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NDI Log Projects Growth of Up to 40% in Moving Cargo at Ports of Santa Catarina, Highlighting Logistical Centers and Advanced Port Infrastructure.
The growth expectation in cargo movement at the ports of Santa Catarina is high. With modern infrastructure and the presence of cutting-edge logistical centers, NDI Log projects a significant increase of up to 40% for the second semester, demonstrating the development potential and efficiency of the Santa Catarina terminals.
In addition to the expected increase, the Santa Catarina ports reinforce their strategic importance in the national and international scenario. Continuous investments and improvements in logistics make the ports of Santa Catarina a key element for the flow of products. This growth projection emphasizes the competitiveness and relevance of the state in the port sector.
Growth in Cargo Movement at Ports of Santa Catarina
Credits Alexandre Hang/Growth Global. The increasing movement at the Ports of Santa Catarina has generated a significant rise in the demand for highly technological logistical centers in the state. NDI Log, a renowned logistics company from Santa Catarina, anticipates a growth of up to 40% in the second half of 2024, driven by the accelerated pace of cargo movement.
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According to the Secretariat of Ports, Airports, and Railways (SPAF), cargo movement at Santa Catarina ports grew by 11.4% in 2023, compared to the previous year, while the national average was 6.86%. This growth above the national average highlights the importance of the ports of Santa Catarina in the Brazilian logistic landscape.
Start of 2024 and Future Projections
For the year 2024, the growth perspective continues. Portonave, one of the main ports in Santa Catarina, registered a 41% increase in cargo movement between January and May, compared to the same period last year. The Port of São Francisco do Sul, on the other hand, experienced a growth of 16%, while the Port of Itapoá reported a 12% increase in the first half compared to the first six months of 2023.
This joint growth reinforces the high demand for logistical centers in the northern region of the state. Santa Catarina, with its strategic ports such as Navegantes-Itajaí (Portonave), São Francisco do Sul, and Itapoá, establishes itself as an important port axis in the country.
Highlight of NDI Log in Logistical Operations
This increase in demand is directly linked to the privileged location and solutions offered by NDI Log, which support the financial sustainability of importing companies. This perception places the company in the spotlight, with expectations of growth of up to 40% in the second semester of 2024. Fabrício Tomaz, logistics manager at NDI Log, emphasizes the importance of this evolution for the sector.
Fábio Silva, the company’s director, highlights the substantial investments in modernization and expansion of the port infrastructures of the state, which have resulted in a significant increase in the efficiency and speed of operations. The adoption of advanced technologies for container management and port operations has been fundamental to these advances.
Strategic Location and Tax Incentives
The geographical location and tax incentives offered by Santa Catarina are other factors that foster the logistical centers and ports of Santa Catarina. Strategically positioned between Brazil’s largest production and consumption centers and close to Mercosur markets, Santa Catarina has excellent road connectivity that facilitates logistics and reduces transportation costs.
This operational efficiency becomes a crucial competitive differential for the ports of Santa Catarina. NDI Log, with its expertise, offers highly technological services to develop clients’ logistical planning, reducing operational costs and ensuring the financial sustainability of importing companies.
Investments and Expansions at NDI Log
The increase in freight originating from Asia, exacerbated by conflicts in the Middle East, makes cost reduction solutions even more essential for importing companies. NDI Log provides smart and personalized services capable of optimizing container cube and consequently reducing import costs.
Silva emphasizes that the superior capacity of containers, provided by NDI Log’s solutions, directly reflects on the financial sustainability of companies. To keep up with growing demand, NDI Log plans to create a high-security area for high-value products and expand e-commerce and product assembly services.
Corporate Improvements and Commitment to Excellence
In addition to investments in security and storage capacity, NDI Log is also implementing improvements in infrastructure, such as a helicopter landing pad and a community center for employees. These initiatives not only elevate operational standards but also reinforce the company’s competitive position in the logistics market, highlighting its commitment to excellence and adaptation to the emerging needs of clients.
About NDI Log
NDI Log, located in Barra Velha, Santa Catarina, has its own Distribution Center of 11,500 m². The company is strategically positioned in one of Brazil’s main import and export corridors, close to the ports of Itapoá (98km), Itajaí (45km), and Navegantes (40km), as well as along BR 101.
NDI Log combines this privileged location with extensive expertise to offer high-quality logistical solutions. Among the services offered by the company are strategic inventory management, detailed description of stock content to avoid waste, use of advanced technologies to identify, separate, and prepare orders, and numerous value-added services, such as labeling, repalletizing, and verification.
Source: Growth Global Press
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