Porto de Imbituba Sees Record Volume in October 2025

IMBITUBA, Brazil – The Porto de Imbituba reported significant growth, handling 6.17 million tons of cargo from January to October 2025, with October standing out as the busiest month to date.

The port achieved 714.7 thousand tons in cargo movement in October alone, reinforcing its continuous growth trajectory. The annual figures show that export volumes reached 2.53 million tons, with notable contributions from calcined coke, non-calcined coke, and corn meal.

In terms of imports, 2.86 million tons were recorded, marking a 2.5% increase compared to the same period in 2024. October was particularly noteworthy, as it saw over 406 thousand tons of imports in a single month, the highest volume since the port commenced operations.

The primary imported goods included bituminous coal, salt, and industrial inputs. Cabotage trade also experienced growth, with 547.3 thousand tons loaded and 136.8 thousand tons unloaded over the year, reflecting a 3.8% increase from 2024.

Transshipment saw even more impressive results, with 56 thousand tons loaded and 44.9 thousand tons unloaded, a staggering increase of 113.1% compared to the previous year. Solid bulk cargo continues to dominate, accounting for 77.8% of the total movement, led by petroleum coke, bulk sugar, bituminous coal, salt, and corn meal.

The container segment is also expanding, contributing 17.3% of the total volume, exceeding 1.06 million tons. This growth indicates an increasing interest in Imbituba for high-value cargo.

Beto Martins, the Secretary of Ports, Airports, and Railways of Santa Catarina, attributed the port’s sustained growth to disciplined operations, qualified teams, and modernization investments. “The numbers for 2025 demonstrate that Governor Jorginho Mello’s management is on the right track, enhancing service capacity and ensuring cargo diversification,” he said.

Christiano Lopes, the CEO of SCPAR Porto de Imbituba, remarked on the strategic importance of the port for Santa Catarina, stating, “The results confirm that Santa Catarina is reaping the benefits of effective planning and investment in efficiency and technology.”

As of October, with 27 ships served and over 714.7 thousand tons handled, it solidified its status as the year’s peak month. If current trends continue, the port is projected to exceed 7 million tons by December.

At a national level, Porto de Imbituba is notable for its operational agility, predictable logistics, and reduced waiting times, which are attracting new operators and strengthening its position in the Southern Brazil transport corridor. The port’s international trade operations totaled over $1.44 billion from January to October 2025, reinforcing its role in Santa Catarina’s trade balance, according to the Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce and Services.