Brazilian grain terminal completes berth deepening to accommodate fully laden Kamsarmaxes
The dredging programme allows deeper draught loading and is expected to improve vessel utilisation on Far East routes.
A grain export terminal in northern Brazil has completed a berth deepening programme that allows Kamsarmax vessels to load to fuller draught, the terminal operator said.
The work is expected to improve cargo intake per voyage and reduce the need for topping-off operations, supporting efficiency for charterers on Far East routes.
Northern Brazilian ports have gained share of the country's grain exports over the past decade as inland logistics have improved.
The operator said the terminal's annual throughput capacity would rise as a result of the improved loading conditions.
Dry bulk owners have noted that deeper loading at Brazilian terminals supports tonne-mile demand on the long-haul route to China.
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