Through an agreement with bank Bradesco, the Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES) is offering a US$ 200 million line of credit. The funds may be used in purchasing Brazilian capital goods.

Survey conducted by Serasa Experian shows 0.8% pickup in Brazilian economic activity in quarter one as against the last quarter of 2011. Decline in exports and investment weighed down on performance.

Brazil has resurfaced over 2,000 kilometres of highways with ecological tarmac, made from recycled tyres, in seven years. Consumption is on the rise, boosted by environmental and performance factors.

Candy manufacturing company already exports to Middle East countries and intends to gain the North African market. Typical Brazilian sweets are successful among the Arabs.