​​2020 Speakers Confirmed

The Global Offshore Brazil Summit addresses the impact of Brazil’s transformation to a more competitive market let by multiple Global Operators which will drive long-term growth in the world’s most prolific Deepwater arena. Success in Brazil relies on understanding and cooperation among Operators and the Supply Chain, and requires a firm understanding of the current regulatory and financial environment. The summit is comprised of multiple interactive Panel Sessions over two full days discussing the Strategy, Finance and Technology needs of the international marketplace, with a particular focus on assessing and strengthening the Deepwater Supply Chain. Attendees will gain comprehensive knowledge of Brazil’s challenges and opportunities in addition to unrivaled networking activities.

		Helio da Cunha Bisaggio | Superintendent of Infrastructure and Transportation ANP – Agência Nacional do Petróleo, Gás Natural e Biocombustíveis 14:15 | Tuesday, 3 March, 2020 | Deep Gas/ Gas Monetization Session “Market Design Towards a Competitive Natural Gas Market in Brazil” Helio da Cunha Bisaggio is a Naval Architect graduated from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Brazil and holds Doctor Degrees in Ocean Engineering… Read More >>
		Heloisa Borges Esteves | Superintendent of Licensing Rounds Promotion ANP – Agência Nacional do Petróleo, Gás Natural e Biocombustíveis 11:45 | Tuesday, 3 March, 2020 | Regulatory Standards and Legal Outlook Session “Divestment of Mature Fields and Permanent Offer” Heloisa Borges Esteves holds a PhD in Economics from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, a Master Degree in Economics from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, a post-graduate degree in Public Law… Read More >>
		Antonio Jose Alfonzo Padilla | Technical Support and Applications Engineer Baker Hughes 17:00 | Tuesday, 3 March, 2020 | Mature Fields / Life of Field Session “ESP Technology Improvements in Peregrino Field” Antonio Jose Alfonzo Padilla, is a 27 years old Electronic Engineer whose work experience is within the Oil & Gas Industry. Born and raised in Cabimas, Venezuela. He was graduated Cum Laude at the University Rafael Belloso Chacin in Zulia State…. Read More >>
		Gabriel de Figueiredo da Costa | Technical Advisor – Natural Gas Empresa de Pesquisa Energética (Energy Research Office) – EPE 14:15 | Tuesday, 3 March, 2020 | Deep Gas / Gas Monetization Session Technical Advisor for the Natural Gas team in the Oil and Gas department of Brazilian Energy Research Office (EPE). Chemical Engineer, currently attending the… Read More >>
		Bruce Crager | Executive Vice President Endeavor Management 11:45 | Wednesday, 4 March, 2020 | Focus on FPSOs Session “Development of FPSO Best Practices” Bruce Crager is Executive Vice President of Endeavor Management and leads the firm’s Expert Advisory Group. He has over 45 years of experience in offshore drilling and production… Read More >>
		Captain Andy Goldsmith | Technical Adviser – Marine The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) 11:15 | Tuesday, 3 March, 2020 | Regulatory Standards and Legal Outlook Session Andy Goldsmith spent 29 years at sea, 10 on deep sea tankers and 19 in the offshore industry. He was Captain of DP diving support and offshore construction vessels… Read More >>
		Paulo Guilherme de Menezes Coimbra | Deal Advisory Partner KPMG Corporate Finance Ltda. 9:30 | Tuesday, 3 March, 2020 | Finance and Investment Outlook Panel “New Brazilian Investments and M&A Activity Overview” Paulo has a strong experience in advising clients throughout M&A transactions, and throughout valuation services. During his 15 years of Corporate Finance experience, he has participated in a wide range of activities, including: financial advisory to clients in mergers and acquisitions, privatizations and offerings…. Read More >>
		Tony Duncan | Executive Vice President, Americas Magma Global 14:15 | Wednesday, 4 March, 2020 | Innovative Technology / Digitalization Session “The Evolution of Composite Riser Systems for Pre-Salt Fields (ABS)” Tony Duncan is Executive Vice President at Magma Global. Tony, who is based in Houston, Texas, has more than 30 years’ experience in the oil and gas sector… Read More >>
		José Eduardo Gerk | President Director Pré-Sal Petróleo 9:30 | Wednesday, 4 March, 2020 | Operator Project Spotlight Educated at the Military Engineering Institute (IME – Instituto Militar de Engenharia), with a master’s degree and doctorate in mechanical engineering from COPPE/UFRJ… Read More >>
		Daniel Green | Project Finance Sector Head for O&G Santander 9:30 | Tuesday, 3 March, 2020 | Finance and Investment Outlook Panel Session “Oil & Gas Project Finance: A Market Update and Overview” Daniel Green has been serving as Executive Director of Santander’s project finance team since 2015, and is currently responsible for the coverage of O&G, transmission lines and social infrastructure segments… Read More >>
		Philippe Herve | VP Solutions SparkCognition 14:15 | Wednesday, 4 March, 2020 | Innovative Technology / Digitalization Session Philippe Herve joined SparkCognition as the VP of Solutions. He is a multilingual executive with U.S. and international success in operations, technology, business development, marketing, sales, and client relations. Herve started working with artificial intelligence in 1985… Read More >>
		Rogério Campos | Partner – Oil & Gas Veirano Advogados 11:45 | Tuesday, 3 March, 2020 | Regulatory Standards and Legal Outlook Session “An Overview of the New Research and Development Innovation (PD&I Rules) Issued by ANP” Rogério has more than 15 years of experience practicing law, with a strong focus on general contractual and corporate law. He has deep knowledge in the oil & gas, shipping, defense and security industries, working consistently with Brazilian and international companies… Read More >>
		Joel Thigpen | General Manager, Segment Sales – Offshore Drilling Wärtsilä 16:15 | Wednesday, 4 March, 2020 | Health, Safety & Environmental Session “Smart Offshore – Enabling a Safe and Sustainable Offshore Environment, Utilizing Smart Technology” Mr. Thigpen joined Wärtsilä in June 2015 as the US Sales Manager for Oil & Gas. In 2018 Joel was named General Manager of Segment Sales – Offshore Drilling and currently focuses his attention on… Read More >>
		Christopher M. Barton | Senior Vice President Business Development Wood 11:45 | Wednesday, 4 March, 2020 | Focus on FPSOs Session “Innovative Approach to FPSO Delivery” Christopher M. Barton is currently Sr. Vice President, Business Development for Wood. Chris is based in Houston where he has business development responsibility for Wood’s Offshore business unit… Read More >>

