Arab giant acquires Brazilian grain terminals for $500 million

AD Ports Group, a state-owned company in the United Arab Emirates, has signed an agreement to acquire “CLI – Corredor Logística e Infraestrutura“. The value of the deal is approximately US$500 million.

The terminals being acquired are of strategic importance to Brazil’s agricultural exports. In 2025, around 17 million tonnes of agricultural produce were handled through them, whilst the company’s revenue amounted to US$178 million.

Brazil is the world’s largest exporter of soya beans and one of the largest suppliers of maize. The country’s 2024–2025 is forecast to be a record harvest – around 322 million tonnes, including approximately 166 million tonnes of soya beans and nearly 120 million tonnes of maize. Such volumes further highlight the importance of modern port infrastructure.

Through this transaction, AD Ports Group is strengthening its position in the global agricultural logistics market and seeking to secure long-term access to one of the world’s most important grain export corridors. According to experts, investment in Brazilian ports could further strengthen the country’s competitiveness in the global trade in grain and oilseeds.