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Petrobras announced the resumption of operations at Araucária Nitrogenados SA (ANSA), a fertilizer factory in Paraná, after hibernation since 2020. The reactivation scheduled for the second half of 2025 aims to strengthen the local industry, generate jobs and investments, and increase production national fertilizer industry.
Last Thursday, (6/06), Petrobras announced a strategic decision that promises to boost not only the local economy, but also the national fertilizer production. After a period of hibernation since 2020, the fertilizer factory Araucária Nitrogenados SA (ANSA), located in Paraná, a wholly owned subsidiary of the company, is about to resume operations.
The news comes as a welcome to the region, which has seen developments paralyzed in recent years. With the resumption of activities, it is expected not only the strengthening of local industry, but also the return of jobs and investments in the area.
Petrobras announces return of fertilizer factory in Paraná
The decision was taken during a meeting of the Petrobras Executive Board held on Thursday (6/06).
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From this meeting, the necessary procedures were initiated to restart the factory's operations.
Among the immediate measures is the publication of notices for contracting maintenance services and critical materials, highlighting the company's commitment to ensuring the efficiency and safety of operations.
Hiring former employees
Furthermore, Petrobras authorized ANSA to enter into agreements and hire former employees, as long as they were approved by the Superior Labor Court (TST).
This measure not only saves jobs, but also recognizes the experience and knowledge of professionals who have already been involved with the factory.
The return of the Petrobras fertilizer factory
The operation is expected to restart in the second half of 2025, representing a significant milestone for the industry of fertilizers in the country.
With the review of Petrobras' strategic guidelines, investment in fertilizer production was once again part of the company's portfolio, in accordance with the Strategic Plan 2024 – 2028+.
This change in focus reflects not only a long-term vision, but also a commitment to food security and national autonomy in the production of agricultural inputs.
ANSA prepares to resume operations with impressive production capacity
Located next to the Presidente Getúlio Vargas Refinery — REPAR, ANSA has an impressive production capacity, with 720 thousand tons/year of urea and 475 thousand tons/year of ammonia, in addition to 450 thousand m³/year of Automotive Liquid Reducing Agent ( ARLA 32).
These numbers not only highlight the factory's relevance to the national market, but also its ability to contribute to the country's trade balance and economic development.
They should report why the fabrics were delayed for so long...what were the reasons that made it stop.