Infrastructure portfolio provides for R$160 billion in ports, airports, and waterways through 2030

The Ministry of Ports and Airports presented a project portfolio providing for approximately R$160 billion in investments and initiatives for ports, airports, and waterways between 2027 and 2030. The estimate was announced by Minister Tomé Franca during the 2026 National PPP and Concessions Forum, held in Brasília.

In the port sector, the program includes 34 auctions, with estimated investments of R$20.6 billion. It also provides for 70 authorizations for private-sector projects, with the potential to mobilize another R$33 billion.

The ministry also reported that a new round of port auctions is scheduled for December 9, involving the ports of Salvador, in Bahia, Itaqui, in Maranhão, and Mucuripe, in Ceará. According to the minister, 29 port auctions have already been held under the current administration.

The portfolio for the period also includes waterway works and projects intended to expand and modernize regional airports. Implementation of the initiatives still depends on progress in studies, contract structuring, and dialogue with the market.

During the event, Tomé Franca defended private-sector participation in executing the projects, together with balanced contracts, predictable rules, and legal certainty. The minister also emphasized the need for infrastructure projects to continue across different administrations.

The 2026 National PPP and Concessions Forum was held on November 10 and 11 in Brasília, with the participation of government officials, investors, financial institutions, and experts. The event marked the tenth anniversary of the Investment Partnerships Program and discussed topics such as financing, risk management, and concessions.

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MPOR — https://www.gov.br/portos-e-aeroportos/pt-br/assuntos/noticias/2026/11/novo-ciclo-de-investimentos-preve-r-160-bilhoes-para-portos-aeroportos-e-hidrovias