In January 2026, the Port of Santos achieved its best start to the year ever, defying the usual seasonal trends. Total handling hit 12.7 million tons, a 9.5% increase compared to 2025 and 6.8% above the previous record. Container volumes also reached a new high, reaching 467,000 TEU, alongside 446 vessel calls, a 2.5% rise. According to Anderson Pomini, these results stem from effective strategic planning. The strong performance was largely driven by agribusiness, particularly a surge in sugar and soybean exports, reinforcing the port’s role in handling 29.5% of Brazil’s trade flow.
Source: Porto Gente (*Translated by Ia Niani)
PORT OF SANTOS HITS ALL-TIME HIGH IN EARLY 2026
Published On - 26 de February de 2026