In a noteworthy move providing pointers on opportunities in the Brazilian sport and major event infrastructure markets, Canada-based ATCO Group, though its ATCO Structures & Logistics arm, has just opened a Rio de Janeiro office to offer modular solutions for sporting event infrastructure and associated requirements.
ATCO´s arrangement is typical of entries into Brazil, forming a joint-venture with Brazil´s Tecno Fast to create Tecno Fast ATCO and open a new sales office in Rio. The office will offer temporary modular solutions for major events in addition to targeting Rio de Janeiro's growing infrastructure needs, including significant investments in transportation, water and sewage systems as the city prepares for the 2014 World Cup and Rio 2016.