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ANP auction raises R$ 3 billion from the sale of 49 blocks

The signing of concession contracts is expected by February 26, 2027, after the auction included areas in seven basins and marginal accumulation blocks.

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The essentials of this story

What happened
The ANP raised R$ 3 billion in the 6th cycle of the Permanent Concession Offer and also recorded progress in the pre-salt auction.
Who is affected
The measure affects companies that won the blocks and auctioned areas, as well as the oil and gas exploration and production chain.
What changes
Contracts are expected to be signed by February 26, 2027, and the exploratory area under sharing rises to 39.2 thousand km².

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Sources

  1. Leilão da ANP arrecada R$ 3 bilhões com a venda de 49 blocos — Agência Brasil — economia (accessed 10/09/2026)