Ocean Freight Route

SuapeFortaleza

BRSSA
BRFOR
Distance
353 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

BR
Origin Port

Suape

Infrastructure Highlights

  • High-capacity access channel suitable for large container and tanker vessels
  • Dedicated liquid bulk terminals for petroleum and petrochemical products
  • Well-connected road network connecting the port to the Recife metropolitan area and the interior of Pernambuco
  • Upgraded container terminal facilities with ship-to-shore gantry cranes and yard equipment

Key Exports

Refined petroleum products and petrochemicalsSugar and ethanolIron and steel productsContainers with manufactured goodsAgricultural commodities (including grains and fruit)

Export Compliance

Shippers are required to follow Brazilian customs regulations and electronic export documentation via the Single Foreign Trade Portal (Portal Único Siscomex)

BR
Destination Port

Fortaleza

Infrastructure Highlights

  • A range of breakbulk cargo berths with modern handling equipment
  • Purpose-built container terminal facilities with quay gantry cranes
  • Temperature-controlled storage areas supporting agri-food exports
  • Truck access routes to the BR-116 and BR-222 corridors enable hinterland distribution

Key Imports

Machinery and industrial equipmentChemicals and petrochemical productsConsumer goods and electronicsFertilizers and agricultural inputsConstruction materials

Import Regulations

Imports are subject to Brazilian customs clearance procedures, including detailed HS classification and payment of applicable duties and taxes.

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