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With ships unable to dock at the Itajaí port complex, the maritime sector suffers from the consequences caused by the rains.
The Itajaí-Açu Port Complex, vital for the maritime transport in the region has been facing serious disruption for two weeks. Adverse weather conditions in Santa Catarina forced the closure of the access channel, resulting in significant damage to navigation. In addition to making it impossible for ships to reach the port.
See how the Itajaí Port Complex is doing
Impact on ship traffic
Since the closure at the beginning of this month, 37 ships have been unable to dock at the Itajaí and Navegantes port complex.
The closure was determined by the Brazilian Navy, due to the high risk of navigation caused by intense rains, which resulted in dangerous currents.
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Waiting for clearance to dock
Ships now form a queue on the high seas, awaiting clearance to dock at the port complex.
In addition to the 37 ships prevented from arriving, four others remain anchored at sea.
The situation could get worse, as there are 12 ships sailing towards Itajaí, increasing the waiting list for docking.
With ships stopped, the financial losses are considerable
The Union of Shipowners and Fishing Industries of Itajaí and Region estimates that each day of stoppage results in significant losses for a single vessel, ranging between 30 thousand and 50 thousand dollars, equivalent to up to R$ 252 thousand.
O financial impact extends to the entire sector, accumulating millions of dollars in losses as the closure period persists.
The future of the maritime sector and the port complex
With the river still on alert, remaining above 6 meters in Blumenau, and the situation still has no prediction of when it will return to normal, there is no estimated date for the ships lined up on the high seas and those that are yet to arrive, finally manage to carry out their maneuvers and return to active duty in ports.
The maritime transport sector awaits and hopes for more favorable weather conditions to resume its operations, seeking to minimize the impacts accumulated during this prolonged interruption.
