ROG.e 2026 Fosters Business Growth and Industry Connections for Brazilian Entrepreneurs
At ROG.e 2026, Brazilian entrepreneurs and small businesses engaged with major energy companies, receiving training and exploring new market opportunities to bolster their roles in the oil and gas supply chain.
- • 19 entrepreneurs from Firjan Norte Fluminense attended ROG.e 2026, engaging with major oil and gas companies like Petrobras.
- • Sebrae's business mission from Amapá included training, networking, and technical visits to firms in Macaé, enhancing supplier preparedness.
- • Participants learned about offshore operations, safety, and maintenance, contributing to practical skills development.
- • The program will continue with follow-up activities to ensure ongoing support and business development for energy sector suppliers.
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At the Rio Oil & Gas Expo and Conference (ROG.e) 2026 held from September 21 to 24, a strong focus was placed on expanding business opportunities and supplier networks for regional Brazilian entrepreneurs and small enterprises deeply embedded in the energy sector. Over 600 exhibitors from 80 countries participated in the event, making it Latin America's premier energy fair.
A delegation of 19 entrepreneurs from Firjan Norte Fluminense attended the event to engage with industry leaders such as Petrobras, SLB, and Baker Hughes. João Carlos da Silva, coordinator of Firjan in Macaé, highlighted the critical role of Macaé in the oil and gas industrial chain and underscored the value of being present at ROG.e to stay abreast of future projects and developments. Alongside, Savio Bueno, Firjan SENAI SESI's Petroleum, Gas, Energy, and Naval Scenarios manager, explained that the event's vast platform of over 650 exhibitors allowed local suppliers to connect meaningfully with large companies.
Complementing these efforts, Sebrae's business mission from Amapá transitioned into its practical phase in Macaé, focusing on equipping micro and small enterprises to meet the energy sector's demands. Activities included training sessions, networking, and technical visits to companies like Petrobras, the WestGroup, Olicampos, and RT LEA Locações, Equipamentos & Andaimes (RTLEA). Participants received insights into offshore operations, safety protocols, and maintenance services, vital for operational readiness. Alcilene Cavalcante, Sebrae Amapá's superintendent, emphasized transforming the fair's experience into practical business knowledge. Isana Alencar, Sebrae Amapá's Oil, Gas, and Energy manager, remarked that Macaé's phase enabled a fuller understanding of the oil and gas supply chain.
The mission's concluding phase will focus on monitoring outcomes such as ongoing training, fostering connections with operators and suppliers, and devising strategic developmental insights for Amapá businesses in the energy sector. Entrepreneur Vanessa Chagas expressed enthusiasm about returning for further professional training, reflecting the mission's motivational impact on local entrepreneurs.
Overall, ROG.e 2026 served as a vital nexus where Brazilian entrepreneurs and small business owners tapped into expansive networks, technological knowledge, and supplier opportunities essential for growth within the country's dynamic energy industry.
This article was translated and synthesized from Brazilian sources, providing English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
