVINDUS (the pension fund for employees of the Sistema S RJ).
He has more than 40 years of professional experience, including 38 years in Executive Director positions. He is responsible for Sesi/Senai RJ.
He began his career in the financial sector, where he worked for 22 years, before moving to the industrial production sector, where he has been with FIRJAN for the past 26 years.
He holds a Master’s degree in Management Systems from UFF, a postgraduate degree in Foreign Exchange from FGV, and executive education specializations in management, strategy, innovation, and corporate governance from Cambridge, Wharton, INSEAD, and MIT. He also holds a board member certification from FGV.
In addition to his corporate experience, he is active in the nonprofit sector as the founder and sponsor of ESPAÇO PEQUENO CIDADÃO, a nonprofit organization that has supported underprivileged children in São Gonçalo through education for the past 31 years. He also serves as a professor and speaker.
ChairTHEODORO NETTO
Professor at COPPE/UFRJ
Theodoro Netto is a Full Professor at COPPE/UFRJ’s Ocean Engineering Program. In 1989, early in his career, he co-founded the Subsea Technology Laboratory, now one of Brazil’s leading research centers in ocean and offshore technology. He holds a degree in Naval Architecture from UFRJ (1988, cum laude), a Master’s in Ocean Engineering from UFRJ (1991), and a Master’s and PhD in Engineering Mechanics from The University of Texas at Austin (1995, 1998).
He coordinated the National Human Resources Program on Structural Integrity of Oil and Gas Industry Installations (2004–2008, ranked 1st nationally) and chaired UFRJ’s Ocean Engineering Department (2012–2016). A longtime Visiting Professor at UT Austin, he serves as Associate Editor of the ASME Journal of Offshore Mechanics and Arctic Engineering, having chaired ASME’s Ocean, Offshore, and Arctic Engineering Division (2019–2020), and recently co-edited the Handbook of Pipeline Engineering (Springer Nature, 2024). He currently serves as Director of the Brazilian Society of Marine Engineers.
Technical LeaderJOSÉ WALMIR
Executive Director at J N Consultoria e Serviços de Engenharia Ltda.
José Walmir Moreira is Executive Director at J N Consultoria e Serviços de Engenharia Ltda. With more than 41 years of experience at Petrobras, he held several technical and managerial positions, including Production Asset Manager in the Campos Basin, Offshore Drilling Manager, Project Manager, and Special Operations Manager. Throughout his career, he developed extensive expertise in offshore operations, project implementation, and well intervention activities. He currently leads engineering consulting and civil works management projects in the oil and gas sector.
SpeakerALLAN MENDONÇA
Operations Manager at Firjan SESI SENAI Macaé and National Manager of the Autonomy and Income Program
Currently, as Operations Manager at Firjan SESI SENAI Macaé, he is responsible for the integrated management of Basic Education, Vocational Education, and Occupational Health and Safety, as well as for engagement with the regional industry. His work focuses on strengthening industrial competitiveness, developing people, and expanding access to quality education, particularly in one of the country’s most strategic regions for the oil, gas, energy, and offshore services sectors.
As National Manager of the Autonomy and Income Program, he leads a nationwide initiative focused on professional training and the productive inclusion of thousands of workers. The program has stood out for creating employment and income opportunities, directly contributing to the strengthening of the Brazilian industry and transforming people’s lives through education.
SpeakerBEATRIZ PELOSI MARTINS
Pedagogical Coordinator at UnIBP, Universidade Corporativa do Instituto Brasileiro do Petróleo, Gás e Biocombustíveis (IBP)
PhD and Master’s degree in Literature from UERJ. She has more than 20 years of experience in Education, including Educational Management in both the public and private sectors, Corporate Education, Educational Solution Design, Teaching in Higher Education and Basic Education, and the management of educational projects.
