INNOVATION THAT MOVES THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY.
AND THE FUTURE.
We invest in innovation because we believe the best answers to the industry’s challenges are still waiting to be found.
That’s why we work with best-in-class partners to develop technologies together that have a real impact on our operations and could lead to more efficient and sustainable operations.
From applied research to startup investments, we open our doors to those who want to build alongside us what the industry has yet to see.
PRIO WAS BORN QUESTIONING.
WE GREW BY
INNOVATING.
AND WE’RE NOT STOPPING NOW.
INNOVATION IS PART OF
THE WAY WE OPERATE
Open Innovation: from the outside in
We look to the market for new ideas to solve our challenges. Startups, universities, and research centers go through a rigorous, criteria-driven process so we can select the best solutions.
We’re looking for partners with both the knowledge and the drive to solve the biggest challenges faced by PRIO and the industry, building a relationship where everyone grows together.
We have already completed our first program, focused on Subsea robotics:
SOLUTIONS IDENTIFIED
COMPANIES APPROVED FOR PITCH DAYS
SOLUTIONS ANALYZED
NEW CHALLENGES IN 2026
We are conducting three new challenges focused on Subsea, Maintenance and Integrity, supporting innovation and new technologies.
How we invest in innovation
Three fronts, one goal: moving the industry forward.
PRIO Venture Labs
Corporate Venture Capital
We invest in startups based in Brazil with the potential for global impact that bring real value to the oil and gas industry.. More than capital, we offer the infrastructure and experience of a company that has already transformed the market.
R&D&I
RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT AND INNOVATION
Every project starts with an operational challenge the market hasn’t yet been able to solve. Real challenges, best-in-class partners and direct impact. That’s how we make sure innovation doesn’t just live on paper.
SERVICES AND SUPPLIERS
If you have a solution that could make a difference to our operations, we want to hear from you.
Areas of impact:
Production Uplift
Increase production and reservoir recovery rates
Operational Efficiency
Operate better, with greater safety and fewer disruptions
Cost Optimization
Do more with less, responsibly
Sustainability
Operate more sustainably, reducing emissions and environmental footprint
Key Technical Areas
- 01 Seismic Data Processing
- 02 Enhanced Recovery
- 03 Injectivity
- 01 Hydrate Mitigation
- 02 Rigid Pipeline Installation
- 03 Subsea Integrity
- 01 Produced Water
- 02 Maintenance and Integrity
- 03 Electrification
- 01 Norm – Storage
- 02 Campos Basin Area Plan
- 03 Offshore Medical Support
- 01 Autonomous Vessels
- 02 Routing
FIND THE RIGHT PATH FOR YOU
Researcher, startup, supplier or strategic partner: PRIO has a path for you. Tell us a little about what you do and we’ll get in touch.