Paranaguá Port registers daily shipments record

The Port of Paranaguá, in the state of Paraná, is one of the nation’s busiest and largest ports, hence its extreme importance to the outflow of products from the southern region. On April 12th, the terminal registered the highest daily shipment volume of the year. In all, 117,798 tons of soy were loaded, which is a very expressive number that tends to increase with the good harvest. Considering total volume for the first semester, through the export corridors East and West of the Port of Paranaguá, 5,999,490 tons of bulk were loaded, meaning 7% more than in 2022.

Cabotage stimulates logistics in Brazil’s northern region

Cabotage is the transport among ports in the same country. Because Brazil has an extensive coastline and many important cities located near the sea, this type of transportation becomes an attractive option for several sectors, such as agriculture, industry, and commerce.

Besides being a more economical and sustainable option compared to road transport, cabotage is a significant alternative for the reduction of congestion on the roads and the improvement of safety in cargo transport.

Over the last decade, this type of transport has grown approximately 8% a year, and the northern region has been one to be well explored in this regard.

The city of Manaus, which is home to the very important Manaus Free Trade Zone, has benefited from the increase in cabotage which, despite still facing several challenges, has become a great alternative for local companies.

Brazil reaches a new record in agribusiness exports

During the first quarter, Brazilian agribusiness exports reached a record of US$36 billion. Soybeans were the high point for the success of the new harvest that started in March. Already in March, the revenue obtained from agribusiness exports hit a record for the period, as it totaled US$16 billion.

Soybean, chicken meat and sugar were the main highlights in relation to shipments for export, and China was the main destination of these products.

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Railroad connecting Goias to the Port of Santos, in Brazil should be delivered soon

During the “Tecnoshow” event, which took place in Rio Verde – Goias, Rumo, the company that operates most of the Brazilian railroads, announced that construction of the railroad to connect the state of Goias to the Port of Santos, in the state of Sao Paulo, may be already finished by the first half of this year.

When this happens, the Brazilian agribusiness will gain considerable strength internationally, since it will increase the logistical efficiency for the flow of grains. Once the railroads start to be used, the route, which is mostly made through highways, will be certainly much safer and faster at the same time.

MSC Announces the Launch of the World’s Largest Ship

MSC has announced the launch of MSC Tessa, the world’s largest container ship with the capacity to carry more than 23,000 containers at once. The giant, which is in China, is 400 meters long and 61 meters wide.

In addition to its size, the ship’s technologies, such as energy-efficient diesel engines and an its air purification, combined with a fuel management system, also draw a lot of attention.

Maersk’s new air service will connect China and the United States

The Danish air freight giant – Maersk – has announced that new air cargo services will be available via scheduled flights from the United States to China, the two largest economic powers at the moment.

Initially, two flights a week will connect Greenville-Spartanburgt International Airport (GSP) with Shenyang Taoxian Airport (SHE), as well as two flights from Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD) to Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport (HGH). This frequency will increase to 3 per week starting in May.

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Protests in France impact international logistics

Since the beginning of the month, French workers from different segments have been carrying out a series of protests in the main cities against the proposed pension reform that could increase the working time for retirement by 2 years. As a result, a number of services have been affected, including compromising international logistics with the cancellation of flights and blockages on roads, trains and port terminals.

Government announces return of import tax on tires

Already extinguished in January 2021, the 16% import tax on cargo tires will be in effect again in order to protect domestic manufacturers, according to the Executive Management Committee (Gecex) from the national Foreign Trade Chamber (Camex). In addition to the tire tax implementation, plastic resins will also be taxed again at a rate of 11.2%.

Port of Santos records a flow of almost 11 million tons in February

Last month, the Port of Santos recorded the second largest volume of cargo handled during the months of February, totaling 10.9 million tons, although such performance was lower than the one recorded in 2022, when the historical record of 12.8 million tons was reached. Shipments of main products such as sugar, beef and corn registered a drop in February, thus disfavoring the total flow, when compared to last year.

Paranaguá receives the largest ro-ro vessel in terms of capacity

For the first time, the Italian ship “Grande Abidjan” docked on the Brazilian coast, at the Container Terminal of Paranaguá (TCP), in Paraná, being the largest ship of the roll-on/roll-off (ro-ro) type ever berthed there, with its capacity of up to 71,000 tons of cargo.

