In 1979, thanks largely to increased output from the Enchova and Namorado early production systems in the Campos basin and enhanced recovery programs in the older onshore fields, Brazil reversed its declining production. However, since the 8 fields found so far in Campos basin contain total proved reserves of well under one billion barrels, it is not likely that the crash drilling and production
... [Show full abstract] programs undertaken since 1976 will have a lasting effect on Brazil's domestic production unless significant discoveries are made soon.