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Cosan
AddedFeb 13, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Cosan

Cosan

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Cosan Ltd: A Brazilian integrated renewable energy and infrastructure firm, distributing fuels and farming products.

HQ
São Paulo, São Paulo, BR
Founded
1936
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Founded in 1936, Cosan Ltd is a Brazilian integrated renewable energy and infrastructure company headquartered in São Paulo. The company's core mission is to drive sustainable growth through innovative energy solutions. Cosan operates in various segments including the production of sugar and ethanol, fuel distribution, and lubricants distribution. Additionally, it manages the transportation and loading of sugar and other grains at terminals in Santos, and engages in farmland development. Cosan's market focus spans across the energy sector and agribusiness, emphasizing renewable resources.

Key figures associated with Cosan include CEO Luis Henrique Guimarães. The company has several notable subsidiaries such as Raízen, Rumo, Comgás, Moove, and Cosan Biomassa. Cosan is publicly traded on both the B3 (CSAN3) and NYSE (CSAN) stock exchanges and is a component of the Ibovespa index. With a workforce of 45,000 employees, Cosan reported revenues of R$ 3.972 billion in 2019. The company has significantly impacted Brazil's energy landscape by promoting renewable energy sources and infrastructure development.

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Cosan - Quick Facts

Who are Cosan's competitors?

Companies similar to Cosan include EDP, Cofco, Petrobras and Bunge.

When was Cosan founded?

Cosan was founded in 1936.

Where is Cosan's headquarters located?

Cosan's headquarters is located in São Paulo, São Paulo, BR.

When was Cosan's last funding round?

Cosan's most recent funding round was for $250M (USD) in June 2023.

How much has Cosan raised to-date?

As of Jun 22, 2023, Cosan has raised a total of $395M (USD).

How many employees does Cosan have?

Cosan has 45,000 employees as of Feb 6, 2024.

Cosan - Classification

Industry
  • Retail
Ownership
  • Public
Technology
  • Renewable Energy
Geographic Exposure
  • Brazil
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
  • Enterprise
Main Product
  • Agriculture
  • Energy
Tags
  • Cleantech
  • Distribution
Unique IDs
  • ein: 000000000
  • secCik: 0001430162
  • ticker: CSAN
NAICS
  • 220000Utilities
  • 221000Utilities
SIC
  • 5500Automotive Dealers And Gasoline Service Stations
Show 17 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 210000Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction
  • 211000Oil and Gas Extraction
  • 211100Oil and Gas Extraction
  • 211120Crude Petroleum Extraction
  • 221200Natural Gas Distribution
  • 221210Natural Gas Distribution
  • 310000Manufacturing
  • 311000Food Manufacturing
SIC
  • 1300Oil And Gas Extraction
  • 1310Crude Petroleum And Natural Gas
  • 1311Crude Petroleum And Natural Gas
  • 1380Oil And Gas Field Services
  • 1382Oil And Gas Field Exploration Services
  • 2000Food And Kindred Products
  • 2060Sugar And Confectionery Products
  • 4000Railroad Transportation
  • 5000Wholesale Trade-durable Goods