Suape Opens Public Consultation for Lease of SUA08 Terminal

The Suape Port Industrial Complex, in the Brazilian state of Pernambuco, opened a public consultation on the proposed lease of the SUA08 area, intended for the handling and storage of general and containerized cargo. The move is part of the port's strategy to develop new business and attract private investment.

The area under consultation covers approximately 51,000 square meters. Datamar News and Portal Portuario reported that the project involves an estimated investment of R$1.4 billion, equivalent to about USD 262.5 million according to Portal Portuario. Port Technology, meanwhile, noted that this figure corresponds to the total estimated contract value (R$1.4 billion, about USD 258.6 million), while the actual projected investment would be around R$110 million (USD 20.3 million).

According to the port authority, the consultation and public hearing are preparatory steps ahead of the future tender process, aimed at ensuring transparency and allowing participation by investors, port industry representatives and other stakeholders.

The public hearing was held on October 27 at 2:00 p.m. in the auditorium of the Suape Administrative Center, in Ipojuca, in hybrid format, with in-person and virtual participation and a live broadcast on the port authority's official YouTube channel. Those wishing to speak had to register in advance, and written contributions and suggestions can be submitted until October 30, 2026 through an online form available on Suape's website.