Port of Itaqui

Itaqui port, designated UN/LOCODE BRITQ, operates on Brazil’s southeastern Atlantic flank within the state of Rio Grande do Sul, positioned near the mouth of the Uruguay River at coordinates –29.1294007 N and –56.5481122 W. The facility, operating in the America/Sao_Paulo time zone, serves as a node for regional trade, linking South American commodity flows to maritime routes. With deep-water berths capable of accommodating Pan‑amax and Handymax vessels, it facilitates the handlingweapon of bulk grains, iron ore, bulk cargos, underpinning the agribusiness and mining sectors. efficient logistics infrastructure, hinterland connectivity, adherence to international shipping standards underpin Itaqui’s role as a linchpin in Brazil’s maritime logistics network.