Brazil’s Port of São Francisco do Sul celebrates 69 years

The largest port in Santa Catarina, the Port of São Francisco do Sul, is celebrating its 69th anniversary this Monday (01) with impressive achievements that deserve attention.

In the first five months of 2024, cargo throughput at the port reached 7.3 million tonnes, marking a 16% increase compared to the same period last year (6.3 million tons). This growth represents the fifth consecutive month of increased cargo volume.

In May alone, the port saw 1.4 million tonnes, 200,000 tonnes more than in May 2023, which saw 1.2 million tonnes, reflecting a 13% increase.

The latest report from the port authority reveals that exports reached 790,000 tonnes, primarily driven by soybean shipments (750,000 tonnes) and wood shipments to the United States (18,000 tonnes). In May, imports totaled 607,000 tonnes, with metallurgical products such as steel coils and sheets accounting for 375,000 tonnes. Fertilizer imports reached 166,000 tonnes, making it the main imported cargo.

Key Highlights:

• Largest port in terms of cargo throughput in Santa Catarina
• Responsible for half of all steel imported by Brazil and 80% of soy exported by Santa Catarina
• 7th the largest public port in Brazil for general cargo handling
• Features seven berths covering a length of 1.5 km
• Employs 242 staff members
• The only public port in Santa Catarina with ISO 9001 (Quality Management) and 14001 (Environmental Management) certifications

Cargo Throughput:

• National leader in agricultural bulk and steel product movements (no container operations)
• Annual throughput in 2023: 16.8 million tons (average of recent years)

Market Share:

• The Babitonga port complex, including the Port of Itapoá, handles 50% of the cargo volume in Santa Catarina
• The complex generates R$100 billion annually, accounting for 43% of Santa Catarina’s foreign trade

Vessel traffic:

Approximately 500 vessels per year

Main Cargoes:

Soy and corn
Steel products
Fertilizers

Future Investments:

Waterway Infrastructure Improvements:

Deepening and widening of the Port Complex’s external channel with an environmental license approved by Ibama.

Docking Infrastructure Enhancements:

Demolition of the stone at Berth 101, approved by Ibama in April 2022, to reduce maneuvers and enhance operational efficiency.

Bulk Terminal Lease:

Berth 401 Project: Construction and leasing of a new berth.

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