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Ports and Terminals
Aug, 27, 2026
Week 202635

Brazilian ports turn to scanners, drones and AI to fight drug trafficking

The advance of new routes for drug trafficking at Brazilian ports and along the country’s coastline has raised alarms among terminal operators, prompting investments in artificial intelligence, underwater drones and…
Aug, 27, 2026
Week 202635

Brazil Black Friday imports expected to rise as retailers rush to secure stock

Brazil Black Friday imports are expected to pick up steam in the second half of the year as retailers and importers race to secure inventory ahead of Black Friday and…
Aug, 27, 2026
Week 202635

Imetame sets March 2027 target for first ship at Aracruz port

Imetame expects to receive the first vessel at its new port in Aracruz, in Brazil’s southeastern state of Espírito Santo, by March 2027, company founder Etore Cavallieri said. Speaking at…
Grains
Aug, 27, 2026
Week 202636

China grain imports in focus as crop damage hits key producing regions

Extreme heat, heavy rain and flooding across key Chinese farming regions are putting global grain and cotton exporters on alert, as markets assess whether crop damage could increase China’s import…
Shipping
Aug, 27, 2026
Week 202636

Braskem christens Blissful Future in China as it modernizes naphtha fleet

Braskem held the christening ceremony for the Blissful Future in China on Wednesday, August 26, officially adding another vessel to the Braskem naphtha fleet operated by Braskem Trading & Shipping,…
Economy
Aug, 27, 2026
Week 202635

Paraguay export diversification advances with 75 products in new markets

Paraguay expanded its export footprint in the first seven months of 2026, with 75 products reaching new destinations as the country seeks to diversify beyond its traditional commodity base. According…