At the end of April, the Brazilian government considered four port concessions in Paraná as national priorities. They represent a third of the 12 new infrastructure projects listed by the Investment Partnership Program (PPI). The program has approved the study of the concession of the access channel to the Port of Paranaguá, in addition to the lease of three areas for handling dry bulk (PAR9, PAR14 and PAR15). This concession provides for the private administration of the stretch of the waterway that connects the port to the open sea. The overall investments can amount to R$ 5 billion over 35 years. “The authorization is for the beginning of studies, as to show us whether it is feasible and beneficial to grant works to the private sector, such as dredging, marking and maritime signaling, for example. In this phase, we will find out the existing needs, possible improvements, and ways to meet the growing demand with more attractive costs”, explained the CEO of Ports of Paraná, Luiz Fernando Garcia. The analysis of the feasibility of the concession also considers the deadlines for the services performed by the government. The auction is expected to take place in the first quarter of 2023.
Source: Portos do Paraná (*Translated by Ia Niani)