The port sector is rapidly evolving, requiring substantial long-term investments and adaptable strategies to navigate the shipping industry’s challenges. A new technical study highlights the importance of consolidating hub ports in Brazil, emphasizing their potential to enhance competitiveness and reduce costs in foreign trade. By utilizing large vessels in a hub-and-spoke model, Brazil could significantly lower maritime transport costs and improve logistics efficiency. The study identifies key ports, notably Santos, as prime candidates for development, urging official planning to support this initiative and optimize national logistics while fostering economic growth.

Source: https://www.freightweek.org/index.php/en/latest-news/8770-the-future-of-port-hubs-in-brazil