Brazil’s waterway network reached a historic milestone in 2024. The most recent Waterway Performance Report from ANTAQ (the Brazilian National Waterway Transport Agency) indicates that 1.32 billion tons of cargo were moved during the year, the highest volume to date.
What’s Fueling Brazil’s Waterway Logistics Acceleration
In 2024, the waterway sector experienced a 1.18% increase in cargo compared to 2023. Insights from the Institute of Logistics and Supply Chain show that this expansion is not an isolated event, but the outcome of several structural advances across the industry, including:
- significant fleet expansion
- development of new maritime routes
- use of more efficient logistics systems
- broader use of multimodal transportation across the industry and retail
- further coordinating coastal shipping with road transport and warehousing.
Coastal Shipping By The Numbers
Of this total, the containerized cargo reached a record of 46.76 million tons during 2024, a 20% increase compared to 2023, reflecting growing demand for sustainable, fully integrated logistics solutions and reinforcing coastal shipping’s fit with modern supply chain goals and needs.
Operational Benefits
- reduce logistics costs by as much as 30%
- lower CO₂ emissions by up to 85%
- enable end-to-end operations with enhanced safety and scalability
Together, these benefits make coastal shipping an increasingly appealing option for connecting industrial centres, distribution hubs and consumer markets across Brazil, helping create a more balanced and sustainable logistics network.
Where Log-In Fits Into Brazil’s Logistics Evolution
Amid this transformation, Log-In Integrated Logistics has established itself as an important contributor to Brazil's logistics evolution. Aligning with customer needs, Log-In:
- uses an integrated approach with customized logistics solutions
- connects maritime transportation with road freight and warehousing
- promotes a more agile, connected and results-driven supply chain
Rooted in innovation, a strong commitment to environmental stewardship and operational excellence, Log-In Integrated Logistics continues to strengthen its position as a driving force of coastal shipping. The company not only supports Brazil’s current logistical demand but also helps develop a more sustainable infrastructure for growth.
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