AD Ports Group, a logistics and infrastructure conglomerate based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, announced this week the completion of an agreement for the acquisition of CLI, a Brazilian port operator responsible for strategic assets focused on the movement of agricultural commodities.
The transaction, valued at approximately R$ 4.2 billion, represents one of the largest recent foreign investments in national port infrastructure and reinforces international interest in Brazil's logistics potential.
With the acquisition, the Arab group gains control of relevant operations at the ports of Santos, in São Paulo, and Itaqui, in Maranhão, two of the main export corridors for Brazilian agribusiness. The assets play a fundamental role in the flow of grain, meal and other agricultural cargo destined for international markets.
The move strengthens AD Ports Group's global strategy to expand its presence in markets considered strategic for international trade. Brazil, one of the world's largest exporters of agricultural commodities, is among the company's main expansion targets in Latin America.
Experts assess that the entry of new international investors in the sector tends to drive modernization of Brazilian logistics infrastructure, contributing to operational efficiency gains, expanded cargo handling capacity and increased competitiveness of national ports.
Beyond the economic impact, the transaction reinforces the relevance of Santos and Itaqui ports as fundamental logistics hubs for the country's export chain. The expectation is that new investments will be made to expand operational capacity and improve services offered to shippers.
The announcement of the acquisition comes at a time of growing global interest in logistics infrastructure assets, especially those linked to agribusiness, a segment that continues to record strong demand in international markets.
Newsroom Note
The article published by Jornal Portuário was prepared based on information released by specialized sector outlets. The newsroom informs that it has contacted the communications departments of the companies involved and awaits an official statement to confirm the details of the acquisition transaction. Once the parties respond, the content will be updated with official information.
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