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The early renewal of the concession for the Centro-Atlântica Railway foresees an investment of R$10 billion in Minas Gerais. This investment is part of an even larger plan to modernize the largest railway network in Brazil, promising to boost the economy of Minas Gerais and other states.
The early renewal of the concession of Central Atlantic Railroad (FCA) is bringing you some exciting news: $ 10 billion will be injected into Minas Gerais. This amount is part of a project of modernization and expansion of the railway network, which will be essential for increasing logistical efficiency, according to the otempo website.
With this renewal, which extends the concession until 2056, the VII, the concessionaire responsible for the railway, projects growth of 32% in cargo volume in Minas Gerais. This includes the movement of grains, pulp and steel products – strategic segments for the state.
In addition to directly impacting the economic flow, the project also foresees the generation of 10 jobs. That's no small feat, huh?
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Modernization of the eastern and southeastern corridor
The main focus of this financial contribution in Minas will be modernization of the eastern corridor of the Central-Atlantic Railway, which connects the state to the port system of Espírito Santo. The restructuring includes improvement works on the existing infrastructure and the purchase of new wagons and locomotives, also generating a stimulus for rolling stock manufacturers in Brazil.
Minas, which is already one of the main industrial and agricultural hubs in the country, will see an increase in the transportation of steel products, soybeans, corn and petroleum derivatives. And for those who think it's just going, there's also cargo coming back: the flow of fertilizers will be reinforced by the tracks that connect Espírito Santo to the interior of Minas Gerais.
Infrastructure works and urban conflicts
Another important point of the renewal is the R $ million 190 intended to solve urban conflicts em 25 municipalities in Minas Gerais. These conflicts include the relocation of freight yards and the modernization of sections of the railway network that cross urban areas, in addition to new integrated solutions to minimize problems between highways and tracks.
This modernization also brings a unique opportunity to further integrate cities with the railway, expanding the economic growth potential of the regions served.
A new era for national logistics
According to CEO of VLI, Fábio Marchiori, the renewal of the concession of FCA is seen as a gateway to a new era of transformation in Brazilian logistics. By modernizing rail transport, sectors such as steel industry, agribusiness e industry gain in efficiency, which directly impacts the national economy.
Besides Minas Gerais, other states like Bahia, Espírito Santo e Goiás are also part of this mega-investment that promises to change the face of logistics in the country. The renewal process was approved by ANTT and will be taken to public hearings, with total transparency and a focus on development.
So, what do you think? Is it time for Minas Gerais to get back on track?
