February 2026 saw a number of significant regulatory developments affecting the oil, natural gas, and offshore industries. From the revision of rules governing the assignment of E&P contracts to new resolutions on decarbonization and biomethane, the month demands the attention of all industry stakeholders.
Check out the main highlights:
• Assignment of E&P contracts: ANP opens public consultation and hearings to revise ANP Resolution No. 785/2019.
• Pre-salt: 15 new blocks included in the Permanent Production Sharing Offer (OPP), totaling 23 areas offered.
• 3rd Cycle of the OPP: 5 blocks awarded and R$ 451.5 million in committed minimum investments.
• 5th Cycle of the OPC: 34 concession contracts signed and R$ 989 million in signing bonuses.
• ABPIP: launch of the 2026 Strategic Agenda for the O&G sector.
• Decarbonization and biomethane: ANP approves resolutions on emissions targets and producer certification.
• Transportation tariffs: ANP opens public consultation on the valuation of the Regulatory Asset Base (BRA).
• Minas Gerais: state regulations on biogas, biomethane, and low-carbon hydrogen.
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