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Tania Kramm da Costa, Ostrich Cosmeticos (Mato Grosso)
The main benefits of ostrich oil include the presence of the omega 3, 6 and 9 fatty acids which are proven to be really good for the skin. Ostrich Cosmeticos products combine ostrich and Amazonian oils, thereby making their products even more valuable for their customers. The company is currently present in Brazil and also in Germany, Austria, the US and Saudi Arabia. The goal is to export about 50 to 60% of the cosmetics production.

Brazil Industry Interviews

Industry in Northeast Brazil: Alagoas Industrial Sector

December 17, 2012

José Carlos Lyra de Andrade, President of FIEA (Alagoas State Federation of Industries)
The President of FIEA, José Carlos Lyra de Andrade, talks about the industry sector in Alagoas, mentioning the importance of the sector for the state’s economy, the potentials and challenges of the industry, and also some investment opportunities.

Northeast Brazil: Alagoas Attracting Investments and Tourism

December 17, 2012

Rui França, State Secretary of Communication
Alagoas State Secretary of Communication, Rui França, talks about the national and international image of the Northeastern Brazilian State. He also mentions some of the actions being taken to improve this image and attract more tourists and investors.

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Northeast Brazil: Introduction of Alagoas by Governor Teotonio Brandão Vilela Filho

December 17, 2012

Teotonio Brandão Vilela Filho, Governor of Alagoas
The Governor of Alagoas, Teotonio Brandão Vilela Filho, introduces the Northeastern Brazilian State, mentioning its history, economy, potentials, challenges, areas of development and investment opportunities.

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Fika Frio: Fruit Processing for Ice Cream and Pulp in Alagoas

December 17, 2012

Alberto Cabús, Director of Fika Frio, presents his company specialized in fruit processing for ice cream and pulp production. He also mentions the importance of sustainability in his industrial process and vision for the future.

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Economic Development in Alagoas: Exclusive Interview with Secretary Luiz Otávio Gomes

December 17, 2012

Luiz Otávio Gomes Silva, State Secretary of Economic Development and Planning
Alagoas’ State Secretary of Economic Development and Planning, Luiz Otávio Gomes Silva, presents the State of Alagoas, mentioning its main economic sectors, potentials, challenges and investment opportunities.

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Industrial Contracting in Alagoas: Reinforced Plastic Equipments

December 14, 2012

Manuel Marques, President of Joplas, Glastec and Tecfibra
Joplas, Glastec and Tecfibra are companies that have been acting in the plastic industry sector for years. The companies provide pipes, tubes, reinforced plastic equipments for industrial applications and industrial assembly. Manuel Marques presents the companies and talks about the market, his plans for the future and the competition.

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Brazil: Transportation Sector Analysis

December 7, 2012

Brazil suffers from a slow development and is subject to strong regional differences in terms of transport infrastructure. The country’s fast growing economy and upcoming events, such as the World Cup in 2014 and the Olympics in 2016, are placing increasing demands on the transportation system.