Expansion of Transpetro's Fleet and Shipbuilding in Brazil: Promoting Job Creation

Expansion of Transpetro’s Fleet and Shipbuilding in Brazil: Promoting Job Creation

Written by Roberta Souza

Published on 13/04/2023 at 11:11

Vista do Parque do Mirim, um dos três parques que integram o Terminal de Madre de Deus (TEMADRE) operado pela Transpetro/ Fonte: Transpetro

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According to the President’s Announcement, Opportunities in Shipbuilding in Shipyards Can Be an Excellent Source of Mass Employment in Brazil, Especially Now with the Growth of the Transpetro Fleet

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva stated during an event that the expansion of the Transpetro fleet could boost shipbuilding in local shipyards, generating jobs and driving the national economy. The statement was made during the balance of the 100 days in office, in Brasília, and demonstrates the government’s commitment to strengthening the shipbuilding industry in Brazilian shipyards, especially now with the Transpetro fleet.

Petrobras and Research on Renewable Fuels

Lula also announced that Petrobras will support research on new renewable fuels, aiming to make the country a “global powerhouse” of green hydrogen in shipyards and the shipbuilding industry, just like Transpetro. During previous administrations, the state-owned company invested in research, innovation, and shipbuilding in shipyards, which contributed to the growth of the naval industry and the development of the economy in municipalities where the shipyards are located.

Challenges of Transpetro and the Naval Sector in Brazilian Shipbuilding

Transpetro and the sector have faced challenges in shipbuilding in Brazil in shipyards for nearly 10 years, with a scarcity of projects and job losses. The market has already lost more than 60,000 jobs since the crisis began in 2014. The resumption of Transpetro in the naval industry is essential for the country’s development, not only for generating direct and indirect jobs but also for qualifying the workforce in the oil and gas production chain.

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Resumption of Shipbuilding in Brazil

The expansion of the Transpetro fleet and the government’s interest in discussing alternatives to revive the naval industry in Brazil are positive signs for the sector. Shipyards need to be prepared to meet market demands, including the construction of new support vessels and energy generation projects at sea. Additionally, policies that expand local content indexes and review rules of the cabotage program may also contribute to the revival of the naval industry in the country, according to the government.

Expansion of Transpetro’s Fleet and Shipbuilding in Brazil: Promoting Job Creation

According to the President’s Announcement, Opportunities in Shipbuilding in Shipyards Can Be an Excellent Source of Mass Employment in Brazil, Especially Now with the Growth of the Transpetro Fleet

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