A move by Brazil’s state-owned oil company Petrobras to increase efficiency in vessel chartering has been anything but, say shipbrokers.
In the wake of Operation Car Wash that investigated a widespread kickback scheme, which had engulfed shipping and offshore companies, Petrobras moved nearly all its procurement activity to an online portal, Petronect.
Registered users can view and post offers on any supply and services, including shipping, which Petrobras needs.
