Ports and Terminals

Port of Maceió Maintains Growth Momentum and Increases Cargo Handling

Jan, 22, 2025 Posted by Denise Vilera

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The Port of Maceió Administration (APMC) announced another year of growth in cargo handling, reaffirming its position as a key logistics hub. In 2024, the port handled 2,677,581 tons of solid bulk, liquid bulk, and general cargo, representing a 1.26% increase compared to 2023.

Highlights by Transportation Mode and Cargo Type

In long-haul shipping (international exports and imports), the port achieved significant progress:

Exports: Growth in handling bagged sugar, molasses, and diesel oil.

Imports: Key products included bulk fertilizer, salt, petroleum coke, clinker, and wheat.

In cabotage (domestic coastal shipping), diesel oil led import volumes.

Among the cargo types, general cargo stood out the most in 2024, with an extraordinary 828.03% increase, driven primarily by the export of bagged sugar.

In 2023, the port had already recorded a remarkable 12.22% increase in total cargo handling, solidifying its consistent growth trajectory over recent years.

Efficient Management and Focus on Logistics and Infrastructure

For the Port of Maceió’s administrator, Diogo Holanda, these positive results stem from a strategic approach focused on logistical efficiency and infrastructure improvements. “We started the year celebrating yet another increase in cargo handling, reflecting our consistent efforts. Each semester, we achieve growth, which brings great satisfaction to the Port of Maceió Administration. We will continue to prioritize operational excellence and sound management to maintain this positive trajectory and achieve new milestones throughout 2025,” he stated.

The Port of Maceió remains an example of efficiency in the port sector. It contributes to economic development and strengthens regional and international trade.

Source: Tribuna Hoje

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