R$ 589 Million Investment Accelerates Expansion of the Port of Paranaguá (PR) and Increases Capacity to 2 Million Tons of Liquid Bulk Per Year

Liquipar Operações Portuárias officially announced on Tuesday (24) a R$ 589 million investment for the expansion of Terminal PAR50, located at the Port of Paranaguá (PR). The investment plan includes the construction of a new pier, dredging of the waterway access area, expansion of the tank farm, and a complete modernization of operational systems. Once completed, the terminal’s capacity will increase to 2 million tons per year of liquid bulk, positioning Paranaguá as one of the country’s leading logistics hubs for the handling of fuels, chemicals, vegetable oils, and agricultural inputs.

“This investment reinforces our commitment to Brazil’s logistics development. We are creating jobs, strengthening state infrastructure, and contributing to the regional economy. Paranaguá is establishing itself as a national strategic hub for liquid bulk supply,” said Juliano Antunes, CEO of Liquipar.

The ceremony, held at the terminal itself, was attended by the Mayor of Paranaguá, Adriano Ramos, and Liquipar CEO Juliano Antunes, who symbolically signed a commitment to begin the municipal licensing process.

Job Creation and Socioeconomic Impact
The expansion is expected to generate around 500 direct and indirect jobs during the construction phase, along with dozens of permanent positions once the new operations begin. The impact goes beyond employment, boosting the local economy, strengthening regional businesses, and increasing municipal revenue.

Since assuming management of Terminal PAR50 in March 2024, Liquipar has already invested R$33.7 million in the structural recovery of the former Alcopar terminal, as well as in operational improvements and enhanced safety measures. An additional R$ 7 million has been paid in grants and fees to the port authority. Another R$ 25 million is earmarked for the modernization of the chemical terminal previously operated by União-Vopak.

Currently, Liquipar offers the market 38,000 m³ of installed capacity for flammable liquids and fuels. Soon, a new structure dedicated to storing non-flammable liquids will be operational, adding another 32,000 m³ and expanding the company’s logistics portfolio.

More Efficient Regulatory Environment
During the ceremony, Mayor Adriano Ramos officially announced the elimination of the Termo de Anuência Prévia (TAP), a measure that reduces bureaucracy for new investments in the municipality.
“Eliminating the TAP is a significant step forward in improving the business environment. Paranaguá is now more competitive, secure, and attractive to investors,” the mayor stated.

Preparing to Meet Growing Demand
The Port of Paranaguá has been showing consistent growth in liquid bulk handling in recent years. Liquipar’s investment directly responds to this trend, focusing on technology, efficiency, and safety.
“Our terminal is ready to meet the growing national demand for fuels, vegetable oils, chemicals, and fertilizers. We operate with cutting-edge technology, modern processes, and strict operational safety standards,” Antunes emphasized.

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