Your support helps make our show possible and unlocks access to our sponsor-free feed Brazil — Several tons of fish have died along one of the main rivers in Brazil's Sao Paulo state after an alleged illegal dumping of industrial waste from a sugar and ethanol plant environmental authorities and prosecutors said Wednesday A preliminary analysis estimates that between 10 and 20 tons of fish died on the Piracicaba River in southeastern Brazil Sao Paulo's prosecutors said in a statement The initial investigation points to an "irregular discharge of wastewater" from Estiva's Sao Jose plant in the community of Rio das Pedras and it reached a stream that flows into the Piracicaba River didn't respond to several AP requests for comment "It will take years for the environment to recover," said Adriano Queiroz director of licensing at Sao Paulo's environmental agency Due to the number of fish killed and the variety of species affected The Piracicaba River crosses a protected area named Tanqua that has been dubbed Sao Paulo's mini-Pantanal after the tropical wetlands famous for abundant wildlife and dazzling natural scenes Its basin covers an area of 12,531 square kilometers a carpet of floating fish corpses covered the waterway "This sad environmental disaster has moved everyone because of the seriousness and extent of the impacts," prosecutors said adding that the situation of the fishermen and the local community is also "very worrying." Prosecutors have requested a full report into conditions of the water and are waiting for further technical information before taking the next steps regarding civil and criminal liability Police are investigating to determine if an environmental crime was committed Sao Paulo's secretary for public security said in a statement first received reports of the mass die-off and strong odor emanating from the river on July 7 the agency asked the Salto Grande hydroelectric power plant to increase the amount of water released to dilute the pollution data showed an increase in the amount of dissolved oxygen favoring conditions for survival of the fish But reports emerged of another mass die-off in Tanqua about 60 kilometers (37 miles) from the city of Piracicaba where news of dead fish first emerged The Piracicaba River runs through one of the oldest regions of occupation of Sao Paulo state and was used as a navigation route for small steamers and supplied water for sugar cane and coffee farms according to the country's national statistics agency A severe drought in the Amazon also killed huge quantities of fish last year Become an NPR sponsor Jupiter Gold aims to expand its mineral portfolio with the addition of Apollo Resources' iron ore mine in Brazil Brazilian mineral exploration company Jupiter Gold has signed a merger agreement with Apollo Resources which is expected to close by the end of the forth quarter (Q4) Apollo Resources will be merged with the surviving entity Jupiter Gold Apollo Resources shareholders will receive 59.4% of Jupiter Gold’s securities in exchange for their holdings The merger brings together Jupiter Gold’s operational expertise and Apollo Resources’ flagship iron ore project in the Iron Quadrangle region of Minas Gerais Geological exploration conducted across approximately 23ha of the project property identified 7.85mt of iron ore at an average grade of 31.53% Spread over 260ha of the Rio Piracicaba property the project has also received a ten-year renewable licence for open-pit mining and basic dry processing operations from the state of Minas Gerais Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis conducted by SGS-Geosol laboratory in Vespasiano have indicated that the iron ore at Rio Piracicaba can be processed to a premium commercial product level The project’s technical report summary was prepared under Regulation S-K guidelines and filed with the SEC by Apollo Resources’ shareholder Atlas Lithium Apollo Resources holds mineral rights for various substances including rare earths These greenfield properties expand Jupiter Gold’s mineral portfolio offering the company further exploration and development opportunities post-merger RPM Global Holdings provided independent advice for the merger evaluated by a special committee of Jupiter Gold’s Board of Directors Law firms DLA Piper and Seward and Kissel provided legal representation for the transaction Give your business an edge with our leading industry insights View all newsletters from across the GlobalData Media network The dates displayed for an article provide information on when various publication milestones were reached at the journal that has published the article activities on preceding journals at which the article was previously under consideration are not shown (for instance submission International Journal of Biological MacromoleculesCitation Excerpt :Though potentially the passage of OH ions hindered due to strong competition and the presence of inhibitors demonstrated the composites of CS‑carbon modified by FeCl3 displayed the elimination efficiency of phosphate and nitrate that is 97.5 % in contrast to the 66.7 % and 36.4 % observed in the raw CS‑carbon composites These findings indicate that the addition of FeCl3 significantly enhances the ability to adsorb substances All content on this site: Copyright © 2025 Elsevier B.V. "Vale considers the seasonal impact of the rainy season in all operations and therefore reiterates its iron ore production guidance of 320-335Mt