Opportunities with Petrobras: Fabricio Soares, GM Refining, Gas & Energy Engineering

Our host, Stuart Broadley, is joined by Fabricio Benites Soares, General Manager for Refining, Gas and Energy Engineering at Petrobras, for an in-depth conversation on the engineering, innovation, and investments driving one of the world's largest energy companies.

Drawing on Petrobras' extensive project portfolio, Fabricio shares insights into major refinery expansions, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), renewable diesel, hydrogen, carbon capture, energy storage, and infrastructure projects that are shaping Brazil's energy future. He explains how the company is balancing traditional energy investments with a growing focus on low-carbon technologies while maintaining energy security and industrial competitiveness.

The discussion also explores the evolving role of engineering in delivering large-scale capital projects. Fabricio reflects on the importance of early supply chain engagement, digital engineering, AI, and data-driven design to improve project efficiency, reduce risk, and accelerate delivery across Petrobras' expanding portfolio.

At the heart of the conversation is collaboration. Fabricio explains why closer partnerships with technology providers, EPC contractors, and equipment manufacturers will be essential to delivering the next generation of energy projects, creating new opportunities for companies looking to work with Petrobras as it invests in both conventional and low-carbon energy infrastructure.