SpeakerJOSÉ ALCANTARA
Projeto Reação Offshore PRIO
José Alcantara is an HR Coordinator with more than 10 years of professional experience, including seven years dedicated to Human Resources. His work focuses on Organizational Development, HR Governance, Learning & Development, Culture, and Leadership, connecting business strategy, management, and employee experience. He has experience designing and implementing strategic HR solutions in high-growth, organizational transformation, and M&A environments, working closely with C-level executives, business areas, and specialized consultancies. He holds a degree in Business Administration from UFRJ, a postgraduate degree in Project Management from Alumni COPPEAD, and an MBA in Human Resources from PUC-Rio. He is also CAPM® (PMI) and HCMP® Expert Professional certified.
SpeakerROBERTA MENDES
Responsible for the Energy Transition and Sustainability R&D Portfolio at Petrobras
Roberta holds a degree in Civil Engineering from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) and a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from COPPE-UFRJ. She joined Petrobras in 2003 and, in February 2004, completed a specialization in Petroleum Engineering. At Petrobras, she began her career as a Reservoir Engineer, working in water management, reservoir management, and reservoir geomechanics. She has worked on several major projects, applying technologies during the production development phase in the Campos Basin and in the Santos Basin pre-salt.
From 2010 to 2012, she managed the Corporate Reservoir Engineering team and, from 2013 to 2018, led the Búzios, Sépia, and Itapu Reservoirs team. In December 2018, she was appointed General Manager of Information Technology and Telecommunications for the Upstream segment. In March 2022, she became General Manager of Reservoir Technology. In May 2023, she became General Manager of Research, Development and Innovation (R&D&I) for E&P at CENPES. She is currently responsible for the Energy Transition and Sustainability R&D&I portfolio.
Session Chair
Flavio Torres
IBP
E&P Operations & Maintenance Manager
He holds a degree in Naval Engineering from UFRJ, a Master's degree in Ocean Engineering from Escola Politécnica da USP and an MBA in Advanced Oil Business from COPPEAD UFRJ. He is currently pursuing a PhD in the Energy and Environmental Planning Program at COPPE UFRJ. He worked for over 30 years at Petrobras, initially in Offshore Production Projects, and over 20 years in the HSE (Safety, Environment and Health) area, where he was Environmental Emergency Manager and, for over 10 years, Institutional Relations Manager. Since 2023, he has been the Executive Manager of HSE and Operations at the Brazilian Institute of Oil and Gas (IBP).
Session Chair
Luiz Bispo
ANP
Operational Safety Superintendent
Chemical Engineer, Master and Doctor in Engineering, Chemical and Biochemical Process Technology from UFRJ, worked as an Operations Technician at Petrobras, has more than 15 years of experience at the National Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels Agency (ANP), having worked as Regulatory Specialist, Head of the Oil and Natural Gas Production Measurement Inspection Unit, Deputy Superintendent of Development and Production, Superintendent of Local Content, Superintendent of Government Participation, and since March 2023, Superintendent of Operational Safety.
Speaker
The Regulation Racionality & Challenges on Auditing
Maurício Bittencourt Luz
Managing Partner of Catalina Consultants
Maurício Bittencourt Luz is a mechanical engineer who has worked in the oil and gas sector for over 30 years. During this time, he has been able to follow the entire evolution of the regulatory framework related to the life cycle of offshore assets, including design, licensing, operation and decommissioning. He is a managing partner of Catalina Consultants, having performed regulatory compliance audits, mainly with ANP, IBAMA, the Navy, the Ministry of Labor, among others, in shipyards and production fields in Brazil, Singapore, the Netherlands and Germany.
Speaker
Navigating Prescriptive Regulations: Insights from the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf
Paulo Biasotto
Murphy Exploration and Production
Topsides Engineering Manager
Paulo Biasotto is the Topsides Engineering Manager at Murphy Exploration & Production in Houston, bringing over 25 years of experience in the marine and offshore oil & gas sectors. He currently leads hull and topsides engineering efforts for Murphy’s offshore developments and previously spearheaded the successful implementation of a construction management program for in-service facilities on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf. Paulo holds a Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering and a Master’s in Engineering Economy and Industrial Administration. His international career spans Brazil, France, and the United States, with expertise in engineering management, regulatory compliance, integrity management, and construction of offshore floating installations.
