Exclusive/MBC: uncertainties in maritime policy threaten R$ 27.7 billion and the advancement of decarbonization

By Luiz Araújo The gaps in the regulation of the BR do Mar may delay logistics gains of up to R$ 27.7 billion over ten years. The observation is part of the technical note from the Brazil Cost Observatory, obtained exclusively by Broadcast. According to the document prepared by the Brazil Competitive Movement (MBC), the lack of clear definitions in the federal program also compromises the reduction of emissions in the transport sector. The regulation of the BR do Mar was published in July through a decree. The Observatory states, however, that there are still gaps in topics such as long-term contracts, criteria for the sustainability of vessels, and authorizations for new operations. The program creates incentives for cabotage, which is the navigation between Brazilian ports. "The decree is an important step, but there is a lack of regulatory security to transform this potential into real gains. Without clarity in the rules, the country runs the risk of continuing to be stuck in a costly, congested, and high-impact model..."