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Petrobras discovers signs of oil at the mouth of the Amazon

Petrobras has announced the discovery of hydrocarbons in a well in the mouth of the Amazon basin, off the coast of Amapá, for the first time.

Petrobras discovers signs of oil at the mouth of the Amazon
Photo: Diego Delso · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

Petrobras revealed on Friday, September 14, the discovery of signs of hydrocarbons, which may be oil or natural gas, in an exploratory well in the sedimentary basin of the mouth of the Amazon, located off the coast of Amapá. This is the first time the company has identified such indications in the region.

The well, named Morpho, is situated approximately 175 kilometers off the coast of Amapá and was drilled in ultra-deep waters, at a depth of 2,886 meters.

In addition to the announcement of the discovery, a video was released showing Petrobras's drilling rig in the area shortly after the company reported the presence of hydrocarbons in the mouth of the Amazon basin.

Petrobras discovers signs of oil at the mouth of the Amazon
Photo: Aécio Neves - Senador · Openverse · BY

This discovery is significant for Petrobras, as it represents a step forward in its exploration operations in the Amazon region, an area that has attracted both national and international attention.

Drilling operations in deep regions like this are complex and require advanced technology, as the ocean environment presents unique challenges.

This discovery could influence publicity and discussions about natural resources in the region, as well as the environmental and economic implications it may entail.