Speaker
E&P Operator and collaboration with the Regulator – A great experience from Norwegian Continental Shelf
Anita Nielsen
Equinor ASA
Manager Governance, Risk & Assurance
Worked in the energy sector for Equinor since 2001. Primarily focusing on internal controls, handling governance, risk and assurance across the company. Many years in close collaboration with the main offshore HSE regulator - the Norwegian Ocean Industry Authorities. Formal background with Bachelor in Finance and Executive Master in Management from the Norwegian Business School. Since this year expat to Rio heading up the local governance, risk and assurance team.
Speaker
FPSO Financing Outlook
Luiz Feijo
ABS
Director, Global Offshore
Luiz Feijo is Director, Global Offshore at the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), headquartered in Houston, Texas. He leads the Offshore Production market sector, overseeing business intelligence and development initiatives related to the classification and certification of offshore production facilities. Feijo joined ABS in 2001 as a Project Manager and has since held various roles in project management and business development. Prior to ABS, he worked in offshore construction yards and shipyards. With over 30 years of industry experience, Feijo holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Rio de Janeiro State University in Brazil.
ChairFABIO PASSARELLI
General Manager for Conceptualization and Implementation of Ultra-Deepwater Projects at Petrobras
Fabio Passarelli is General Manager of Ultra-Deepwater Project Conception and Implementation at Petrobras. A Chemical Engineer with postgraduate studies in petroleum processing, he brings 25 years of experience across the energy sector’s upstream and downstream segments, including oil and gas regulation.
He began his career at Ipiranga, in lubricant and grease production quality control, before joining Brazil’s National Petroleum Agency (ANP) as a regulatory specialist for oil, fuels, and natural gas. At Petrobras, he progressed through process engineering, R&D, and production development project design, later leading the Future Production Systems Technology Initiative and coordinating technology conception for major production development projects, including the Mero Field. He led the embedded GTL (Gas-to-Liquids) R&D project and is lead inventor of Petrobras’ patented HISEP (High Pressure Separation) technology. In 2024, Fabio received the SPE Award for Technical and Professional Excellence in Projects, Facilities, and Construction.
ChairFELIPE BALDISSERA
CEO at Shape Digital // Director at MODEC
Felipe Baldissera is CEO of Shape Digital, an applied-AI company launched by MODEC to transform operational data into reliability, safety, energy efficiency, and decarbonization outcomes for asset-intensive industries. With over 18 years in oil & gas across commercial, strategy, finance, and business leadership, Felipe is known for translating complex operational constraints into deployable digital products that deliver value at scale—especially in Upstream environments where uptime, safety, and operational excellence are existential. In the last 3 years, under Felipe’s direction, Shape’s solutions have demonstrated material operational impact on live assets at scale, growing a worldwide client base. Felipe holds an MBA in Finance (FGV) and a Master’s in Energy (BI Norwegian Business School / IFP School).
Technical LeaderITAMAR ALVES
Corporate HSE Manager at CAPCO
Itamar Alves is an oil and gas professional with more than seven years of strategic experience in HSE, business development, and market mapping. He has experience building strong relationships with internal and external clients and supporting initiatives that connect market intelligence, business opportunities, and operational priorities. He holds a degree in Petroleum Engineering and postgraduate degrees in Occupational Safety Engineering and People Management. In 2021, he received the SPE Brazil Award for Technical and Professional Excellence in the Industry.
SpeakerADRIANO MOTTA
Task Leader for the Facilities & Operations R&D Portfolio at Equinor
Adriano Motta is Task Leader for the Facilities & Operations R&D Portfolio at Equinor Brazil. He brings more than 25 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, complemented by several postgraduate qualifications. Throughout his career, he has held technical, operational, project management, and R&D leadership positions at Equinor, TotalEnergies, Repsol Sinopec, Shell, Chevron, and Subsea7. His expertise covers subsea systems, offshore operations, field development, production assets, and technology innovation, with a particular focus on advancing operational excellence and enabling the deployment of new technologies in offshore energy developments.
