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Energy developments in Rio Grande do Norte

Overview

Energy developments in Rio Grande do Norte have focused on hydrocarbon discovery and infrastructure expansion. Brava Energia identified gas-saturated reservoirs in the Sanhaçu Field within the Potiguar Basin after drilling to a depth of 2,230 meters. Technical studies are pending to determine the commercial potential and recovery capacity of the field.

Simultaneously, Potigás completed a R$ 33 million expansion of 51.1 kilometers of gas pipelines between Mossoró and Areia Branca. This project, part of the Polo Gás Sal, is intended to increase the natural gas supply to the salt industry in the Costa Branca region, serving existing companies and preparing for additional businesses expected by 2028.

Entities

Rio Grande do Norte · Potiguar Basin · ANP · Potigás · Associação Brasileira do Veículo Elétrico

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Energy developments in Rio Grande do Norte: Gas discovery and pipeline expansion

    Brava Energia identified gas in Rio Grande do Norte's Potiguar Basin, while Potigás completed a 51km pipeline expansion to support the regional salt industry.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Rio Grande do Norte sees 242% surge in electric vehicle sales

    Electric vehicle sales in Rio Grande do Norte rose by over 242% in the first half of 2026, driving a demand for specialized technical training in the region.

Sources

98fmnatal.com.br · agorarn.com.br · petronoticias.com.br · portaln10.com.br