The construction of the west-east integration railway (FIOL) by iron ore producer Bamin has been suspended due to ongoing negotiations for the sale of the project. Bamin, controlled by Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), cited the search for investors as the reason for the halt. The FIOL project spans 537 km and is part of a broader initiative that includes expanding the Pedra de Ferro mine's capacity and building an iron ore terminal in Ilhéus, Bahia. Additional funding of $5 billion is needed to complete the project. The Brazilian government has suggested Vale's participation, but the company is showing limited interest, considering the project's economic viability compared to its existing operations.