SpeakerDIOGO SANTOS
AI Director at Capco
Head of AI and professor (undergraduate and graduate levels), working at the intersection of engineering, energy, the financial sector, and applied artificial intelligence. My focus is on transforming AI into a practical, safe, and reliable tool for solving complex real-world problems. I work with LLMs, AI agents, optimization, and industrial and business applications, always guided by a simple principle: less magic, more solutions that work.
SpeakerMARCELO BRANDÃO
Manager of Surface Systems Project Automation at Petrobras
Marcelo Brandão is Manager of Surface Systems Project Automation at Petrobras, where he has built an 18-year career. He holds a degree in Electronic Engineering from the Federal University of Bahia and a master’s degree in Control Systems from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte. His experience includes contract preparation, management and supervision, human resources, and organizational environment. He also has direct experience in project automation, including COMOS and PDMS, as well as industrial automation and instrumentation, and has participated in technical conferences in these areas. He has also completed courses in project management.
SpeakerPAULO CHIQUITO
R&D Technical Lead at Total Energies Brazil
Paulo Chiquito is an engineer with a master’s degree from UFPR, a specialization in Finite Element Analysis from E-SSS, and an MBA in Strategic Innovation Management from FGV. Since 2003, he has worked on R&D&I projects in the energy sector and other industries, gaining multidisciplinary experience at multinational companies and scientific institutions. Over the past 12 years, he has focused on the Oil & Gas market, leading initiatives centered on offshore applications. He currently leads a team and manages a portfolio of R&D&I projects related to deep-offshore upstream operations and decarbonization at TotalEnergies.
Session Chair
Guilherme Sargenti
Petrobras
Espirito Santo Business Unit General Manager
Guilherme Sargenti is the General Manager of Petrobras’ Unit in Espírito Santo, Brazil. With over 15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, he leads operations generating $36 billion in annual revenue and manages a workforce of more than 2,200 employees and 8,000 indirect workers. He holds a Master’s degree in Thermal Power from Cranfield University in the UK and has completed executive education programs from Harvard Business School, the University of Michigan and Copenhagen Business School. Sargenti has a strong background in equipment reliability, energy efficiency, and operational excellence, contributing to significant advancements in Petrobras’ refining and production strategies. He has also played a key role in cross-functional initiatives aimed at developing new capabilities and solving complex challenges across various business and corporate areas. In addition to his professional responsibilities, Guilherme has been a dedicated educator, teaching in the postgraduate programs at COPPE/UFRJ for over a decade.
Session Chair
Orlando Jose Soares Ribeiro
NORWEP
Energy Advisor
Orlando Ribeiro is an Innovation Mentor with more than 35 years of experience in developing and deploying innovative technologies in projects in Brazil and the US Golf of Mexico. His last position in Petrobras was as Head of Technology ( CTO ), Executive Manager for CENPES .During this period in CENPES, he launched the program “Petrobras Conexões para Inovação “, promoting the interaction with the startup ecosystem. Today Orlando is working as Senior Advisor, Energy Advisor for NORWEP, Startup Mentor, Startup Advisor and Angel Investor at Urca Angels. He held a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from IME.
Speaker
"Asset360 and MPDS”: Redefining FPSO Operations with Digital Twin Technology
Breno do Nascimento Espindola
Petrobras
Digital Engineering Coordinator
Breno Espíndola is a Digital Engineering Coordinator at Petrobras. He holds a degree in Electronic Engineering from UFRJ and an MBA in Data Science & Analytics from USP. Since 2012, he has worked in Digital Engineering for Basic FPSO Projects and in Executive Projects since 2016. He currently leads the implementation of MPDS at Petrobras, a multi-purpose simulator used to train operators of P-78 and planned for use in P-79, P-80, P-82, and P-83.
Speaker
AI Tools Transforming FPSO Integrity Management with Operational Twins
Janaina Heuko Albino
Vidya Technology
Business Development Coordinator
Chemical engineer with executive training in Sales Negotiation and Management from The University of Akron, Ohio, I bring experience in technical sales, SaaS, and post-sales enablement. Currently a Customer Success Coordinator at Vidya Technology, I focus on providing cutting-edge Asset Integrity Management solutions that help managers and operators work in a fully integrated way, with data-driven insights at the core of decision-making.
