Porto Sudeste Soars and Sets Historical Records in Ore Movement in August

Written by Caio Aviz

Published on 02/09/2025 at 13:36

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Port Reaches Unprecedented Milestones in Its 10 Years of Operation

August 2024 was a historic month for Porto Sudeste, in Itaguaí (RJ).

The private port terminal completed 10 years of operation and recorded unprecedented numbers in iron ore handling.

During this period, the port surpassed all its operational records.

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Record Monthly Volume of Iron Ore

On August 31, Porto Sudeste achieved the largest monthly volume in its history, handling 3.3 million tons of iron ore.

The completion of operations for the vessels Berge Bimberi and KSL Seattle confirmed this milestone.
The Berge Bimberi loaded 203,153 tons.

The KSL Seattle left the Sepetiba Bay with 181,015 tons.

In August 2020, they recorded the previous record of 2.95 million tons.

The current performance exceeded the previous benchmark by more than 350,000 tons.

Daily Unloading Above Any Expectations

Another highlight was the unloading of 12 trains in a single day, also in August 2024.

This achievement totaled over 177,000 tons of iron ore.

The result surpassed the previous record of 10 trains unloaded in a single day.

The previous mark was reached in 2023.

This performance demonstrates the increasing efficiency of the operation.

Moreover, it reinforces the terminal’s logistics capacity to meet the high demand of the Brazilian mineral sector.

Operational Efficiency Highlighted by Management

According to Robson Couto, operations manager at Porto Sudeste, the obtained results demonstrate efficiency, safety, and the team’s commitment.

He highlighted that the numbers celebrate the tenth year of the port’s operation.

According to him, the results represent the company’s capacity to meet the growing market demands.

In addition, he emphasized that the port maintains high standards of safety and sustainability in all operations.

The numbers reinforce the strategic importance of the port for the economy and logistics of the sector.

Strategic Port for Mining and Energy

The Porto Sudeste is located on Ilha da Madeira, in Itaguaí (RJ). Due to its strategic position, it efficiently integrates the national logistics chain.

Since 2015, the terminal has been growing sustainably. Moreover, it maintains a commitment to socio-environmental responsibility, making it a reference in the sector.

The port’s design was conceived to operate various solid bulk commodities. However, iron ore remains its main focus of operation.

Additionally, the terminal can also load liquids. This operational flexibility expands its role in production and export chains.

It is crucial for transporting mining production. At the same time, it plays a vital role in the transshipment of oil and derivatives from the Santos Basin, in the pre-salt area.

Finally, upon completing ten years of operation, Porto Sudeste reaffirms its importance in the economic development of Brazil.

Porto Sudeste Soars and Sets Historical Records in Ore Movement in August

Port Reaches Unprecedented Milestones in Its 10 Years of Operation

Record Monthly Volume of Iron Ore

Daily Unloading Above Any Expectations

Operational Efficiency Highlighted by Management

Strategic Port for Mining and Energy

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Porto Sudeste Soars and Sets Historical Records in Ore Movement in August

Port Reaches Unprecedented Milestones in Its 10 Years of Operation

Record Monthly Volume of Iron Ore

Daily Unloading Above Any Expectations

Operational Efficiency Highlighted by Management

Strategic Port for Mining and Energy

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