Antônio Roso Takes Part in the Competitiveness Forum in Passo Fundo

Published on July 15, 2026

Metasa's founder, Antônio Roso, was one of the panelists in the debate on

"Infrastructure, Energy and Competitiveness for the Development of the Northern Region,"

alongside Jerônimo Goergen, president of Aprobio, and Cristiano Rickmann, representing

Sulgás, moderated by journalist Zulmara Colussi.

During the debate, Mr. Roso emphasized that the productive potential of northern and northwestern

Rio Grande do Sul depends on structural investments to increase its competitiveness. According to

him, the limitations of the road network directly affect the transportation of the region's agricultural

and industrial output.

Among the proposals presented, Metasa's founder advocated expanding

rail infrastructure, suggesting a railroad linking Santa Rosa to the

future Porto Meridional in Arroio do Sal. According to Roso, the connection would make it possible to

transport production from northern and northwestern Rio Grande do Sul to the coast at lower cost and with greater

efficiency. The business leader also discussed the outlook for Porto Meridional,

highlighting the expectation that environmental licensing will be completed this year and

construction will begin in 2027.

The event was also attended by the mayor of Marau, Naura Bordignon, and was

closed by the lieutenant governor of Rio Grande do Sul, Gabriel Souza, who presented the

state government's view of the challenges and opportunities for economic

development, innovation and regional growth.

Moments like this strengthen dialogue, innovation and the commitment to the

sustainable development of our region.

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