Technology

KOIL Energy to Build New Offshore Technology Center in Brazil


Published: Tuesday March 4, 2025
By: Oilfield Africa Review

KOIL Energy Solutions a leader in providing controls infrastructure for subsea oil and gas fields, announced its expansion into Brazil, with a new technology center for manufacturing and service support in Macaé.

“Macaé represents an exciting new chapter for KOIL Energy as we establish our presence in Brazil, the largest subsea market in the world,” said Erik Wiik, KOIL Energy’s President and CEO. “This facility is expected to play a key role in our growth strategy, and we are grateful for the strong partnership and support from local customers and suppliers.”

Macaé is generally considered to be the center of the offshore petroleum industry in Brazil, and it is often referred to as “Cidade do Petróleo.” KOIL Energy has leased a 180,000 sq ft property with offices and a workshop of 27,000 sq ft. The facility will house engineering, manufacturing, testing and service support activities.

“KOIL Energy’s decision to prioritize Brazil in its growth strategy is driven by this country’s ambitious plan to become one of the top five oil producers in the world by 2030 and maintain that position for years to come,” said Gustavo Goncalves, Managing Director of KOIL Energy in Brazil. “KOIL’s product portfolio is perfectly suited to support Brazilian operators on this exciting growth journey.”

The subsidiary, KOIL Energy Solutions Brasil LTDA, has been established as the legal entity for KOIL Energy’s operations in Brazil. The company’s head office is in Houston, Texas, United States.

“Macaé represents an exciting new chapter for KOIL Energy as we establish our presence in Brazil, the largest subsea market in the world,” said Erik Wiik, KOIL Energy’s President and CEO. “This facility is expected to play a key role in our growth strategy, and we are grateful for the strong partnership and support from local customers and suppliers.”

Macaé is generally considered to be the center of the offshore petroleum industry in Brazil, and it is often referred to as “Cidade do Petróleo.” KOIL Energy has leased a 180,000 sq ft property with offices and a workshop of 27,000 sq ft. The facility will house engineering, manufacturing, testing and service support activities.

“KOIL Energy’s decision to prioritize Brazil in its growth strategy is driven by this country’s ambitious plan to become one of the top five oil producers in the world by 2030 and maintain that position for years to come,” said Gustavo Goncalves, Managing Director of KOIL Energy in Brazil. “KOIL’s product portfolio is perfectly suited to support Brazilian operators on this exciting growth journey.”

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