Published by Todd Bush on August 27, 2026
SÃO PAULO, Brazil--ICM, Inc. has signed an agreement with Atvos to provide its proprietary process technology package and engineering services for the company's first corn ethanol facility. The project will be integrated into Atvos' existing Santa Luzia industrial complex in Nova Alvorada do Sul, Mato Grosso do Sul, marking an important milestone in the company's strategy to diversify feedstocks while expanding renewable fuel production.
Under the agreement, ICM will supply Selective Milling Technology™, Base Tricanter System™, FST Next Gen™, and FOT Oil Recovery™ technologies. Together, these technologies will support year-round renewable fuel production while enabling high-value co-products, including distillers grains for animal nutrition and corn oil.
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"We are excited to work with Atvos on this project," said Chris Mitchell, president and CEO of ICM. "This is our first co-located corn ethanol installation in Brazil, and we couldn't ask for a better partner. What makes this project so exciting is the opportunity to build on an already solid operation. By integrating corn ethanol into an existing sugarcane facility, we're creating more flexibility, making better use of existing infrastructure, and generating even more value from the plant. This project is a great example of what's possible when innovation is paired with a strong vision for growth."
Located in one of Brazil's premier agricultural regions, the Santa Luzia complex benefits from abundant grain production, reliable biomass availability, and a well-established bioenergy infrastructure. Integrating corn ethanol production into the existing sugarcane operation allows Atvos to leverage existing utilities, logistics and operational expertise while improving capital efficiency and expanding production throughout the year.
"This investment builds on the strengths of our Santa Luzia operation and expands the value we can create from our existing assets," said Alexandre Maganhato, vice president of technology at Atvos. "As we diversify into corn, we also have the opportunity to strengthen and expand our partnerships with sugarcane suppliers, contributing to social and regional development. This expansion supports our vision of a more diversified biorefinery that creates value beyond our operations."
When complete, the facility is expected to process approximately 642,000 metric tons of corn annually, producing 273 million liters of ethanol per year, along with 183,000 metric tons of DDGS and 13,000 metric tons of corn oil.
Established in 1995 and headquartered in Colwich, Kansas, with a regional office in Brazil, ICM provides innovative technologies, solutions and services to sustain agriculture and to advance renewable energy, including ethanol and feed technologies that will increase the supply of world protein. By providing proprietary process technologies to over 110 facilities globally with a combined annual production of over 33 billion liters of ethanol and over 22 million metric tons of distiller grains, ICM has become a world leader in biorefining technologies. For additional information, visit www.icminc.com.
Founded in 2007, Atvos is one of Brazil's largest biofuel companies, transforming sugarcane into ethanol, VHP sugar, and renewable electricity. The company also ranks among Brazil's leading issuers of Decarbonization Credits (CBIOs), reflecting its commitment to advancing the energy transition through sustainable, low-carbon solutions. By combining innovation with responsible operations, Atvos helps reduce carbon emissions, strengthen the communities where it operates, and contribute to a more sustainable future. For more information, visit atvos.com
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