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Logistics Overview

Brazil is Latin America's largest economy and one of the world's most important origins for agricultural commodities, minerals, and manufactured goods. Its logistics network is anchored by the Port of Santos, a deep roster of regional seaports, and major air cargo hubs around São Paulo (GRU/VCP) and Rio de Janeiro (GIG).

Infrastructure Advantage

Freight flows concentrate around the Southeast (São Paulo-Rio corridor) and the Southern industrial belt. High port concentration at a few main gateways (notably Santos) can create peak-season congestion. Strong coastal cabotage potential for domestic repositioning. Road-heavy hinterland moves with rail used for specific commodities.

Sea Ports

Major seaports and maritime logistics hubs

Port of Santos

BR SSZ
Max Depth~15 m
Specialization

Brazil's largest port; main container gateway

Key Terminals
  • BTP (Brasil Terminal Portuário)
  • Santos Brasil (Tecon Santos)
  • DP World Santos

Port of Paranaguá

BR PNG
Max Depth12.6 m
Specialization

Containers, agri exports, reefer flows via Southern corridors

Port of Rio Grande

BR RIG
Specialization

Containers and bulk flows serving Southern Brazil

Port of Itajaí / Navegantes

BR ITJ
Specialization

Container and reefer cargo; Southern Brazil manufacturing and food exports

Port of Suape

BR SUA
Specialization

Northeast hub with industrial cargo and container services

Port of Manaus

BR MAO
Specialization

Inland-waterway hub supporting Manaus Free Trade Zone

Air Freight

Air cargo hubs and handling services

São Paulo/Guarulhos International Airport

GRU
Strategic RoleBrazil's largest international air gateway

Key Handling Agents

Swissport
General

Viracopos International Airport (Campinas)

VCP
Strategic RoleMajor cargo platform for São Paulo state and express flows

Key Handling Agents

Swissport
General

Rio de Janeiro/Galeão International Airport

GIG
Strategic RoleInternational cargo gateway for Rio de Janeiro region; pharma, oil & gas, aerospace

Key Handling Agents

RIOgaleão Cargo
General
Swissport
General

Carrier Offices & Terminals

Live

Major shipping lines with local presence

Booking Offices

Maersk

Fazendinha

Fazendinha

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Maersk

Itajai - br

Itajai

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Maersk

Paranagua - br

Paranagua

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Maersk

Rio Grande - br

Rio Grande

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Maersk

Santos - br

Santos

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Maersk Terminals & Ports

MaerskBRAPS

BRADO LOGISTICA SA - ANAPOLIS

Anapolis

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MaerskBRCAC

APMT Cascavel

Cascavel

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MaerskBRCGE

Tora contagem

Contagem

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MaerskBRCWB

Curitiba, Adamy Cargolift

Curitiba

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MaerskBRFOR

Fortaleza bunkering

Fortaleza

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MaerskBRFOR

Termaco Fortaleza

Fortaleza

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MaerskBRFOR

Fortaleza Terminal

Fortaleza

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MaerskBRGUJ

Transtec World Guaruja

Guaruja

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MaerskBRITA

Itacoatiara - Superterminais

Itacoatiara

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MaerskBRITA

Porto de Itacoatiara

Itacoatiara

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MaerskBRSPB

Sepetiba Tecon SA

Itaguai Sepetiba

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MaerskBRIGI

TTC - Tecon Terminal de Containers

Itaguai Sepetiba

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MaerskBRITJ

JBS Terminais Itajai

Itajai

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MaerskBRITJ

Itajai, Porto de Itajai

Itajai

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MaerskBRIJB

Braskarne

Itajobi

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MaerskBRIOA

Itapoa Terminais Portuarios SA

Itapoa

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MaerskBRITT

Terminal Logistico do Vale do Paraiba

Itatiaia

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MaerskBRJDF

Multiterminais Alfandegados Do Brasil

Juiz de Fora

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MaerskBRPEC

Pecem Port of

Pecem

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MaerskBRPEC

Tecer - Term. Portuarios Ceara Ltda

Pecem

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MaerskBRSUA

Suape Terminal

Suape

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MaerskBRSUA

TECON SUAPE S.A.

