It’s news: Porto do Açu Project receives international seal of approval from PIANC
🔗 Original source of the news: Porto do Açu – Study on dredging recognized with PIANC International seal A research, development, and innovation (RD&I) project carried out at the Porto do Açu has been internationally recognized by PIANC (Permanent International Association of Navigation Congresses) with the Supporter of Working with Nature seal. The certification […]
Signing ceremony for the MoU with Repsol Sinopec Brasil
In yet another concrete step toward energy transition, the Porto do Açu celebrated the signing of a strategic agreement with Repsol Sinopec Brasil to develop studies on capturing carbon dioxide (CO₂) directly from the atmosphere and converting it into renewable fuel for use in ships. The ceremony formalized the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding […]
Cais Açu Lab is featured in InovaPortos 2025
In this edition of InovaPortos, the Innovation Manager at the Porto do Açu, Juliane Castro Carneiro, participated in the panel “Collaboration that transforms: The role of innovation hubs in the future of ports,” alongside Cesar Viegas (Innovation Manager – SEBRAE) and Paulo Freire (Operations Manager – Vale), moderated by Raul Lamarca (Hub Livre). The […]
Porto do Açu and Repsol Sinopec Brasil sign agreement for technical study on the use of CO2 in sustainable fuels for shipping
The Porto do Açu and Repsol Sinopec Brasil have signed a technical cooperation agreement aimed at developing decarbonization solutions in the maritime and port sectors. The initiative involves studying technologies that enable the direct capture of carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air and its conversion into low-carbon renewable fuels, with potential applications in shipping and […]
MARAI Water Drop IoT Technology Implemented in Environmental Monitoring at Caruara Reserve
The “Water Drop MARAI” IoT technology, certified with the Green Seal by the Chico Mendes Institute, is being used in environmental monitoring at the Caruara Reserve, located in São João da Barra, RJ, an area of great ecological importance. This initiative is made possible by the collaboration between Cais Açu Lab and the startup […]
Free pre-acceleration program
Registration is now open for the StarTEC Ingite program, with the Wadhwani Foundation, an international foundation that supports university entrepreneurship. Come live the dream of entrepreneurship and build a startup from scratch! ⚡ What do I need to apply? You must be over 18 years of age and have a business idea to […]
Innovation Protagonist Award
Porto do Açu stands out with achievements in innovation and sustainability in 2024 Porto do Açu, through its innovation ecosystem, Cais Açu Lab, ends 2024 with important recognition on the national and international scene. In total, it received five awards, highlighting cases of digital transformation, open innovation strategies, and research and development (R&D) projects. […]
Cais Açu Lab wins 1st place in the ANTAQ 2024 Award!
We are delighted to announce that, on November 26, 2024, Cais Açu Lab (Collective for Innovation and Sustainability) was awarded first place in the Innovative Initiatives category during the ANTAQ 2024 Awards, promoted by the National Waterway Transportation Agency (ANTAQ). This achievement represents recognition of the Port of Açu’s innovation strategy, consolidating Cais Açu […]
Cais Açu Lab Project Receives National Recognition for Innovation at the INOVATIVOS 2024 Awards
It is with great satisfaction that Cais Açu Lab and the Port of Açu won third place in the Port Operations and Management category of the INOVATIVOS 2024 Award, one of the most important digital innovation events. The recognition was given to the Digital Twins for Nautical Buoys case, an innovative project that highlights the […]
PhDsoft models the infrastructure of the Port of Açu with Digital Twins
PhDsoft, a global engineering and technology company, is developing infrastructure asset modeling for the Multicargo Terminal (T-MULT) at the Port of Açu, creating digital twins (simulation of structures to promote advanced analysis). The modeling is part of a project funded by Finep. In addition to T-MULT equipment and assets, including the Terminal’s mooring pier, […]