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Chinese state-owned company announces mega investment of R$1,2 BILLION in Brazil to expand agribusiness logistics and grain transportation

Written by Andriely
Published 04/02/2025 ร s 09:57
China invests in rail transport in Brazil, boosting agribusiness and expanding grain and sugar exports.
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China invests in rail transport in Brazil, boosting agribusiness and expanding grain and sugar exports.

China continues to expand its presence in agribusiness Brazilian. The state-owned Cofco International, one of the largest food companies in the world, announced a significant investment of R$1,2 billion in Brazil.

This investment will be directed towards improving the rail transport of grains and sugar, with the aim of optimizing logistics to the Port of Santos, the largest port terminal in Latin America.

Brazilian agribusiness will directly benefit from this investment, as it will strengthen the country's transportation infrastructure, boosting exports and consolidating China as a strategic partner in Brazil.

Impact of strengthening rail transport on agribusiness

Cofco International has purchased 979 wagons and 23 locomotives to strengthen rail transport in Brazil, with a focus on grains and sugar.

They investment of R$1,2 billion is part of a partnership with the Brazilian railway operator Rumo.

The export capacity of both companies is expected to increase by more than 200% by 2026.

This represents a direct impact on Brazilian agribusiness, as rail transport will be an efficient and sustainable alternative to road transport, which is currently so widely used.

This expansion in the transportation of grains and sugar will contribute to Brazil's growth in the international market and will strengthen the competitiveness of agribusiness in the country.

China's role in Brazilian agribusiness and job creation

O investment China's involvement in Brazilian agribusiness brings benefits not only for transportation, but also for the local economy.

With the project, the forecast is that 480 direct jobs will be generated during implementation.

The increase in transportation capacity, with the movement of up to 14,5 million tons of agricultural products per year, will positively impact agribusiness in Brazil, helping the country to consolidate its leadership position in grain and sugar exports.

China, by investing in agribusiness and rail transport, reinforces its role as a strategic partner of Brazil in the sector.

The partnership with Rumo Logรญstica

The strategy of investments from Cofco reflects China's growing presence in Brazil, both in agribusiness and in transport logistics.

The partnership with Rumo is crucial to the success of this project, as the railway operator is responsible for the main logistics corridors that connect producing regions in the Central-West to the Port of Santos.

Chinese investment in rail transport also seeks to reduce the historical logistical bottlenecks that harm Brazilian agribusiness.

Furthermore, by focusing on a more sustainable mode of transport, the project will contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and alleviate road traffic.

With the project scheduled for completion in 2026, Brazilian agribusiness will see a revolution in its transport system, thanks to a strong investment from China, which will continue to support Brazil in the development of its infrastructure and the growth of the sector.

With website information Globo Rural

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Jozimar Rodrigues
Jozimar Rodrigues
05/02/2025 16:33

Long live Lula ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ because Bolsonaro distanced himself from China during his government.

Last edited 5 days ago by Jozimar Rodrigues
Marcus
Marcus
05/02/2025 18:21

This is how Brazil is placed among the world's major economies and not by serving as a "bootlicker" for the USA.

Francisco das Chagas Jr.
Francisco das Chagas Jr.
05/02/2025 19:48

The leftists are the same as always, selling Brazil to **** countries and slave labor.

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