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Protests in France impact international logistics

Since the beginning of the month, French workers from different segments have been carrying out a series of protests in the main cities against the proposed pension reform that could increase the working time for retirement by 2 years. As a result, a number of services have been affected, including compromising international logistics with the cancellation of flights and blockages on roads, trains and port terminals.

Government announces return of import tax on tires

Already extinguished in January 2021, the 16% import tax on cargo tires will be in effect again in order to protect domestic manufacturers, according to the Executive Management Committee (Gecex) from the national Foreign Trade Chamber (Camex). In addition to the tire tax implementation, plastic resins will also be taxed again at a rate of 11.2%.

Port of Santos records a flow of almost 11 million tons in February

Last month, the Port of Santos recorded the second largest volume of cargo handled during the months of February, totaling 10.9 million tons, although such performance was lower than the one recorded in 2022, when the historical record of 12.8 million tons was reached. Shipments of main products such as sugar, beef and corn registered a drop in February, thus disfavoring the total flow, when compared to last year.

Paranaguá receives the largest ro-ro vessel in terms of capacity

For the first time, the Italian ship “Grande Abidjan” docked on the Brazilian coast, at the Container Terminal of Paranaguá (TCP), in Paraná, being the largest ship of the roll-on/roll-off (ro-ro) type ever berthed there, with its capacity of up to 71,000 tons of cargo.

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Beef exports to China more than doubled last year

Last year, between the months of January and December, Brazilian beef exports to China more than doubled to generate US$ 7.95 billion in revenue. China was responsible for buying almost 70% of all the beef exported by Brazil. Right behind China, the United States, Chile, and Egypt stand out as the main destinations for our national beef.

China is the biggest export destination for 14 Brazilian states

China is Brazil’s biggest trade partner, since it is the central destination of our exports and also the primary origin of everything we import. Recently, an interesting piece of data has been released to report the participation of the country in each of the Brazilian States, revealing, likewise, that the Brazilian States where China is their shipments’ main destination are: Tocantins, Pará, Goiás, Piauí, Mato Grosso, Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais, Mato Grosso do Sul, Bahia, Maranhão, Rio Grande do Sul, Paraná, Rondônia and SP.

Thus, it seems important to note the growing participation of the Asian giant inside our own economy, as well as in Brazilian culture as a whole.

Galeão Airport breaks a record concerning cargo movement

Last year, the Galeão Airport (GIG), located in Rio de Janeiro, registered a historical record, in regard to cargo handling activities, reaching 55 thousand tons of imports and exports over the year. Compared to 2021, there was an increase of 15% and, if also compared to 2019, during the pre-pandemic period, it’s a 33% increase.

Intermodal South America starts in SP

Yesterday morning, February 28th, the largest Logistics and Foreign Trade fair in Latin America, Intermodal South America, started in São Paulo.

The event is gathering hundreds of companies and participants in search of networking and updates on the sector.

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Beef exports to China more than doubled last year

Last year, between the months of January and December, Brazilian beef exports to China more than doubled to generate US$ 7.95 billion in revenue. China was responsible for buying almost 70% of all the beef exported by Brazil. Right behind China, the United States, Chile, and Egypt stand out as the main destinations for our national beef.

China is the biggest export destination for 14 Brazilian states

China is Brazil’s biggest trade partner, since it is the central destination of our exports and also the primary origin of everything we import. Recently, an interesting piece of data has been released to report the participation of the country in each of the Brazilian States, revealing, likewise, that the Brazilian States where China is their shipments’ main destination are: Tocantins, Pará, Goiás, Piauí, Mato Grosso, Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais, Mato Grosso do Sul, Bahia, Maranhão, Rio Grande do Sul, Paraná, Rondônia and SP.

Thus, it seems important to note the growing participation of the Asian giant inside our own economy, as well as in Brazilian culture as a whole.

Galeão Airport breaks a record concerning cargo movement

Last year, the Galeão Airport (GIG), located in Rio de Janeiro, registered a historical record, in regard to cargo handling activities, reaching 55 thousand tons of imports and exports over the year. Compared to 2021, there was an increase of 15% and, if also compared to 2019, during the pre-pandemic period, it’s a 33% increase.

Intermodal South America starts in SP

Yesterday morning, February 28th, the largest Logistics and Foreign Trade fair in Latin America, Intermodal South America, started in São Paulo.

The event is gathering hundreds of companies and participants in search of networking and updates on the sector.

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TCU approves Port of Itajaí’s privatization.

