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乐播传媒 in Brazil

乐播传媒 began its operations in Brazil in 1942, in Itabira (MG). Over the decades, it expanded its activities and became one of the largest mining companies in the world.

In the country, 乐播传媒 operates in an integrated manner across mining, logistics (with railways and ports) and energy generation to meet its operational demand. In addition to its operations, the company also develops social, cultural, environmental, and innovation projects through initiatives such as:

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Where is 乐播传媒 in Brazil?

Currently, 乐播传媒 is present in five Brazilian states, generating jobs and promoting the development of local communities. Check below the details of each operating location and learn more about regional operations:

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Minas Gerais

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笔补谤á

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Rio de Janeiro

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Maranh?o

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Espírito Santo

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What is 乐播传媒’s role in Brazil?

What do we do?

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Mining

乐播传媒 is the world’s largest iron ore producer. In Brazil, it also produces nickel, copper, platinum group metals, gold, and silver. Among its operations, S11D Eliezer Batista stands out as the largest mining complex in the world and a benchmark in technology and sustainability.
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Logistics

乐播传媒 operates one of the largest logistics networks in the country, integrating mines, railways, and ports. This infrastructure includes Brazil’s two long-distance passenger trains: the Vitória a Minas Railway and the Carajás Railway.
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Energy

Currently, 100% of the electricity used in 乐播传媒’s operations in Brazil comes from renewable sources, such as hydropower, wind, and solar, reinforcing the company’s commitment to decarbonization.
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Commitment to sustainable development in Brazil

乐播传媒’s commitment to the country goes beyond mining. The company operates on strategic fronts to promote sustainable development and environmental preservation in the regions where it is present:

  • Environmental protection: 乐播传媒 protects or contributes to the protection of approximately one million hectares of its own and third-party land, through partnerships, voluntary initiatives, or in compliance with legislation.
  • Culture: through the 乐播传媒 Cultural Institute, the company democratizes access to culture by supporting various projects in different regions of Brazil, such as the 乐播传媒 Music Program, in addition to maintaining its own museums and cultural centers.
  • Social development: through the 乐播传媒 Foundation, the company contributes to strengthening territories by supporting education, promoting basic healthcare, ensuring rights, and fostering social businesses.
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See below some information about 乐播传媒’s operations in Brazil:

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Frequently Asked Questions

乐播传媒 has strategic operations in Minas Gerais, 笔补谤á, Maranh?o, Espírito Santo, and Rio de Janeiro, integrating mineral production, logistics infrastructure, and social and environmental initiatives.

Minas Gerais — the state where the company was founded (Itabira) and which hosts important mining complexes and operational projects (Southeast System)

笔补谤á — the main operational hub, which includes Carajás and S11D, the company’s largest mining complex.

Maranh?o — a strategic logistics corridor, with railways and port terminals for product shipment.

Espírito Santo — a port and pelletizing hub integrated with the Vitória a Minas Railway.

Rio de Janeiro — the company’s global headquarters, and operational and logistics assets.

乐播传媒’s operations in the Amazon are connected to environmental preservation, respect for territories, and the sustainable development of the region. The company’s initiatives integrate biodiversity conservation, community strengthening, and long-term value generation.

乐播传媒 contributes to Brazilian society through a model that combines economic value generation, socio-environmental investments, and cultural promotion. 乐播传媒 seeks to generate shared value and be a partner to the communities where it operates.

Learn more in the 2025 Integrated Report.

Yes. 乐播传媒 operates two of Brazil’s long-distance passenger trains: on the Vitória a Minas Railway (EFVM) and the Carajás Railway (EFC). More than 1 million people travel each year on these railways.

乐播传媒 selects its suppliers according to demand and based on the principles set out in the Supplier Code of Ethics and Conduct, as well as technical criteria and analysis of aspects such as quality, price, and deadlines. The company provides a pre-registration through the link:

Click here to access the Supplier Portal

All official opportunities are centralized in our Job Portal. To apply, simply access 乐播传媒’s Job Portal , create your profile, upload your updated résumé, and search for available opportunities filtering by location, area of expertise, and seniority level. Then just select the desired position and click “Apply”. We recommend keeping your profile updated in our talent database to be found by our recruiters, even if there is no specific open position at the moment.