The Port of Itaqui closed 2021 with more than 31 million tons of cargo handled, a growth of 23% compared to the previous year. Altogether, 24 historical marks were surpassed in the last 12 months. Soybeans reached 10 million tons, while fuels reached 9.9 million tons; and fertilizers totaled 3.3 million tons in 2021. Liquid bulk grew by 56% and dry bulk grew 12%. General cargo increased about 8% in relation to 2020. Soybean exports rose 16%, and fertilizer imports remained high, up 26% from the volume handled in 2020. According to the National Supply Company (Conab), the record growth of fertilizers could mean that producers must increase the planted area of soybeans, corn, and cotton. For 2022, the Port of Itaqui announces the expansion of the port with a new berth as from January (the 99).
Sources: Portos e Navios /Gobal Fert (*Translated by Ia Niani)