Invest in Paraná
The most innovative state in Brazil
Largest power
generation in Brazil
Largest exporter
of grains in Brazil
2nd port
in general freight movement in Brazil
USD 4.17 billion
in new investments announced in 2019
14,6% increase
in private companies opening
9.1 thousand
new jobs since January (26,6% on the national index)
World reference
in agrotechnology
USD 23.2 billion
on credits, incentives and working capital financing for enterprises
10,3%
of industrial growth over the past year
1st
in Brazil on industrial outputs in 2019
Ports
The port complex of Paraná is the most efficient in Brazil per linear meter of quay. In addition, the port of Paranaguá is the leading exporter of vegetable oil and frozen chicken, and importer of barley and fertilizer.
Among the main distinctions in the port complex of Paraná there is the grain shipping model in a pool system, unique in Brazil, and the fact that the cargo can be shipped simultaneously in the three docking berths exclusively for bulk cargoes.
Infrasctructure
Regarding infrastructure, Paraná State has opportunities in railroads and highways, with a new concession of 2,100km of highways, in addition to the 2,500km that already operate under a concession regime.
There is also the construction of a new bridge in the coastal city of Guaratuba, and the administrative concession of hospitals and correctional facilities.
Tourism
With 14 tourist regions, Paraná has a huge potential to further develop the tourism sector. With abundant natural and cultural resources, and a diversified gastronomy, it is also the state where Iguaçu National Park is located, with the largest waterfall system in the world.
In addition, Paraná has the public parks of Vila Velha (Ponta Grossa), Monge (Lapa) and Guartelá (Tibagi), which will operate under a concession regime.
Water and Sanitation
Paraná Sanitation Company, SANEPAR, provides sanitary services and is responsible for the supply of treated water in Paraná State. Founded in 1963, currently operates 166 water treatment plants; 1,179 wells; 246 sewage treatment plants; and 3 landfills.
Energy
COPEL is the energy company of Paraná State. Running one of the largest electric power system in Brazil, COPEL generates, transmits, distributes and trades electric energy, and also provides telecommunication services through COPEL TELECOM.
COMPAGAS is the gas company of Paraná State. Responsible for the distribution of natural gas, COMPAGAS serves customers in the residential, commercial, industrial and vehicular segments.
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