Towage and marine services provider Svitzer has started operations at the Port of Itaqui in Sao Luis, Maranhoo, Brazil.
The company’s investment surpasses 650m reals (approximately $125m) over nine years.
The Port of Itaqui is a crucial logistical hub within Brazil’s port complex, essential for the Central-North and Central Brazil corridors.
Equipped with advanced facilities, including grain and fuel storage, deep berths for large vessels, and multimodal transport links, the port plays a pivotal role in the region’s and the country’s economic growth.
Svitzer Americas managing director Arjen Van Dijk said: “The Port of Itaqui serves as a critical hub for cargo from the Corredor Centro-Norte and Brazil’s Central-West region.
“We are proud to be able to serve our customers while at the same time supporting the continued development of Brazil’s national trade and logistics.”
This expansion enhances Svitzer’s coastal presence, adding to its operations in eight other Brazilian ports.
Supporting Svitzer’s Maranhoo venture are two tugboats, the Svitzer Denise and Svitzer Joaquim R.
These Azimuth Stern Drive (ASD) models are designed to meet the operational requirements of the ports of Itaqui, Ponta da Madeira, and Alumar, ensuring safe manoeuvres.
Svitzer Brazil’s fleet includes 22 tugboats, with three more ASD vessels under construction. Designed by Robert Allan, these vessels are being built at the Rio Maguari shipyard in Belem, Para.
Svitzer Brazil president Daniel Cohen said: “Our entry into yet another port underscores our long-term commitment to the Brazilian market.
“Itaqui is the largest public port in northern and northeastern Brazil and ranks as the fourth-largest public port nationwide. It is a strategic hub for regional production and exports, including iron ore and soybeans.”
In May, Svitzer announced the delivery of Svitzer Babitonga, the last in a series of six vessels from the 2300 Rampart Series.
Last year, Svitzer introduced the IMO Tier III-compliant tug Svitzer Jubilee at the Port of Tyne. This Damen ASD tug features a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system to cut nitrogen oxide emissions.
“Svitzer commences towage services at Sao Luis Port in Brazil” was originally created and published by Ship Technology, a GlobalData owned brand.
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