Suape

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MaerskBRSUA

APM Terminals Suape LTDA

Suape

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MaerskBRVDC

Convicon Conteineres de ViladoConde

Vila do Conde

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Other Carriers

MSC

Office: Brazil

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Maersk

Office: Brazil

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CMA CGM

Office: Brazil

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Hapag-Lloyd

Office: Brazil

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Shipping Schedules

Live ocean freight routes from carrier schedules

Updated 5 Aug 2026
Trade Lane
Carrier
Service Lines
Type
Transit
Next Departure
BUENOS AIRESSANTOS (SP)
ZIM
ZGT
Direct
5d~0.186t CO2
20 Aug
BUENOS AIRESSANTOS (SP)
ZIM
ASE
Direct
10d~0.372t CO2
23 Aug
BUENOS AIRESSANTOS (SP)
ZIM
ASE
Direct
11d~0.409t CO2
15 Aug
SANTOSNEW YORK, NY
Hapag-Lloyd
SEC
Direct
16d~0.663t CO2
16 Aug
SingaporeSantos
COSCO
1AAEBW1MA
Direct
16d
6 Aug
SANTOSNEW YORK, NY
Hapag-Lloyd
SEC
Direct
16d~0.663t CO2
23 Aug
SingaporeSantos
COSCO
1AAEBW1MA
Direct
16d
6 Aug
SANTOSNEW YORK, NY
Hapag-Lloyd
SEC
Direct
18d~0.663t CO2
9 Aug
SantosRotterdam
COSCO
024N
Direct
18d
15 Aug
SANTOSROTTERDAM
CMA CGM
SAFRAN1
Direct
18d~0.756t CO2
18 Aug
Brasil Terminal PortuarioHutchison Ports Delta II
Maersk
102
Direct
18d~0.67t CO2
11 Aug
Brasil Terminal PortuarioHutchison Ports Delta II
Maersk
102
Direct
18d~0.67t CO2
25 Aug
SANTOSDURBAN
MSC
QI -> ZA
1 stop
18d~0.67t CO2
3 Sept
SANTOSROTTERDAM
CMA CGM
SAFRAN1
Direct
18d~0.756t CO2
25 Aug
SantosRotterdam
COSCO
172N
Direct
18d
8 Aug
Brasil Terminal PortuarioHutchison Ports Delta II
Maersk
102
Direct
18d~0.67t CO2
18 Aug
SANTOSROTTERDAM
CMA CGM
SAFRAN1
Direct
18d~0.756t CO2
11 Aug
SANTOSDURBAN
MSC
QI -> ZA
1 stop
19d~0.707t CO2
2 Sept
SANTOS BRASIL SAECT DELTA TERMINAL, ROTTERDAM
ONE
LUX
Direct
19d~0.707t CO2
15 Aug
SANTOS BRASIL SAECT DELTA TERMINAL, ROTTERDAM
ONE
LUX
Direct
19d~0.707t CO2
22 Aug
NEW YORK, NYSANTOS
Hapag-Lloyd
SEC
Direct
19d~0.663t CO2
28 Aug
New YorkSantos
COSCO
145S → 0GBG8S1MA
1 stop
19d
8 Aug
SINGAPORESANTOS
Hapag-Lloyd
AS2
Direct
20d~1.104t CO2
14 Aug
SANTOSDURBAN
MSC
QI -> ZA
1 stop
20d~0.744t CO2
24 Aug
SANTOSSINGAPORE
Hapag-Lloyd
AS2
Direct
20d~1.104t CO2
14 Aug
SANTOS BRASIL SAECT DELTA TERMINAL, ROTTERDAM
ONE
LUX
Direct
20d~0.744t CO2
7 Aug
HAMBURGSANTOS
Hapag-Lloyd
ECX
Direct
21d~0.614t CO2
11 Aug
SINGAPORESANTOS
CMA CGM
SEAS
Direct
21d~1.433t CO2
8 Aug
Brasil Terminal PortuarioEurogate Container Terminal Hamburg
Maersk
102
Direct
21d~0.614t CO2
25 Aug
PSA Singapore TerminalSantos Brasil Terminal
Maersk
X4B
Direct
21d~1.104t CO2
15 Aug

Last updated: 5 Aug 2026, 05:07 UTC

Customs & Trade

Import/export regulations and procedures

E-Customs SystemReceita Federal do Brasil (RFB) — Portal Único Siscomex

Import burden can include Import Duty (II), IPI, PIS/COFINS, and state ICMS. ANVISA for health/pharma, MAPA for agriculture/food, IBAMA for environmental controls.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about logistics in Brazil

What is the main ocean gateway for containers in Brazil?+

The Port of Santos (BR SSZ) is the primary container gateway and the country's largest port.

Which airports are most used for international air cargo in Brazil?+

GRU (Guarulhos) and VCP (Viracopos/Campinas) are major air cargo platforms. GIG (Rio de Janeiro/Galeão) is also a key international gateway.

How do customs filings work in Brazil?+

Brazil's foreign trade processes are centralized under Portal Único Siscomex (RFB). Start here: https://portalunico.siscomex.gov.br/portal/

Is Brazil suitable for temperature-controlled (pharma) cargo?+

Yes — Brazil has mature cold-chain capabilities, especially around major airports. RIOgaleão Cargo in Rio de Janeiro highlights temperature-controlled infrastructure for life sciences cargo.