Speaker
Applying IA and Technologies into Integrated Risk Management and Monitoring Platform
Rodrigo Chamusca Machado
Ocyan
Digital Business and Technology Executive Manager
With a degree in Electrical Engineering from the State University of Campinas (Unicamp) and an MBA in Business Management from FGV, Rodrigo has over 14 years of experience at Ocyan in management and operations activities in the Oil and Gas industry. Involved for over 7 years in technology and innovation-related topics, Rodrigo has been working as Executive Manager of Digital Business and Technology since February 2023, responsible for strengthening Ocyan's positioning as a Digital Solutions Hub, called Nexio, in the Energy market, through strategic partnerships established with the innovation ecosystem.
Speaker
Cordant APM – Asset Offshore Management using AI
Thiago Funk
Baker Hughes
Bently Nevada Entreprise Account Director
Thiago Funk is an accomplished business leader with over a decade of experience in service and software sales. With a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA in Project Management from FGV, Thiago brings a strong technical foundation and strategic vision to every project. He has spent 3.5 years working internationally across Germany and the UK, gaining deep cross-cultural insights and is fluent in German, Spanish, and English. Thiago also worked for 8 years on project management and service sales of renewable energy projects (Biomass Energy Generation), combining sustainability with innovation. Currently serving as an Enterprise Account Director for Software Solutions for Cordant, Thiago excels at positioning complex technologies to C-level executives. Known for his leadership, adaptability, and customer centric mindset, he has built and led high performing teams that thrive in fast paced environments.
Speaker
Scalable FPSO Solutions: Combining AI with Physics for Autonomous Inspection, Optimization, and Reduced Downtime
Henrik Sture
SLB
Production Systems Brazil Digital Solutions Manager
Henrik has a BSc and MSc in Subsea Technology from NTNU and has been working in the industry for the past 13 years. For the first years of his career he was located in Norway, focusing on monitoring subsea processing equipment, and recently he's been leading the digital development and adoption for SLB Production Systems in Brazil.
Speaker
“Asset360 and MPDS”: Redefining FPSO Operations with Digital Twin Technology
Jackson Luan Queiroz
Petrobras
Digital Transformation Advisor
Jackson Luan Queiroz is a Digital Transformation Consultant at Petrobras, where he has worked since 2011. He serves as Product Manager for Ativo360 tools and specializes in implementing technologies to optimize Exploration and Production (E&P) operations. Jackson holds a degree in Electrical Engineering and an MBA in Data Science. His expertise lies in standardizing and driving the adoption of innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency, aligning with Petrobras' strategic goals in the oil and gas sector.
ChairALEXANDRE BICALHO
Advisor | Sênior Project Manager at Falconi
He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from UFMG, a specialization in Asset Management from UFOP, as well as MBAs in Business Management from FGV and Agility and Innovation from IGTI.
He is a professor in the Asset Management Specialization Program at Fundação Gorceix (UFOP).
He has been an Advisor and Senior Project Manager at Falconi in the Oil and Gas sector for the past 10 years and is a leadership mentor at FRST/Falconi.
With more than 27 years of international professional experience, he has built a solid career in large-scale industries, including Oil & Gas, Energy, Mining, Railways, Ports, Agribusiness, and Consumer Goods. His expertise encompasses management, quality, Lean, Agile, Asset Management & Maintenance, and Innovation. He has worked in several countries, including the United States, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Colombia, among others.
He is the author of the book Eficiência na Gestão de Ativos, published by Falconi in 2025.
ChairGUILHERME SARGENTTI
General Manager of Petrobras’ Campos Basin Business Unit
Guilherme Sargenti is General Manager of Petrobras’ Campos Basin Business Unit, based in Macaé, Rio de Janeiro. With nearly two decades of experience in the oil and gas industry, he leads operations generating over R$36 billion in annual revenue and oversees a workforce of more than 16,000 direct and indirect employees. He holds a Master’s in Thermal Power from Cranfield University (UK) and has completed executive education programs at Harvard Business School, the University of Michigan, and Copenhagen Business School.
