Ocean Freight Route

BaltimoreSalvador

USBAL
BRSSA
Distance
3,791 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

US
Origin Port

Baltimore

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Several deep-water berths capable of accommodating Panamax and post-Panamax vessels
  • Dedicated Ro-Ro and auto terminals with high-throughput ramps and storage yards
  • Integrated rail connections to Class I railroads for inland intermodal distribution
  • Upgraded container terminals equipped with ship-to-shore gantry cranes and automated yard equipment

Key Exports

Automobiles and light vehiclesAgricultural and construction machineryCoal and other bulk commoditiesForest products and paperContainerized manufactured goods

Export Compliance

Shippers are required to follow U.S. Export Administration Regulations and applicable sanctions programs when routing cargo via Baltimore.

BR
Destination Port

Salvador

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Recently improved container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes
  • Purpose-built berths for container operations
  • Efficient road connections to the BR-324 highway facilitate hinterland distribution
  • Good access to Salvador’s international airport enhances multimodal logistics

Key Imports

Industrial machinery and equipmentChemicals and petrochemical feedstocksConsumer goods and electronicsFertilizersSteel and metal products

Import Regulations

All imports are subject to Brazilian customs clearance through Siscomex and often require import licenses (LI) for controlled items.

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