PORT OF IMBITUBA POSTS BEST OCTOBER ON RECORD, APPROACHES 7M TONNES IN 2025

The Port of Imbituba recorded strong growth from January to October 2025, handling 6.17 million tonnes and 268 vessel calls, positioning the Santa Catarina terminal for a potential annual record above 7 million tonnes if the pace continues. October marked the best month in its history, with 714,700 tonnes handled and more than 406,000 tonnes imported — the highest monthly import volume ever. Year-to-date results show exports at 2.53 million tonnes, imports at 2.86 million tonnes (up 2.5% from 2024), and cabotage rising 3.8%, while containers represent 17.3% of total throughput. Authorities attribute the growth to infrastructure modernization, including dredging, berth expansion and digitalization, reinforcing the port’s strategic role in regional logistics and competitiveness.
Source: SC TD / Datamar News