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Sergipe holds national relevance in the oil and gas sector thanks to ongoing and planned investments by major companies such as Petrobras offshore, and Carmo Energy, Eneva, and TAG onshore. Job creation and significant financial contributions to the local economy set the tone for the opening speeches of Sergipe Oil & Gas (SOG25), which began this Wednesday (July 23) and continues through Friday (July 25) at the AM Malls Convention Center in Aracaju.

In his address to a packed auditorium, Governor Fábio Mitidieri expressed his desire to “transform the people through the state's natural wealth.” He also stated that Sergipe’s economy will grow even stronger with the start of gas exploration and the reactivation of certain decommissioned onshore and offshore platforms. “Sergipe is a small giant in Brazil’s energy matrix,” said the governor.

Priscila Felizola, Superintendent of Sebrae/SE, emphasized that the institution closely monitors the growth of onshore production, which already exceeds 13,000 barrels per day, “representing a local transformation opportunity.” She also noted that in 2024 alone, onshore royalties surpassed R$ 200 million for municipalities across Sergipe. Sebrae is involved in strengthening the Petrogás Network, an initiative that connects 25 institutions from the public, private, academic, and civil society sectors. To symbolize a new phase for the network, pins representing key links in the industry’s chain were presented to public and private sector leaders.

Partnership Agreements Signed

During the opening ceremony, two partnership agreements were signed between the Government of Sergipe and the Getúlio Vargas Foundation (FGV). The first, through the Secretariat of Economic Development and Science and Technology, aims to conduct a technical feasibility study for the development of a new port terminal in the state. The agreement was signed by Governor Fábio Mitidieri, FGV Energia Executive Director Carlos Quintela, and Secretary Valmor Barbosa.

The second contract was signed between the state government, through the Public Services Regulatory Agency (Agrese), and FGV, with the objective of leveraging local technical and human resources for the decommissioning of offshore platforms along Sergipe’s coast. The agreement was signed by Governor Mitidieri, Agrese President Hamilton Santana, and Carlos Quintela, representing FGV.

Other Participants in the Opening Ceremony Included:

• Eduardo Aragon, Co-organizer of SOG25

• Marcelo Lopes, Director at Eneva

• Stênio Galvão, Executive Manager for Onshore and Shallow Water at Petrobras

• Roberto Ardenghy, President of IBP – Brazilian Petroleum and Gas Institute

• Márcio Félix, President of ABPIP – Brazilian Association of Independent Oil and Gas Producers

• Senator Laércio Oliveira

Attractions for Professionals and Students

The event, which is free to attend, offers a wide range of attractions for industry professionals and students, including:

• Startup Day

• Technical Sessions

• SOG Congress

• Business Arena

The business fair is another key highlight, featuring around 70 booths where leading companies showcase their market solutions, creating a prime environment for networking and discovering new opportunities.

The ESG Arena promotes discussions on the challenges and opportunities related to implementing environmental, social, and governance practices to foster sustainable development in the sector.

The Future Talents Program is another crowd favorite, targeting young professionals in the oil and gas industry with relevant insights for career development.

Participants can also take part in technical visits to industry companies—an opportunity to see local operations up close through various routes, covering oil production, gas treatment, port operations, and research laboratories.

Event Information

Sergipe Oil & Gas (SOG25)
Date: July 23–25, 2025
Venue: AM Malls Convention Center, Aracaju, Sergipe

More info: www.sergipeoilgas.com.br