Last week, the Federal Court of Accounts (TCU in Portuguese) approved the resumption of the Port of Itajaí privatization process, in the State of Santa Catarina, with the National Agency of Waterway Transport – ANTAQ – being responsible for drafting the auction notice.

In addition, the agency has also approved Copel to accelerate the renewal of the concession for the hydroelectric plant of Foz do Areia, located in Paraná.

Strike in Germany causes cancellation of over 1,200 flights.

Last Friday, the German union agreed on a strike in demand for higher wages for the sector. The action has already caused the cancellation of more than 1,200 Lufthansa flights that have impacted around 200,000 passengers, while thousands of tons of cargo are waiting to be transported.

Frankfurt and Munich were reported as the most affected airports by the strike.

Brazil to become a global leader of corn exports.

The latest corn harvest has surprised the sector’s expectations and is already placing Brazil as a global leader of corn exports.

Last month, corn shipments rose 125.9% over the same month in 2022, while the total income from such exports grew more than 160%, and the trend is even higher.

Overtaking soybean exports, corn has consolidated at the top of the ranking in the business, with Japan, China, Vietnam, and South Korea as its main destinations.

SP Expo to host the Intermodal Fair

From February 28th to March 2nd, the city of São Paulo will host the largest Logistics and Foreign Trade event in Latin America, Intermodal South America will take place at the São Paulo Expo Exhibition & Convention Center.

This will be the 27th edition of the event, which plans to congregate 500 exhibiting brands and 40,000 qualified visitors during its three days of fair, throughout 40,000m² of exhibition area. The activities will follow a hybrid format, combining physical events with real time digital actions.

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• Ethanol import tax exemption has come to an end.

In an attempt to encourage the production as well as the domestic sale of ethanol, the government has decided to end a tax exemption on its imports. The United States – currently our main supplier of Ethanol – has already reacted an issued a statement about the decision, since it could mean a significant business decline to Brazil. From now on, fuel imports will be taxed at 16%, with a possible 18% for next year.

• Brazilian port handling reached 1.2 billion tons in 2022.

Foreign Trade never stops and Brazil is still going strong. It keeps reaching historical records! Last year, the country got its highest annual result, handling 1.2 billion tons. The Ports of Santos, Suape, Itaqui, and Paranaguá are to be highlighted.

• Beef and chicken exports register growth.

Brazil has a strong international relevance in the meat market. According to data released by the Brazilian Association of Meatpacking Companies (ABRAFRIGO), last month, chicken exports reached US$856.6 million, which is equivalent to more than 420 thousand tons, a high of 40% and 20%, respectively. Regarding the shipments of beef, it had a 17% growth in volume and 7% with respect to revenue, achieving 183 thousand tons and US$ 851 million. China continues to be the main destination of our meat with a 57% share.

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Trade Balance tops a US$2.7 billion surplus.

The first month of the year’s Trade Balance has recorded a US$2.7 billion surplus, and has become the highest value for January since 2006.

Exports reached US$23.1 billion, while imports totaled US$20.4 billion. Oil and corn were the major high points in terms of exports.

Brazilian coffee exports set a historical record.

Last year, Brazilian coffee exports set an all-time record in terms of foreign exchange revenue, reaching US$8.5 billion, 46.7% over 2021.

About the volume of coffee that has been shipped, a decrease of 6.6% was registered. The international appreciation of commodities, however, caused the price per kilogram of coffee to rise by more than 55%, which explains its national revenue increase.

Brazil will no longer exempt imports of ethanol.

Despite being an important producer and exporter of ethanol, part of Brazil’s fuel is obtained externally. Since the United States remains as our main supplier, the decision has agitated North Americans, who will pay a 16% tax to export ethanol to the country. In addition, according to the Ministry of Agriculture, in 2024 this tax will be increase to 24%.

Even when the import tax on ethanol was zeroed in March, last year, in order to curb fuel inflation in the country, the decision to reinstate the tax will still prevail.

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Brazil and Argentina discuss a common currency

One of the most commented subjects in the last month was the possibility of an eventual single currency between Brazil and Argentina; the new currency would facilitate commercial exchanges between the two countries and stimulate exports to our neighbor.

During his first international trip, President Lula met with Argentine President Alberto Fernández and discussed various matters of bilateral interest. The issue of creating a common currency, however, will have to be debated by their economic teams before any definitive decision is finally made. It is also important to emphasize that this currency – which would be called “Sur” – a priori, would not replace either the Brazilian real or the Argentine peso.

