After the end of negotiations between Petrobras and NTS, the ANP resumed the tariff review process for natural gas transport for the period 2026 to 2030.
The National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP) decided to reactivate the tariff review proceedings for natural gas transport operators.
This measure comes after the definitive conclusion of direct talks between Petrobras and Nova Transportadora do Sudeste (NTS).
The agency’s board revoked the 15‑day suspension and scheduled an extraordinary meeting for next week.
During the meeting, the regulatory parameters and guidelines for the 2026‑2030 cycle will be examined.
The deliberation covers not only NTS but also other major national infrastructure operators such as TAG, TBG, GOM and TSB, all key pieces for the country’s energy supply.
End of bilateral talks unlocks process
Initially, the pause in the regulatory procedure was in response to a request from the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME).
The request aimed to create space for the companies to reach a consensual solution to commercial and tariff disputes.
However, the dynamic changed after Petrobras formally withdrew from the talks in a document sent to the transporter and filed with regulatory authorities.
Without the prospect of a bilateral agreement between the main carrier and the Southeast network operator, the agency chose to immediately resume the decision‑making process.
Impacts and legal certainty in the energy sector
Setting maximum revenues and transport tariffs is considered vital for pricing fuel in the Brazilian market.
This calculation directly affects the costs of regional distributors, industries and thermal power plants.
Despite the meeting’s convening, the agency clarified that the resources and administrative requests submitted by the companies remain under technical review before the final decision.
The agency stated:
“The agency reiterates its commitment to legal certainty, transparency, and regulatory predictability in the sector, aiming to establish balanced tariffs for market opening.”
With the resumption of deliberations, the productive sector awaits clear definitions regarding the operational costs of the grid.
The expectation is that the conclusion of the regulatory process will provide greater stability for investments and competition in the energy market in the coming years.