for 2022," Vale said Vale said it had partially resumed its operations in Minas Gerais after it advised the market on January 10 that the rainfall had led to the suspension of rail shipments the trains transit on the Estrada de Ferro Vitória a Minas railway has been resumed on the Rio Piracicaba-João Monlevade stretch thus allowing the gradual expedition of Brucutu and Mariana complex's production," Vale said noting that there are no longer production sites halted in this system due to the rains which is responsible for general cargo transportation and logistic alternatives are being evaluated for the definitive resumption of the branch line and for the expedition of general cargo while the branch line remains halted," the company said about half of the capacity of the Southern System was gradually resumed over recent days while more capacity will be brought back online in the coming days Rains and labour shortage hit Rio production each focused on a key discussion point for the mining sector brought to you by the Mining Journal Intelligence team priorities and preferences of 130+ mining investors and top factors influencing investment decisions in 2025 A detailed analysis of mining investment risks across 117 jurisdictions globally assessed across six risk categories and an industrywide survey The ESG Mining Company Index report provides an in-depth evaluation of ESG performance of 61 of the world's largest mining companies it assesses each company across 9 meticulously weighted indicators within 6 essential pillars Gain insights into decarbonisation trends and strategies from interviews with 20+ top mining executives and experts plus an industrywide survey Aspermont Media is a company registered in England and Wales that practices sustainable mining in the countries where we are present We exist to improve life and transform the future We extract ore and transport it through a a complete logistics chain we prioritize the safety of people and the environment Click on the states below to learn more about our performance in each location We value individual talent and seek to be more diverse and inclusive acting with respect and practicing open dialogue we receive a new opportunity to transform our work environment and the world we live in Access the page Opportunities for professionals Our recruitment process has been changing and is in line with the cultural transformation we are going through Access the job vacancies portal and come be part of this history Access the page Opportunities for students Have you ever thought about starting your professional life at a company that invests in people and in a transparent and inclusive work environment Get to know our Internship and Professional Training Program.​ We work with transparency for those who already invest with us or are thinking of becoming part of our investor base Access the page Information to the market access documents and the main Vale’s financial reports We believe that business partners are essential to live our purpose to improve life and transform the future - 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This is an economy class ticket governed by Decree 5,063 of 2016 who belong to a household with monthly income of up to two minimum salaries are registered with the federal government’s Social Programs Registry (CadÚnico) and have a Youth ID Card issued by the federal government fail to present the documentation required by law or falsely claim to have special needs in an attempt to buy a ticket designed for disabled people low-income youth or low-income senior citizens their ticket will be cancelled and they will not be eligible for reimbursement given that such conduct constitutes a crime according to Article 299 of the Penal Code.  Do children pay to travel on the passenger trains Children aged six years and older pay the full fare Children aged up to five years ride for free but they must sit on the lap of their parent or guardian.  There is a limit of one child traveling for free per paying adult you need to get a ticket from the ticket office.  The online ticket purchasing system for the Vitória-Minas Railway Passenger Train allows travelers to change ownership on the website itself (https://tremdepassageiros.vale.com/) up to 24 hours before boarding time It is important to note that the tickets are nominal and any discrepancies in the personal data on the tickets will make it impossible to board Note: If a message in red text appears at the top of the screen saying “Tickets already printed out – please go to a ticket office to change your tickets,” you will have to go to a ticket office to change your ticket details no later than 30 minutes before boarding.  Tickets acquired at a train station or point of sale  The current ticketholder will have to go together with the new passenger to a ticket office or the current ticketholder must present the new passenger’s ID document to make the change Railcar for people with disabilities  There is an exclusive railcar for people in wheelchairs.  If someone falsely claims to use a wheelchair or to be accompanying someone in a wheelchair in order to buy a ticket in the railcar for disabled people they will not be allowed to board and they will be instructed to go to the ticket office to cancel their ticket and request another one in a different travel class If such a request is made less than three hours before departure they will lose the right to reimbursement or rescheduling according to Article 299 of the Penal Code card issued by a regional work council or valid passport.  