Maersk and MSC announce the end of the 2M alliance

In 2015, the shipping giants, Maersk and MSC created an alliance to operate together in the international market, thus facilitating and boosting both companies.

Last week, Maersk announced that the contract, which is valid for 10 years, will not be renewed, thereby the end of the “2M alliance” will be in 2025.

The U.S. revokes import barrier against Brazilian steel

The Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has just announced that the US International Trade Commission decided to revoke the application of a tariff on steel that had existed since 1993. This removal will be of great interest for the national steel sector, which will surely expand its market in the U.S. territory.

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1) LATAM Cargo discloses the list of main products transported in 2022

According to recent data released by LATAM Cargo, last year’s most internationally transported cargo on board Brazilian aircraft were automotive accessories and parts, footwear and machinery; they represented more than a half of the volume exported from Brazil abroad and were followed by other items such as fruits, flowers, vegetables, fish, textiles, medicines and vaccines.

2) Brazil’s participation in the World Economic Forum

From January 15 to January 20, the city of Davos, Switzerland, hosted one of the most important international events in the world – the World Economic Forum. The forum has been held since 1971 to gather leaders of the world’s largest economies to discuss various international issues and create strategies as well as solutions for social, economic, and environmental development.

The Brazilian delegation included Fernando Haddad and Marina Silva, who, among many other topics, have also debated environmental and Amazon preservation issues.

3) Brazil records hit wheat harvest and reduces foreign dependency

Historically, Brazil is a great importer of wheat. However, with the increase of the harvest during the past few years, this external dependence has been reduced, consequently increasing the Brazilian highlight in cereal exports.

Brazil reported a record movement concerning wheat in 2022, with the import and export of 8.78 million tons during that period, being 5.71 million tons coming from imports and 3.07 for exports, almost three times higher than the record during 2021.

4) China begins New Year’s celebrations

On January 22, China began the celebrations of one of the most important holidays for its population, the Chinese New Year. They celebrate the arrival of the Year of the Rabbit – year 4721. As a result, this week is full of celebrations with age-old traditions and a high flow of people all over the country.

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Guarulhos Airport to offer international cargo transshipment

In order to facilitate the flow of goods even more, the International Airport of São Paulo – located in the city of Guarulhos – has just announced the offering of a cargo transshipment service. In other words, it’ll offer the consolidation of arriving freights after their deconsolidation in the terminal, along with the goods’ migration to another airline, when necessary.

Thus, Guarulhos Airport is the first one to offer this kind of service in the country.

Port of Santos hit cargo movement record

Last year, the Port of Santos registered the highest cargo movement in its history, with a 10.5% increase over 2021.

The terminal’s shipments reached 118.7 million tons, while the landings hit 43.7 million, with a total of 162.4 million tons handled during the last twelve months. Agribusiness products were the chief highlights for the Port of Santos, which received more than 5000 ships during 2022.

Brazil and the United States registered the highest revenue in history with imports and exports

Last year, trade between Brazil and the United States reached US$88.7 billion, the highest annual value in the historical series that began in 1997. Exports registered an increase of 20.2% and imports, 30.3%.

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Check out the main news about Brazil and the world that caught the attention of the Foreign Trade field last week:

Brazil sets record in chicken exports

Chicken is among the main products exported by Brazil for its great prominence in several Asian countries, considering that the Brazilian shipments of poultry meat registered a record value last year of US$8.8 billion. For 2023, the expectations are for an increase in the number of shipments of chicken meat and a consequent rise in its revenue and its exporting volume.

US announces new US$3 billion military aid to Ukraine

Almost a year ago, Russia carried out the first attacks on Ukrainian territory, which started a war in the region. Such wave of violence and attacks has been compromising the European economy and logistics ever since.

To mitigate the impacts of the war, and as an attempt to put an end to those attacks – which have already destroyed several cities and took thousands of people’s lives – the United States announced US$3.75 billion in military assistance to Ukraine. Since the beginning of the conflict, the U.S. has already sent approximately US$25 billion to that country.

World Bank warns of global recession risk

Last week, the World Bank released concerns about the direction of the world economy in 2023. The warning was contained in the semi-annual Global Economic Prospects report and indicated that global growth is likely to slow down this year, causing many countries to resort to foreign aid.

Strong economies such as those of the USA, the European Union countries, and China are registering significant declines, affecting the world into this wave of recession that must be prevented with a series of measures to be studied by the governments.

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