UPCOMING EVENT
As part of the Brazil: Rail Transit Modernization Technologies Reverse Trade Mission, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) will host a business briefing for U.S. companies to learn about opportunities in Brazil’s growing rail transit sector. The event will include presentations by decision-makers from Brazil’s leading rail transit organizations, a networking lunch and an opportunity to meet one-on-one with the delegates.
Tuatara Group is organizing the business briefing and the reverse trade mission on behalf of USTDA.
Meeting with the delegation in Miami, FL, New York, NY or Washington, DC: For more information about hosting or arranging a private meeting with the delegation during their stay in the United States (April 14 - 24, 2024 with stops in Miami, FL, New York, NY and Washington, DC), contact Pamela Peseux at +1.301.335.1725 or by email at peseux@tuataragroup.com.
BUSINESS BRIEFING
Learn About Opportunities in Brazil's
Rail Transit Sector
As part of the Brazil: Rail Transit Modernization Technologies Reverse Trade Mission, USTDA is hosting a business briefing for U.S. companies on April 23, 2024 at the USTDA Business Center. Attendees will learn about upcoming projects and initiatives and have the opportunity to meet with the delegates.
Agenda - April 23, 2024
9:00 Registration
9:30 Welcome and Introductions
9:45 Delegate Presentations
11:00 Networking Break
11:15 Delegation Presentations
12:30 Networking Lunch
1:30 One-on-One Meetings
Attend the Business Briefing to:
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Learn about upcoming opportunities in Brazil's rail transit sector
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Form new business partnerships
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Showcase your company's expertise
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Meet with the Brazilian decision-makers
REGISTRATION
Business Briefing:
Opportunities in Brazil's Rail Transit Sector
April 23, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. EDT
The Business Briefing will be held at USTDA in its Business Center on the 10th Floor.
U.S. Trade and Development Agency
1101 Wilson Blvd.
Suite 1000
Arlington, VA 22209
There is no cost to attend, but advance registration is required.
Register Here
Attendance at this event is limited to U.S. and Brazilian individuals, firms, or consultants as defined by USTDA’s Nationality Source and Origin Requirements available on USTDA’s website at www.USTDA.gov.
BACKGROUND
Brazil’s passenger rail network consists of 47 lines, more than 5,320 train cars, 627 stations, and nearly 700 miles of track committed to passenger operations. At its pre-pandemic peak, Brazil's rail transit systems were transporting more than 10 million passengers per day.
Rail transit volumes continue to climb following the COVID-19 pandemic and state governments are working to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by providing public transport alternatives to curb the use of private vehicles. Brazil's new National Railway Plan is putting new focus on passenger systems.
Brazil's rail transit networks are seeking operational efficiencies, while also striving to improve safety, expand their transportation networks, and reduce the use of fossil fuels to power and propel trains.
Although rail is already one of the cleanest modes of transportation, opportunities abound to further decarbonize and build resilience in the sector.
Focus areas for the delegation include:
• Connectivity
• Safety and signaling
• Cybersecurity
• Predictive analytics
• Enterprise asset management
• Energy efficiency and recovery
• Distributed generation and power systems
• Electronic payment systems
• Passenger experience solutions
• Multi-modal transit hub integration
• Financing options
• Maintenance equipment
• Perimeter security
• Spare parts/components
• Origin-Destination (O-D) System
DELEGATION
The delegation will include ten decision-makers from the Brazilian rail transit sector. Representatives from the following organizations are expected to participate:
Joubert Flores
Chairman
ANPTrilhos (National Association
of Passenger Rail Operators)
Flavio Polizelli
Executive Advisor
CPTM
Leonardo Valentini
Executive Engineering Manager
Grupo CCR /ViaMobilidade
Alex Ono
Procurement Consultant
Grupo CCR ViaQuatro
Daniel Loureiro
Operations Director
Linha Universidade – Linha 6
Handerson Cabral
CEO
Metrô-DF
Fábio Siqueira
Technical Advisor to the CEO
Metrô de São Paulo
Plinio Saboya
CEO
Metrofor
Diego Garcia
Senior Strategy Manager
MetrôRio
Jonas Mengue
Head of the Innovation and Technology System
Projects Sector
Trensurb
ABOUT USTDA
The U.S. Trade and Development Agency helps companies create U.S. jobs through the export of U.S. goods and services for priority infrastructure projects in emerging economies. USTDA links U.S. businesses to export opportunities by funding project preparation and partnership-building activities that develop sustainable infrastructure and foster economic growth in partner countries.
USTDA achieves its mission by funding feasibility studies, technical assistance and pilot projects that integrate U.S. private sector innovation into infrastructure projects at the critical early stages when design choices and technology options are determined. The Agency also connects overseas project sponsors with U.S. partners through its reverse trade missions, industry conferences and expert workshops
U.S. Trade and Development Agency
1101 Wilson Boulevard
Suite 1100
Arlington, VA 22209
Phone: +1-703-875-4357