Danish integrated container logistics company Maersk has announced new investments in two strategic inland facilities in Rio Grande (RS) and Paranaguá (PR), expanding its logistics network in Southern Brazil.
Maersk stated that Rio Grande and Paranaguá were selected for their position within high volume export corridors and proximity to major production centers.
Both sites are located near their respective ports with direct road access to regional distribution hubs, enabling faster container rotation, improved inland transport efficiency, and reduced bottlenecks during seasonal peaks.
The facilities also strengthen connectivity between ports, hinterland markets, and crossborder flows within South America.
Rio Grande additionally supports the cabotage network operated by Aliança Navegação e Logística.
The facilities will offer container inspection, cleaning, repairs, and operational support services to help reduce customer lead times.
The expanded infrastructure also enables Maersk to further integrate depot operations with inland transport, customs related activities, and ocean services.
Maersk managing director east coast South America, Ricardo Rocha, said: “These investments respond to the needs of customers moving agribusiness, refrigerated commodities, and industrial cargo through Brazil’s main export corridors.
“By expanding capacity near the ports of Rio Grande and Paranaguá, we strengthen inland reliability, support peak season demand, and create simpler end to end logistics solutions for the sectors driving Brazil’s trade growth.”
