Port of Itaqui throughput goes beyond expectations for the period

The Port of Itaqui has achieved yet another significant milestone. Between January and July of this year, the Maranhão-based public port had a throughput over 20.39 million tonnes of cargo, marking an 8% increase compared to the same period last year and surpassing projections by 3%. Notably, the port’s exceptional performance continued in July, with a total cargo handling of 3.4 million tons – the highest ever for that month – representing a 12% increase compared to 2022.

The growth has been notably driven by dry bulk shipments, surpassing handling expectations by an impressive 10.6% and setting a new monthly record for the port. A detailed cargo analysis throughout the year reveals an 11% increase in solid bulk handling and a 5% increase in liquid bulk.

Veja abaixo as mercadorias mais exportadas pelo Porto do Itaqui nos primeiros seis meses de 2023. Os dados são do DataLiner.

Porto do Itaqui – Principais Exportações | 2023 | WTMT

Fonte: DataLiner (clique aqui para solicitar uma demonstração) 

Gilberto Lins, President of Empresa Maranhense de Administração Portuária (EMAP), remarked, “This new achievement by the Port of Itaqui, a crucial player in the Arco Norte region, showcases its ongoing evolution, offering highly efficient logistical solutions for Brazil and the world. It reflects meticulous planning and the hard work of our dedicated employees.”

It’s important to note that the Ministry of Ports and Airports recently recognized Itaqui as the second-best managed port in the country, further underlining its excellence in port management.

Source: O Imparcial

Read more at: https://oimparcial.com.br/noticias/2023/08/porto-do-itaqui-registra-novo-crescimento-em-movimentacao-de-cargas/

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