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Participate in the 2nd Annual Event!

Following a highly successful inaugural event in 2019, we are happy to announce the Global Offshore Brazil Summit 2020.  The 2020 conference will, once again, be held at the Grand Hyatt Rio, on 3-4 March, 2020.  

There are numerous options to participate: 

• Submit an Abstract for inclusion in the technical program.
• Sponsorship networking and branding opportunities are available.
• New for 2020, an exhibition floor which will be the location of all breakfasts, breaks and receptions.

Companies in Attendance

The inaugural Global Offshore Brazil Summit 2019 was extremely well received, with delegates from over 120 companies attending. The market in Brazil is rapidly expanding and GOBS 2020 promises to grow substantially.

Value Proposition

The Global Offshore Brazil Summit addresses the impact of Brazil’s transformation to a more competitive market let by multiple Global Operators which will drive long-term growth in the world’s most prolific Deepwater arena. Success in Brazil relies on understanding and cooperation among Operators and the Supply Chain, and requires a firm understanding of the current regulatory and financial environment. The summit is comprised of multiple interactive Panel Sessions over two full days discussing the Strategy, Finance and Technology needs of the international marketplace, with a particular focus on assessing and strengthening the Deepwater Supply Chain. Attendees will gain comprehensive knowledge of Brazil’s challenges and opportunities in addition to unrivaled networking activities.