Inovação Portuária no Maranhão: Uma Análise Documental do Programa Porto do Futuro

Innovation has established itself as a key driver of competitiveness in the port sector, requiring port authorities to adopt strategies that integrate research, development, and innovation with operational, environmental, and technological demands. This study aimed to analyze the innovation initiatives developed by the Porto do Futuro (Port of the Future) Program and their contribution to strengthening port innovation in MaranhãoThe results demonstrate that the Porto do Futuro Program constitutes EMAP's primary institutional innovation policy, structured around three pillars: the Research Support Program, Port Residency, and Jovem Tech. The study concludes that the program contributes to strengthening the Port of Itaqui's innovation ecosystem by fostering cooperation among government, universities, and the productive sector.