The national port sector ended 2020 with 239 authorized port installations, of which 195 Private Use Terminals (TUPs), 40 Cargo Transshipment Stations (ETCs) and 04 Port Tourism Facilities (IPTur). Over and above these figures, there are currently 116 existing lease agreements and 37 transitional. This is what Antaq points out. Antaq’s director, Eduardo Nery emphasized the importance of this reliable legal instrument, so as port installations can contribute to the sector and to national logistics. “The national port sector has been growing every year, also infrastructure is essential to reduce impasses and to increase cargo handling, producing wealth and jobs for the country. Antaq will continue to carefully analyzing all the documentation. The Agency prioritizes legal certainty, healthy competition and, above all, the provision of an adequate service”, said Nery.
Source: Portos e Navios (*Translated by Ia Niani)