Strike by Federal Revenue Auditors Prompts Logistics Association to Issue Warning for Ports and Airports in Brazil

The ongoing strike by Brazil’s Federal Revenue auditors, which began in November 2024, is raising growing concern for the Brazilian Association of Logistics Operators (Abol). In an official statement, the organization highlighted the widespread impact on cargo logistics nationwide. The work stoppage, which has no set end date, is also affecting the Port of Santos.

In its statement, Abol notes a “sharp and disproportionate increase” in cargo clearance times at the country’s main airports and strategic ports since the strike began.

The organization cites Viracopos and Guarulhos airports, located in Campinas and São Paulo, as particularly critical cases. According to Abol, both airports are experiencing a “particularly severe situation, with over 100,000 shipments, including parcels and documents, accumulated in warehouses during each 14-day clearance cycle.”

“The extended storage of goods, combined with inadequate conditions for their maintenance at cargo terminals, has led to delays in essential supply services, breach of contracts with clients and shippers, and in the worst cases, damage compromising product integrity,” the statement warned.

Another issue highlighted is the handling of sensitive cargo, including medicines, electronic equipment, and perishable goods. While these items receive special handling, Abol notes they are often not stored or transported under ideal conditions, resulting in delays and losses for both companies and consumers, as well as disruptions to healthcare supply chains.

Federal Revenue Strike
The strike by tax auditors has halted services, including customs clearance and public assistance, at the Santos Port Customs Office.

The strike is taking place nationwide. The auditors are demanding from the federal government inflation-adjusted salary increases, along with the reversal of a measure that reduced performance bonus amounts.

Source: A Tribuna

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