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After an investment of R$70 million, Acelen is transforming the Madre de Deus Terminal, which is now ready to receive giant SuezMax ships. The impact of this modernization promises to revolutionize the oil and gas sector in Brazil.
A real revolution happened in Madre de Deus Waterway Terminal (Temadre). After a robust project, which involved R$ 70 million and two years of intense work, the terminal can now receive large ships, like the famous SuezMax, capable of transporting up to 1 million barrels of oil. This not only increases the refinery's throughput capacity, but also brings incredible benefits to the entire Northeast region, which depends on the oil processed by the Mataripe Refinery.
The requalification project aimed to modernize the terminal and provide more security in operations, all with a focus on reducing carbon emissions and protecting the environment. According to Acelen, in addition to increasing efficiency, this requalification allows Brazil to compete even more strongly in the global oil and gas market.
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Requalification Increases Competitiveness and Positively Impacts the Environment
The great advantage of this requalification is the channel dredging navigation, which had not happened for more than two decades. With the work, the depth was restored to 15,5 meters, which allows the arrival of even bigger ships, avoiding the process of ship to ship transfer (when cargo is passed from one ship to another on the high seas). This, of course, reduces costs, operating time and, as a bonus, emissions. CO2.
Another important part of this investment is in the environmental commitment of Acelen. Throughout the process, the company strictly followed the guidelines of environmental monitoring. In addition, the Corals of the Bay Project, focused on the restoration of coral reefs and control of invasive species, such as sun coral, which threatens local biodiversity.
Logistical and Economic Impacts for the Northeast
This modernization in the Mother of God Terminal is a strategic move for the fuel supply in the Northeast. Such as Mataripe Refinery is responsible for 42% of regional demand e 80% of Bahia, requalification not only increases distribution efficiency, but also strengthens the Acelen's position in the global market.
With the new system, the company now has a safer and more optimized terminal, reducing costs with external operations and making logistics much more agile. All of this directly reflects on the price and safety of oil transportation, which benefits the local economy and makes Bahia a key point on the national distribution map.
A Look to the Future: Acelen Already Plans a New Phase of Investments
And the news doesn't stop there. The accelerate already has the second phase of the project on the radar! In the next two years, more R $ million 15 will be invested in the modernization of the terminal, with a focus on additional structural improvements and further increase the reliability of operations.
Carlos Brenner, project director at Acelen, highlighted that this investment reflects the company's commitment to strengthen the oil and gas sector in Brazil and ensuring that the Northeast region is prepared for the challenges of the future.
Technology and Sustainability Go Hand in Hand
All this modernization is done with full attention to the environment. Acelen has shown itself committed to developing sustainable projects that reconcile economic growth and environmental preservation. Corals of the Bay Project is a clear example of this. With a focus on restoring coral reefs and controlling invasive species, the project has a positive impact not only on All Saints Bay, but also on the health of the region's marine ecosystem.
The company's concern with practices environmental governance (ESG) was one of the pillars of the requalification works, reinforcing the idea that it is possible to develop large infrastructure works without compromising the environment.
Temadre: A Rising Giant in the Oil and Gas Sector
With this requalification, the Madre de Deus Waterway Terminal stands out as a key piece in the fuel supply of Brazil. Acelen, in turn, not only modernized its infrastructure, but also reinforced its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The terminal is now ready to handle current and future market demands, ensuring a safe, efficient and environmentally responsible service.
The completion of the first phase of requalification of the Madre de Deus Waterway Terminal marks the beginning of a new chapter for the sector oil and gas in Brazil. With the expanded capacity to receive large ships, the accelerate demonstrates its ability to ally innovation, sustainability and economic growth. The second phase of the requalification, already planned, only reinforces the company's commitment to keeping the terminal among the most modern and efficient in the country.
For the future, the expectation is that accelerate continue to lead with environmental responsibility and operational excellence, further strengthening the importance of Bahia and the Northeast in the energy scenario of Brazil and the world.
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