Arco Norte Ports Handle 40% of Brazil’s Corn and Soy Exports

Ports in Brazil’s Arco Norte region—which covers the North and Northeast ports above the 16ºS parallel—accounted for 40% of the country’s corn and soy exports from January to August this year. When considering all export categories, including fuels, containers, and minerals, the share stands at 32.6%. These figures, provided by ANTAQ’s Monthly Port Statistics Report, reflect the steady growth of port throughput across Brazil.

Flávio Acatauassú, Executive Director of the Association of Port Terminals and Transshipment Stations of the Amazon Basin (AMPORT), emphasized the region’s consistent upward trend over the past decade. “Arco Norte ports have shown impressive results in recent years. Our region is naturally suited to this growth, with expansive navigable rivers, and we see our exports increasing annually. We are highly competitive in terms of logistics and excel in providing cost-effective solutions to our clients while also prioritizing sustainability and environmental responsibility,” Acatauassú said.

The following two charts show the export volume registered at two of Brazil’s Arco Norte main ports, Itacoatiara and Itaqui, between 2021 and August 2024.

Itacoatiara Export Volume | Jan 2021 – Aug 2024 | WTMT

Itaqui Export Volume | Jan 2021 – Aug 2024 | WTMT

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Bulk Cargo Export Growth

Bulk cargo exports remain a cornerstone of the North Region’s port operations. “It’s natural for us to handle a higher volume of bulk shipments given our proximity to major farming areas. Currently, we have an installed capacity of 52 million tonnes, with investments underway to add another 48 million tonnes. Over the next five years, this expansion will bring our total bulk export capacity to around 100 million tonnes. We are well-prepared for this rising demand and continue to modernize to maintain our competitive edge,” Acatauassú concluded.

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