The Ministry of Ports and Airports announced an investment of R$400 million in dredging works at the Port of Rio de Janeiro with the aim of increasing competitiveness and operational capacity.
In partnership with PortosRio, a technical cooperation agreement was also signed with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) aiming at the sustainable development of Rio’s ports, aligning port operations with environmental preservation and social well-being.
The project will focus on implementing sustainable practices, such as improving energy efficiency, proper waste management and preserving local ecosystems. Additionally, the agreement will contribute to mitigating and adapting to climate change, aligning with the goals of the Paris Agreement.
Investments
The Minister of Ports and Airports, Silvio Costa Filho, announced the dredging of Cais da Gamboa and the Barra Grande Canal, scheduled to begin on October 30, totaling almost R$117 million in investments.
Investments are also planned for maintenance dredging in the Mangue Canal, an area with the highest incidence of sedimentation in the Port of Rio de Janeiro. The investment will be R$11.5 million. These interventions are part of the New Growth Acceleration Program (PAC) and are essential for maintaining and expanding the port’s operational capacity.
Costa Filho also announced the completion of the dredging of the Main Channel, which is preparing the Port of Rio de Janeiro to receive large ships, measuring 366 meters in length. With completion scheduled for November and an investment of R$163 million, this work will not only boost the national economy, but will also promote regional development and ensure greater safety in navigation.
“We are committed to modernizing and expanding the infrastructure of the Port of Rio de Janeiro, ensuring that it continues to be one of Brazil’s main international trade hubs,” said PortosRio President Francisco Martins. “These are essential investments to increase the port’s competitiveness and support the economic growth of the region and the country,” he said.
