Brazil Plans R$160 Billion in New Port, Airport and Waterway Investments Through 2030

Brazil’s Minister of Ports and Airports, Tomé Franca, highlighted plans on Tuesday (Nov. 10) for approximately R$160 billion in infrastructure investment in Brazil’s port, airport and inland waterway sectors between 2027 and 2030. The project portfolio was presented during the 2026 National Forum on Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and Concessions, held in Brasília, which brings together public- and private-sector representatives to discuss infrastructure investment across the country.

During the event, Franca advocated partnerships with the private sector as a way to increase investment and improve public services. He said these partnerships must be supported by balanced contracts, predictable rules and legal certainty, while maintaining the government’s role in overseeing and monitoring projects.

“Partnerships with the private sector play an important role in this effort. They mobilize resources, bring technical expertise and have the capacity to execute projects more quickly,” he said.

Infrastructure Investment in Brazil: Project Portfolio

For the 2027–2030 period, the Ministry of Ports and Airports is preparing a portfolio of projects covering all three transportation sectors.

In the port sector, 34 auctions are planned, with estimated investments of R$20.6 billion, along with 70 authorizations for private-sector developments that could mobilize another R$33 billion. During his speech, Franca noted that 29 port auctions have already been held under the current administration and confirmed a new round for December 9, covering the ports of Salvador, in Bahia; Itaqui, in Maranhão; and Mucuripe, in Ceará.

The portfolio also includes inland waterway infrastructure projects and initiatives to expand and modernize regional airports.

The minister emphasized that the R$160 billion projected for infrastructure investment in Brazil covers planned investments and initiatives aimed at developing the sector. For the projects to move forward, further work will be needed on studies, contract structuring and engagement with the market.

Franca also called for infrastructure projects to continue across successive administrations. Discussing long-term planning, he noted that many projects are started under one administration and completed under another.

The minister acknowledged the contributions of Silvio Costa Filho and Márcio França, his predecessors at the ministry, recognizing the importance of work carried out under previous administrations. “We deliver projects that were planned by our predecessors, and we plan projects that will be delivered by our successors. That is why we increasingly need to be less attached to our own projects and instead think about Brazil and long-term infrastructure development,” he said.

As he concluded his remarks, the minister reiterated the importance of maintaining investment and delivering results for the public. “Well-structured partnerships strengthen the state’s ability to expand infrastructure, improve services and connect regions that still need more opportunities,” he said.

The 2026 National Forum on PPPs and Concessions is taking place on November 10–11 in Brasília and marks the 10th anniversary of Brazil’s Investment Partnerships Program (PPI). The event brings together government officials, investors, financial institutions and specialists to discuss project financing, legal certainty, risk management and other issues related to concessions and public-private partnerships in Brazil.

Source: MPOR

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