The Port of Itaqui was the only one in Brazil to handle soybeans and corn above its potential in 2020, according to a logistic map of grain exports released earlier this week by the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock – CNA. The port handled 12.1 million tons of grain in 2020, even with its capacity for handling no more than 12 million tons. “The outcome consolidates the leadership of Porto do Itaqui in the North Arch, as well as its importance for the production and flow of grains in Brazil,” said Ted Lago, the president of the port. According to the survey, soybean and corn exports by Brazil’s North Arch reached 42.3 million tons in 2020, an increase of 487.5% when compared to 2009, when the previous survey was carried out. “Considering the cargo-handling performance above 12 million tons last year, as well as the larger volume this year, we have a clear notion that infrastructure should always be in compliance with cargo handling”, said Ted Lago.
Sources: CNA / Porto do Itaqui (*Translated by Ia Niani)