Porto Itapoá Strengthens Leadership in Sustainable Operations with New Fleet of Electric Equipment

Porto Itapoá reinforces its commitment to sustainability by acquiring three fully electric empty loaders and one electric reach stacker, becoming the first Brazilian port terminal to operate this type of equipment.

In addition to the existing fleet, the terminal has incorporated seven more electric terminal tractors (TTs), now totaling 27 units — the largest fleet of its kind in the country. This expansion consolidates Porto Itapoá’s position as a benchmark in low environmental impact operations.

Significant Environmental Impact

With the new equipment, Porto Itapoá now saves over 600,000 liters of fuel annually, avoiding the emission of approximately two thousand tons of greenhouse gases. These figures add to the results already achieved in 2024, when the terminal avoided the consumption of 1.18 million liters of diesel and the emission of 4,000 tons of CO₂ equivalent.

The Director of Operations, Technology, and Environment at Porto Itapoá, Sergni Pessoa Rosa Jr., emphasizes that this acquisition marks a milestone for the Brazilian port sector.

“We are not only fulfilling our environmental responsibilities but also proving that sustainability and operational efficiency can go hand in hand. Our investments in clean technology reflect our commitment to the sustainable development of the logistics sector,” he stated.

Ongoing International Recognition

In 2025, Porto Itapoá renewed its I-REC (International Renewable Energy Certificate) international certification for using 100% renewable energy in its operations throughout 2024. This recognition complements the recent advancements with the electric fleet, showcasing the terminal’s holistic commitment to sustainability across all operations.

The certification confirms that all the energy consumed by the port during the period came from renewable sources, including the newly acquired electric equipment. “Maintaining this certification for consecutive years proves that our sustainability strategy is not temporary, but a structural part of our operations,” reinforced Sergni Pessoa Rosa Jr., highlighting that the port continues to expand its green initiatives in line with global best practices in the sector.

Strategic Context

Porto Itapoá handled 366,000 TEUs in the first quarter of 2024, a 37% increase compared to the same period the previous year. The adoption of clean technologies accompanies this operational growth, ensuring that expansion takes place sustainably.

The terminal continues to implement its sustainability investment plan, which includes R$ 500 million in investments through 2026 for the modernization and expansion of its operations with a focus on reducing environmental impact.

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