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Bahia advances in the construction of vessels to support the oil and gas sector

Portos e Navios – 07/01/2025 – 20:07

The construction of four RSV vessels by Ocyan S.A., with an investment of R$ 2.7 billion financed by the Merchant Marine Fund (FMM), aims to modernise port infrastructure in Bahia and generate 1,100 jobs. The vessels, designed for the handling and assembly of subsea equipment using ROVs, strengthen the strategic role of the Port of Salvador, which moved 5.5 million tonnes of cargo between January and October 2024, according to Antaq.

The Ministry of Ports and Airports, administrator of the FMM, approved 20 other projects for the naval industry across various states, totalling more than R$ 10 billion in investments and creating 8,800 jobs. In Bahia, in addition to the RSVs, the company Belov will build a barge for inland navigation, with an investment of R$ 24.3 million and the creation of 175 jobs.

Minister Silvio Costa Filho highlighted that the strengthening of the naval industry contributes to economic development, job creation, and the boosting of essential sectors. Furthermore, the sector is considered strategic in the energy transition, with projects involving hybrid engines and vessels powered by sustainable fuels already approved by the FMM, in alignment with the environmental agenda.

With revenue derived from levies on port landings, the FMM allocated more than R$ 30 billion in 2024 and has a portfolio of R$ 42 billion in approved projects. According to Fernando Pimentel, General Coordinator of the Ministry’s Development Department, the fund reduces logistical costs and promotes technological integration, strengthening the naval industry and its connection to global trade chains.

Source: Portos e Navios / BR8

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