HomeOther Cargo

Other Cargo

Other Cargo Mar, 27, 2024 0

Onion: Supply restrictions and import controls mark Brazil’s March 2024

In March, onion stocks depleted in the markets of southern states Rio Grande do Sul and Paraná, as reported by sources from Hortifruti/Cepea. Brazil has relied on stocks from Ituporanga…
Meat Mar, 27, 2024 0

Brazil expands cooperation and explores new markets with Thailand

Continuing its mission in Southeast Asia, one of Brazil’s main agricultural export destinations, the delegation from the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Supply (Mapa) took strides in important collaborative measures…
Rumo
Ports and Terminals Mar, 26, 2024 0

Rumo, DPW to build a R$2.5bn terminal in Santos

After more than three years of studies, Cosan group’s logistics company Rumo and port operator DP World (Dubai Ports World) signed, on Monday, a binding agreement for the construction of…
Other Cargo Mar, 25, 2024 0

Gov’t investigates dumping claims in exports of polyester fibers from Asia to Brazil

The Foreign Trade Secretariat of Brazil’s Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade, and Services (MDIC) has initiated an investigation to assess the existence of dumping in the exports of polyester fibers…
Other Cargo Mar, 25, 2024 0

Brazil dominates global niobium market with exports worth R$11 Bn in 2023

Brazil has emerged as the world’s leading producer and holder of niobium (Nb) reserves, accounting for approximately 90% of global production and 95% of known reserves. The largest reserves can…
Other Cargo Mar, 25, 2024 0

Pusher tug ordered for Uruguay pulp transport

Concordia Damen secured the order to construct and outfit a shallow-draught river pusher from the Uruguayan shipowner and operator. This will be built to CDS2410 design with an overall length…
Other Cargo Mar, 22, 2024 0

Exports from the Hygiene, Perfumery and Cosmetics sector grow 7.7% in 2024

The Brazilian Association of Personal Hygiene, Perfumery, and Cosmetics Industry (ABIHPEC) has compiled data on the international cosmetics trade during the first two months of 2024, posting a solid growth…
plastic shipping
Other Cargo Mar, 22, 2024 0

After steel, plastics sector opposes tax increase

Another tug-of-war within the industry regarding a potential hike in the import tax on raw materials has reached the government. Following the sectors that utilize steel, the Brazilian plastics industry,…
Other Cargo Mar, 21, 2024 0

Brazilian Furniture and Mattress Exports Total US$48.9 Million in January

January, a traditionally weak month for the Brazilian furniture and mattress market, saw an unexpected BRL 48.9 million in exports. This figure represents a 20.4% decrease compared to December 2023…
algodão / cotton
Other Cargo Mar, 20, 2024 0

Exports pick up pace for Brazilian cotton market

While cotton negotiations in the Brazilian market linger low, the pace of exports for the product is intense this month. Recent data from Secex reveals that within just 11 business…