In addition to reducing the emission of greenhouse gases with the adoption of better livestock practices, Brazil can contribute to global decarbonization through the use of larger ships in agribusiness exports. Simulations carried out by the Research and Extension Group of EsalqLog show that the use of Capesize-type vessels (bulk carriers with a capacity of up to 200,000 tons) can reduce CO2 emissions by 31% compared to Panamax, which have the capacity to transport between 60,000 and 70,000 tons and are currently the most used models for shipments to China. In Brazil, only the terminals of Barcarena (PA), Itaqui (MA) and Cotegipe (BA) and the Terminal of Tubarão (ES) are able to receive the “superships”. In Aracruz, Espírito Santo, a new generation private terminal complex is under construction, Porto Imetame, which is the first planned to operate large bulk carriers in Brazil. There, the depth will be 17 meters.
Sources: Valor Econômico/Datamar News