Chinese state-owned companies have invested more than R$280 billion in infrastructure in Brazil, with a focus on energy and transportation.

State Grid is the main investor in electrical infrastructure in Brazil. The company plans to invest R$28.4 billion in CPFL (Companhia Paulista de Força e Luz) by 2028 and another R$18.1 billion in the construction of an ultra-high voltage line between Maranhão and Goiás. In addition, State Grid plans to invest another R$150 billion in Brazil, with a focus on expanding existing transmission lines and new generation projects, prioritizing renewable sources.

CTG (Companhia Três Gorgas), which already has 17 hydroelectric plants in the country, will invest R$6.4 billion in new wind and solar plants.

In addition, CRRC (China Railway Construction Corporation) has been awarded a concession to build the São Paulo-Campinas Intercity Train, with an investment of R$14.6 billion. The company will also build the Salvador-Itaparica bridge in Bahia, in cooperation with CCCC (China Communications Construction Corporation).

(Source: Jornal de Leopoldina Cerqueiras Notícias, on August 22)