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The state is about to become one of the world's greatest powers in its right with billion-dollar investments and new factories. The future is promising, but the challenges are also great.
Mato Grosso do Sul, often forgotten when it comes to the richest states in the country, is about to experience an economic revolution. The state, which just a few years ago was remembered mainly for its agriculture, is now emerging as a future world power in the cellulose sector.
This accelerated development attracts billions in investment, while promising to transform the lives of thousands of workers and residents in the region.
The project, which includes seven large-scale factories, is already consolidated in some cities, but with new projects underway, the State is on its way to assuming a prominent global position in the cellulose market.
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The promise of growth puts Mato Grosso do Sul on the path of large industries and international investors, expanding its production and exports on an unprecedented scale.
Pulp production in impressive numbers
Within a period of five years, Mato Grosso do Sul should reach the mark of 12 million tons of cellulose exported annually.
This will make the State the world's largest exporter of the product, surpassing former competitors.
The strength of this production lies in the structure of large factories installed in several regions, such as Três Lagoas, which already houses Eldorado and two Suzano lines.
Furthermore, the project foresees the construction of a second Eldorado line, consolidating the city as an epicenter of the sector and transforming it into the first in the global export ranking.
This series of ventures not only positions the State on the global economic map, but also drives a new identity for the region.
With the title of “Cellulose Valley”, the region already stands out for attracting large industries and promises to continue expanding even further in the coming years.
The impact of factories and job creation
The arrival of new factories boosts not only the economy, but also the population.
The construction cycle of these industries demands an army of workers, with up to 10 thousand direct jobs being generated at the height of each project.
This huge workforce attracts professionals from different parts of the world, all looking for better living conditions and stable employment in Mato Grosso do Sul.
With so many factories springing up, the impact on the development of cities in the region is evident. Population growth generates intense demand for services.
Restaurants, hotels, supermarkets and businesses in general see a significant increase in the number of customers.
To meet this demand, small local entrepreneurs are also reinventing themselves, looking for ways to expand your business and keep up with the frenetic pace of the local economy.
Businesses, local and state authorities come together to ensure that this development is sustainable and benefits everyone involved.
Municipal and state governments carry out studies and plan actions to prepare cities for the arrival of factories.
This joint effort also includes initiatives to qualify the local workforce, as there is often a shortage of qualified professionals to work in industries.
Professional qualification and growth opportunities
The lack of skilled labor is a challenge that many of these factories face. However, the solution comes through partnerships between industries and the government.
Companies like the Chilean one Arauco, which plans to start operations in 2028 in the city of Inocência, offers free qualification courses.
In some situations, workers even receive financial incentives to participate in these programs, ensuring that they can be adequately prepared to meet the demands of the industry.
This qualification policy benefits not only workers, but also the companies themselves, which are able to hire professionals capable of performing specialized functions.
Goal of being a world power by 2030
Semadesc Secretary Jaime Verruck recently shared ambitious goals for the future of Mato Grosso do Sul.
According to him, the State registered a 15% increase in the area of planted forests compared to the previous year, consolidating itself as the second largest planted area in Brazil, with 1,5 million hectares.
This growth is crucial to sustain the advancement of the pulp and paper industries., a sector that has been boosting the local economy.
Verruck highlighted that the goal is to transform Mato Grosso do Sul in a global reference by 2030, with a strategic plan that includes sustainable development, expansion of the industrial base and consolidation of the leading position in cellulose exports.
Furthermore, the State's policy for 2030 aims to achieve the Carbon Neutral target, an initiative that places sustainability at the center of government and business actions.
With billion-dollar investments, increased production and the creation of thousands of jobs, Mato Grosso do Sul is on its way to consolidating itself as one of the most promising regions in Brazil and the world.
But will this rapid growth bring greater challenges than opportunities? How can the state balance environmental sustainability with economic growth and ensure that this development is truly inclusive?
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