MARITIME SHIPPING LANE SECURITY GAINS GLOBAL RELEVANCE, UNDERSCORES BRAZIL’S STRATEGIC ROLE

Rising risks in key chokepoints, including the Strait of Hormuz, are increasing focus on maritime shipping lane security, which supports about 80% of global trade. In Brazil, the Port of Santos remains critical infrastructure, handling 29.6% of the country’s foreign trade in 2025, with throughput at 186.4 million tonnes (+3.6% y/y) and 5,708 vessel calls (+2.7%). Container volumes exceeded 5.9 million TEUs, while bulk flows were led by soybeans (44.9 million tonnes), sugar (24.1 million) and corn (15.2 million). Brazil relies on seaborne trade for ~95% of exports. The Navy maintains surveillance and response capacity across shipping lanes and the “Blue Amazon” (5.7 million sq km), supported by ~70 vessels and ~50 aircraft. Authorities warn disruptions could trigger supply risks, higher costs and congestion across logistics chains.
Source: Agência Marinha de Notícias