Venture Capital

Investment in innovation

Through our Venture Capital team, we invest in startups operating in areas adjacent to our businesses or offering solutions with the potential to transform the markets in which we operate.

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An ecosystem of opportunities

We support Grupo Ultra’s innovation journey by fostering disruptive solutions with high-impact potential.

Focus on strategic sectors

We seek initiatives with the potential to drive meaningful change in the mobility, retail, energy, and logistics sectors – key areas for our operations.

Synergy with our portfolio

We invest in startups that strategically connect with Grupo Ultra’s businesses, expanding synergies, accelerating innovation, and strengthening our portfolio.

Beyond investment

More than financial resources, we provide access to a robust ecosystem of industry-leading companies, creating real opportunities for collaboration and shared growth.

Our numbers

Since 2020,

we have been dedicated to supporting initiatives at different stages of maturity.

Over 4,500

startups prospected.

Over 1,000

initiatives evaluated.

50 in-depth

analyses.

11 startups

invested.

Our portfolio

Engaged in mobility, energy, and logistics infrastructure through Ipiranga, Ultragaz, Ultracargo, and Hidrovias.

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Ipiranga is part of the daily lives of millions of Brazilians, with a broad presence and a complete offering of products and services to support their mobility journey. This includes the sale of high-quality fuels, convenience stores, automotive services, and one of the largest loyalty programs in Brazil.

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Aiming to expand its energy solutions offering, the pioneering company in the LPG market began providing renewable electricity for businesses and homes, as well as compressed natural gas and biomethane for corporate clients, establishing itself as a comprehensive energy solutions platform.

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The largest independent liquid bulk storage company in the country has been advancing its growth and regional expansion strategy, connecting Brazil’s coastline to inland regions through multipurpose terminals and a nationwide presence, enhancing its value proposition for clients.

Hidrovias

Hidrovias

A leader in waterway transportation and port operations, handling grains, minerals, and fertilizers, Hidrovias is emerging as a standout provider of competitive, low-carbon logistics solutions, especially for the agribusiness sector.

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