NEW DOCKS TO BE BUILT AT ITAJAÍ PORT IN SC

During an event with President Lula, Minister Silvio Costa Filho revealed plans to establish the Dock Company for the Port of Itajaí (SC) via a Provisional Measure. The port will receive BRL 844 million for upgrades, safety enhancements, logistics improvements, and expansion. Following a failed privatization effort, the Brazilian government took back control of the port in 2024, prioritizing global competitiveness. Further investments in infrastructure and equipment, including dredging, channel upgrades, a tourist pier, and a monitoring system, will bring billions in funding. Additionally, the state is set to gain BRL 9 billion in naval projects, which are projected to create over 17,500 jobs.
Source: Ministério de Portos e Aeroportos (*Translated by Ia Niani)