Vast begins tank farm construction at TLA to expand Brazil’s marine fuel infrastructure

In Brazil, on August 28, Vast Infraestrutura announced the start of construction on a new 40,000-cubic-meter tank farm at the Terminal de Líquidos do Açu, a facility it has operated since October 2024 in the state of Rio de Janeiro. Backed by R$250 million in investment, the project will support expanded handling and storage of marine fuels, lubricants, chemicals, and biofuels, with operations expected in the final quarter of 2026.

The terminal currently transships and supplies marine gas oil and hydrotreated vegetable oil. The new tank farm is intended to position TLA as a key hub for Very Low Sulfur Fuel Oil, light petroleum products, and alternative fuels including biodiesel and renewable blends. The project is part of Vast’s broader strategy to diversify business operations and strengthen logistics infrastructure for liquid cargoes in Brazil.

Once completed, the expansion is expected to reinforce Vast Infraestrutura’s strategic role in Brazil’s port sector while aligning with national objectives for cleaner fuel distribution and increased capacity for energy exports. The tank farm also supports ongoing efforts to modernize Açu Port’s industrial footprint and develop a multi-user energy corridor.

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