Sargenti brings deep expertise in equipment reliability, energy efficiency, and operational excellence, contributing to significant advances in Petrobras’ refining and production strategies. He has also played a key role in cross-functional initiatives focused on capability building and solving complex challenges across multiple business and corporate areas. Beyond his professional responsibilities, Guilherme is a dedicated educator, teaching in COPPE/UFRJ’s graduate programs for over a decade.
SpeakerANDRÉ LOURO
Asset Integrity Principal Engineer at MODEC
André holds a degree and master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from UERJ, is a Petroleum Engineer from PUC-Rio, holds an MBA in Project Management from FGV-RJ, and is currently pursuing a PhD at COPPE in Materials, Metallurgy and Composites. He has 28 years of experience in the oil industry, beginning at Texaco Brasil in 1998 in Operations, Production and R&D, followed by E&P work as a Corrosion and Process Engineer at Nalco Brasil. From 2010 to 2019, at Chevron Upstream, he coordinated Asset Integrity, Reliability and Process Safety and, as SPIE/PH NR13, implemented Non-Intrusive Inspections for the first time in Brazilian offshore operations. At Equinor, from 2019 to 2025, he implemented the SPIE Program in Peregrino and prepared Bacalhau and Raia. Since 2025, he has been Asset Integrity Principal Engineer at MODEC, supporting innovation, efficiency, operational excellence and Process Safety Barriers Management, and serving as Technical Expert for the Americas. He also coordinates IBP’s Inspection Committee and serves on ABENDI’s Board.
SpeakerCID COSTA
Global Reliability & Maintenance Manager at SBM Offshore
Cid Costa is Global Reliability & Maintenance Manager at SBM Offshore, with more than 20 years of experience in Maintenance, Reliability, and Asset Management, primarily in the Oil & Gas industry and other asset-intensive sectors. His career combines hands-on technical expertise with strategic leadership, driving reliability transformation and operational excellence. He currently leads global initiatives focused on reliability governance and asset performance across SBM Offshore’s FPSO fleet. Previous experience includes leadership roles at Foresea and consulting engagements with Kuwait Oil Company, Pan American Energy, Vale, Votorantim, Suzano, and Petrobras. He has also lectured in postgraduate programs on Reliability Engineering, Risk Management, and Life Cycle Costing.
SpeakerDANIEL FERREIRA
Commissioning and Inspection Eng. Manager at Petrobras
With over 20 years of experience in oil and gas, Daniel has worked on a wide range of projects involving both owned and chartered FPSOs, as well as internal programs aimed at improving project-related processes and guidelines. He is currently responsible for commissioning engineering for new FPSOs.
SpeakerTHIAGO MESQUITA
HSSSE & Integrity Director at TotalEnergies
Thiago Mesquita is HSSSE & Integrity Director at TotalEnergies, with more than 20 years of experience in engineering, including 12 years dedicated to the oil and gas industry. [Name] holds a bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering and Metallurgy from UFSCar and a PhD in Materials and Corrosion Science from Grenoble INP – Phelma.
Session Chair
Rodrigo Rocha
MODEC
Business Development & Proposal Manager
Rodrigo Rocha is currently the Business Development and Proposal Manager for MODEC in Brazil, responsible for engaging new projects and clients in the country, having participated directly on the contract awards of the FPSOs destinated to Sepia, Mero 1, Buzios 5 and Marlim 1 areas. The company is currently building 2 FPSOs for Brazil and operates 14 units in the region, which process close to 25% of the total production in the country. With large experience in the oil and gas industry, before joining MODEC in 2015, Rodrigo worked with business development and contracts management in drilling, shipbuilding and FPSO companies. Rodrigo holds a bachelor degree in Business Administration by the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) with a post-graduation degree by the Brazilian Petroleum, Gas and Biofuels Institute (IBP).
