BUSINESS RELATIONS AND INVESTMENTS IN BRAZIL: CONSIDERATIONS ABOUT PORT OPERATIONS DURING AND POST-PANDEMIC

Abstract

This article has the general objective of researching commercial relations and investments in port operations during and post-pandemic in Brazil. Specifically, we sought to present trade relations and investments in Brazilian port infrastructure; analyze the situation of the port sector in times of a pandemic; and investigate the challenges for the port sector after the pandemic and its investments. Regarding the methodology, a qualitative, descriptive and exploratory approach was adopted. Therefore, a bibliographic review study was carried out. It was concluded that the Covid-19 pandemic has been causing damage to supply chains since March 2020, providing learning about risk management for companies and about the importance of the role of the State and the important role of the port sector in the face of recovery. post-pandemic economy. Maritime transport and ports are decisive in the recovery of the global economy in the post-pandemic period, but they will only achieve this goal if they are efficient and, for that, they will have to continue investing in infrastructure, transport and technology. The tendency is for the Brazilian port sector to be privatized. Recent bids can generate investments of over 305 million dollars, strengthening operational capacity and port connectivity. positive Brazilian trade and the projection of Brazil as a prominent power in the port sector.