we will accept a police incident report containing the details of all lost documents Read the special boarding procedures for foreigners elderly people and people with disabilities below.  Non-Brazilians need to show their passport in order to board except in the case of passengers from Mercosul member countries.  What documents do I need to show to travel with children Children younger than 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and their ID and a document proving their relationship must be presented.  When not accompanied by a parent or guardian minors may only embark if they present authorization from the Child and Youth Protection Court or a notarized letter of authorization from the parents This letter must specify the full details of the child and anyone accompanying them Only original documents or authenticated copies will be accepted.  Children aged between 12 and 17 may only board if they present photo ID in accordance with National Land Transport Regulatory Agency (ANTT) Resolution 4,308 of 2014.  In line with ANTT resolutions 4,308 of 2014 and 5,974 of 2022 it is mandatory to issue a ticket for children aged up to five years who are sitting on the lap of their parent or guardian.  The aim is to identify all passengers who board the train Only 1 suitcase of up to 35 kg and 1 personal bag are allowed per passenger Boarding with perishable food is not permitted All luggage and bags are the responsibility of the passenger including their transportation from the boarding gate to the inside of the train.  Are the trains adapted for people with disabilities The Vitória-Minas Railroad’s passenger trains have an exclusive railcar for people in wheelchairs and those accompanying them Economy class cars have a seat suitable for people with limited mobility you can fill out a space to indicate any specific needs you may have This will help the onboard team better serve you.   Passengers may not take any animals on board alongside their owner and under their control Guide dogs must be equipped with a harness They must have an ID card and ID tag issued by a guide dog training center or independent instructor containing the following information:  proving that a multi-vaccine and anti-rabies vaccine have been administered - The ID tag must be worn around the guide dog’s neck To find out what times passenger trains will pass through your local station Vale runs an exclusive passenger train helpline: 0800 285 7000 Select your nearest station and buy your ticket now which will allow you to enjoy beautiful landscapes and experience new stories.  Passengers should arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to avoid any problems.  minors may only embark if they present authorization from the Child and Youth Protection Court but they must sit on their parent or legal guardian’s lap Children aged six and older pay the full fare.  You can take a baby in a car seat onto the train with you as the baby won’t be transported on your lap it is mandatory to issue a ticket for children aged up to five years who are sitting on the lap of their parent or guardian The Elderly People’s Statute mandates the provision of two free seats per train reserved for passengers aged 60 or over (and whose income is no more than two minimum salaries) eligible passengers can buy their ticket at a 50% discount (valid only for interstate journeys and in economy class) ID and proof of income must be presented.  The following documents are accepted as proof of income as established in Decree 9,921 of 2019:  II – Pay slip or another document issued by employer;  III – Proof of contributions to National Social Security Institute (INSS);  IV – Benefit payment statement or declaration issued by INSS or another public or private sector pension scheme (only valid up to 90 days after date of issue);  V – Document or card issued by state or municipal social welfare secretariat or a similar institution.  The trains have a dining car and buffet car There is also a food and drink trolley service you can order items from the onboard menu.  You can order a meal from a trolley service attendant directly from your seat but you may choose to eat it in the dining car once you receive it suggestions or complaints about the Vitória-Minas Railroad’s passenger train service you can call our exclusive “Alô Ferroviais” train helpline on 0800 285 7000.  It’s a 24/7 direct community communications channel and calls are free you can find out the arrival and departure times of trains.  The passenger train service also has a communications channel for people with hearing impairments: 0800 021 9934.  Learn more about low-income youth law and decree   Check out our Q&A manual to the Carajás railway Is the Passenger Train adapted for people with disabilities Does the Passenger Train have a Lost and Found service Can I leave my car at the station and continue my journey on the Train Can I play cards or dominoes while traveling Can I climb on the seats or sit on their armrests Can my relatives who will not be traveling access the boarding platform CLASS OF PLANNED EFC INVESTMENT STATEMENTS CLASS OF INVESTMENT STATEMENTS EFVM FORECASTS but the time has come for a complete experience across all our areas of expertise the BioParque Vale Amazônia is a reference in the work of protecting species and promoting knowledge