Shipyard Extracting Tons of Sand and Clay Without License Has Construction Suspended: Federal Prosecutor's Action Targets Environmental Crime and Federal Usurpation

Shipyard Extracting Tons of Sand and Clay Without License Has Construction Suspended: Federal Prosecutor’s Action Targets Environmental Crime and Federal Usurpation

Written by Andriely Medeiros de Araújo

Published on 20/06/2025 at 21:59

Justiça suspende obras de estaleiro em Manaus após denúncia do MPF por extração ilegal de areia e barro, obras irregulares e crimes ambientais às margens do igarapé Tarumã-Açu. Fonte: Reprodução/Estaleiro Eram Amazonas.

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Court Suspends Shipyard Construction in Manaus After Prosecution’s Complaint of Illegal Sand and Clay Extraction, Illegal Construction, and Environmental Crimes Along the Tarumã-Açu Stream.

The Federal Public Ministry (MPF) achieved an important legal victory by obtaining an immediate suspension of construction work for an expansion of a shipyard located in the rural area of Manaus, Amazonas. The decision, issued by Judge Mara Elisa Andrade, responds to complaints of environmental crimes and usurpation of union assets, involving Eram Estaleiro Rio Amazonas Ltda. and the businessman responsible for the enterprise, Adalberto Fernandes de Azevedo.

Environmental Irregularities and Illegal Expansion of the Shipyard Prompted MPF Action

According to the MPF, since at least 2016, the shipyard has been operating irregularly, promoting the clandestine extraction of natural resources in the Tarumã-Açu stream region without any type of environmental license.

It is estimated that approximately 1,950 m³ of quartz sand and 8,100 m³ of clay soil were illegally removed, constituting a serious violation of environmental legislation.

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Additionally, the prosecution claims that the company exceeded the limits of the granted operating license, carrying out unauthorized civil works and soil movements.

The original license only allowed activities related to the construction, maintenance, and repair of vessels, meaning specific functions of the shipbuilding industry — without authorization for deforestation or extraction of minerals.

Court Accepts Arguments and Imposes Immediate Suspension

In light of the presented elements, the Federal Court ordered the suspension of economic activities related to the shipyard’s expansion as a precautionary measure.

“”I grant the request for a precautionary measure different from arrest against Eram Estaleiro Rio Amazonas Ltda. and Adalberto Fernandes de Azevedo, to determine the suspension of the exercise of economic activities related to the expansion works carried out by the accused Eram Estaleiro Rio Amazonas Ltda”, wrote the magistrate in the decision.

The action is based on Articles 55, 38, and 60 of Law nº 9.605/98, which addresses environmental crimes, as well as Article 2 of Law nº 8.176/91, concerning the usurpation of union assets.

Shipyard May Face Severe Sanctions

If the allegations are confirmed at the end of the process, the shipyard and its legal representative may face severe penalties, including fines, permanent prohibition of activities, and criminal liability.

The MPF is also evaluating complementary measures for environmental restoration of the affected area.

The Tarumã-Açu region, an important riverine ecosystem in Manaus, suffers from urban and industrial pressures, being constantly monitored by environmental agencies.

The action reinforces the MPF’s position in defense of the environment and responsible use of the natural resources of the Amazon.

The intervention in the shipyard case seeks not only to punish those responsible but also to deter new infractions, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and the protection of public assets of the union.

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