The state of Santa Catarina has been standing out on the national stage by adopting a structured and innovative policy for the transportation sector, with special focus on aviation. The creation of an exclusive secretariat for ports, airports and railways marked a turning point in logistics management, ensuring prominence to transport modes historically sidelined within public administration.
One of the main drivers of this advancement was the implementation of fiscal incentives on aviation fuel. With the reduction in ICMS, which can reach up to 1.5%, the state managed to attract airlines, increase competitiveness and stimulate new routes. The impact was direct: the number of international passengers jumped from around 160,000 in 2022 to over 1.2 million in 2025.
Moreover, the growth in air cargo also gained momentum, with operations connecting Santa Catarina to strategic destinations such as Miami and European logistics hubs. The advancement is sustained by technical planning, including the update of the state air transport plan, which had been outdated since the 1980s.
Another highlight is the project to resume regional aviation, with state subsidies to enable low-demand routes. The proposal seeks to reduce logistics inequalities within the state, promoting faster access to essential services and fostering economic development in remote regions.
The Santa Catarina model reinforces that public policies aligned with the productive sector are capable of generating concrete results, positioning the state as a national reference in logistics efficiency and modal integration.
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