The Port of Santos is poised to expand its size to 20.4 million square meters (m²) over the next 30 years, incorporating 12.6 million m² across Santos, São Vicente, Guarujá, and Cubatão. A decree to integrate 15 new areas and extend the port’s boundary by 162.4% is expected to be issued in February 2025. The announcement was made on December 12 by Brazil’s Minister of Ports and Airports (Mpor), Silvio Costa Filho, and Anderson Pomini, President of the Santos Port Authority (APS). Mr. Pomini emphasized that the expansion is a critical milestone for the Santos port complex (currently area 7.8 million m²), with a primary focus on bolstering waterway transportation. He also noted the strategic importance of including areas in São Vicente to enhance this initiative.
Sources: A Tribuna/Datamar News