Session Chair
Carlos Mastrangelo
4WardMaster
Managing Director
Carlos Ferraz Mastrangelo is a professional within the Brazilian and global oil and gas industry. With over four decades career with significant contributions to the industry, particularly in the development and implementation of offshore production systems. He is a former Chief Operating Officer at Brava and Enauta Energia. Previously, acted in the US and UK as Senior Vice President for SBM Offshore and Director of its global Production System Product Line after his almost 30 years at Petrobras in Brazil and in the US. He pursued his education at the Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro with BS Degree in Civil Engineering, sec. in Structure, and Petroleum Engineering.
Speaker
Alessandro Zunino
Yinson Production
Senio VP commercial and contractual
Graduated from university of Genoa (Italy) as process engineer, Alessandro Zunino joined SBM Offshore in Monaco in 2006 as Proposal Manager specialized in Mooring & Riser Systems. Evolving in various function in offshore projects executed in different geographical area (West Africa, Europe, Brazil and Asia Pac). Sr. Business development and Sales executive with over 15 years’ experience in BD and Sales management of diversified Engineered Industrial product and EPCIO in Energy Business. Alessandro is now focusing on Latin American market to enable cleaner source of energy even in remote locations.
Speaker
Gisela Macedo
Petrobras
General Manager for Sourcing Strategy for Petrobras Capital Projects
With 18 years of experience at Petrobras, she has worked across various departments, including project management for FPSOs. Over the past six years, she has been responsible for the company's investment contracting strategy. She holds a degree in Engineering from UFRJ and a Master's in Business Administration from PUC-Rio, complemented by numerous professional development courses.
Speaker
Kjetil Myklebust
Equinor
Vice President and Project Director for the Raia field development Project
Project Director for the Raia field development project in Equinor. Master of Science in Industrial Economics and Technology management. 20 years of project experience both in Norway and internationally for Equinor, Norsk Hydro and Siemens. Project management, project control and contract management within new field development, subsea tie-backs, platform lifetime extensions and onshore plant upgrades
Speaker
Rafael Thome
Hanwha
FPSO Product Line Director & Brazil Managing Director
Rafael is the FPSO Product Line Director at Hanwha Ocean, leading strategy and execution in offshore energy. With over 20 years of EPCIO experience, including roles at SBM and Maersk O&G, he brings global expertise in supply chain, contract management, and operational excellence. Passionate about driving transformative offshore solutions, Rafael focuses on building high-performance, collaborative teams.
Speaker
Tammy Marchi
MODEC do Brasil
contract and commercial asset management manager
With over 12 years of experience in FPSO contracts and commercial management, Tammy has led complex negotiations for main market players projects. She has extensive expertise across multiple contract models — from time charter agreements under BOO to BOT contract type structures — managing risk assessments, Bidding, claims, Variation Orders, and contract amendments, while aligning technical and commercial teams to secure strategic outcomes. She holds an MBA from FGV, international certification in Advanced Contracts & Commercial Management (IACCM), and executive programs in Negotiation, ESG, and Oil Engineering.
Speaker
Kjetil Myklebust
Equinor
Vice President and Project Director for the Raia field development Project
Project Director for the Raia field development project in Equinor. Master of Science in Industrial Economics and Technology management. 20 years of project experience both in Norway and internationally for Equinor, Norsk Hydro and Siemens. Project management, project control and contract management within new field development, subsea tie-backs, platform lifetime extensions and onshore plant upgrades
Speaker
Rafael Thome
Hanwha
FPSO Product Line Director & Brazil Managing Director
Rafael is the FPSO Product Line Director at Hanwha Ocean, leading strategy and execution in offshore energy. With over 20 years of EPCIO experience, including roles at SBM and Maersk O&G, he brings global expertise in supply chain, contract management, and operational excellence. Passionate about driving transformative offshore solutions, Rafael focuses on building high-performance, collaborative teams.
Event Chair
Raul Portela
Equinor
Operations Vice President
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Maria Celia Ximenes
Formerly Chevron
General Manager, Marine Technical & Projects
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Leonardo Carneiro
Shell
Head of Production Excellence
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Dimitrius magalhães
Petrobras
Executive Manager of Production Development Projects
Event Chair
Carlos José de Nascimento Travassos
Brava Energia
Chief Offshore Operations Officer
Honorary Chair