Sedeme integrates SuperNorte programming with support for entrepreneurs from Pará

The Government of Pará, through the Secretariat of Economic Development, Mining and Energy (Sedeme), will be present at the 26th edition of SuperNorte, which brings the theme "Sustainable Business — Time to Advance with COP30". The event will take place from August 7 to 9, at Hangar – Amazon Convention Center. During the program, Sedeme will present the economic potential of genuinely Pará products, in addition to public policies aimed at sustainable development in the State.

Organized by the Paraense Association of Supermarkets (Aspas), the entity responsible for representing the supermarket sector in Pará, SuperNorte has the support of the State Government, through the Secretariat of Economic Development, Mining and Energy (Sedeme).

The Government of Pará integrates the program with an institutional stand, coordinated by the Directorate of Industry, Commerce and Services (DDCIS/Sedeme), which will present the economic potential of Pará companies and cooperatives. Among the highlights are companies such as Xingu Destilados, producer of the artisanal cachaça Xinguaça, based in Altamira; Chocolates Cacau Xingu, located in Brasil Novo, specialized in the manufacture of artisanal chocolates with organic cocoa grown in the Transamazon and Xingu regions; and Pipocas Cor-de-Rosa, an industry located in Castanhal, which offers a varied line of savory snacks and sweet and salty popcorn.

In addition to the companies, the stand will also feature the participation of two cooperatives that strengthen regional entrepreneurship: Cart (Cooperative of Farmers from the Tailândia Region), focused on the production of cashew nuts and mixed almonds; and Amazoncoop (Amazon Agroindustrial Cooperative), based in Castanhal, specialized in ready-to-eat salads and seasonings.

The Secretary of State for Economic Development, Mining and Energy (Sedeme), Paulo Bengtson, emphasizes that SuperNorte is consolidating itself as one of the largest events in the sector, bringing together products, services, and technologies aimed at the supermarket segment. "This year, the event brings an urgent and inspiring theme: 'Sustainable Business — Time to Advance with COP30'. COP30 is coming, and Belém is ready to show that development and ecological awareness can walk hand in hand," he said.

Bengtson highlights that during the three days of the event, participants will have the opportunity to strengthen relationships and create strategic connections among entrepreneurs, leaders, and suppliers. The proposal is to present the economic potential of Pará products, open new markets, and boost businesses committed to the conscious production of goods and services. "This is the time to show that our region is prepared to be a global protagonist in building a greener and more innovative future," he added.

"SuperNorte seeks to connect the supermarket sector with the discussions and opportunities brought by COP30, especially regarding sustainability and regional development. One of our goals is to integrate the sector into the discussions that COP presents to us," explains the president of Aspas, Jorge Portugal.

About SuperNorte 2025

The event is recognized as the largest in the sector in the North region and is expected to gather more than 60 exhibitors, including representatives from national and regional companies, as well as 20 local entrepreneurs who will be present in the Sebrae Space. This year, the convention was brought forward — traditionally held in October — due to preparations for COP30, which will have Belém as the host city.

The convention is exclusive to invited guests and registered participants at SuperNorte. It is endorsed by the Brazilian Association of Supermarkets – (Abras) for the region, encompassing the states of Amapá, Amazonas, Roraima, and Maranhão. The goal is to gather around 30,000 visitors over the three days of the event and generate around R$ 75 million in business.

ASPAS - The Paraense Association of Supermarkets (Aspas) is the entity responsible for representing the supermarket sector in Pará since 1977, an essential activity to ensure the supply and feeding of the population.

In Pará, around 75,000 direct jobs are generated, and approximately 300,000 indirect jobs, with revenue exceeding R$ 18 billion annually, according to

The fair's program includes business rounds, networking for entrepreneurs, leaders, managers, cultural programming, lectures, congresses, and workshops aimed at various segments.

Check the complete program here