Porto Alegre (BR POA) is best understood as a regional river port rather than a deep-sea gateway, serving the farming and industrial economy of Rio Grande do Sul in southern Brazil. Open since 1921, it offers around 8 kilometres of quays across the Mauá, Marcílio Dias and Navegantes wharves, handling grain, rice, fertilisers, breakbulk and containers. Annual traffic runs at roughly 300 vessel calls and about 576,000 tonnes. In early 2025 the port resumed long-haul ocean calls after a break, with an inbound ship carrying 11,000 tonnes of potassium nitrate from St Petersburg. Access to the open Atlantic runs through Lagoa dos Patos to the deep-water Port of Rio Grande. For container-heavy or large overseas consignments, Rio Grande remains the stronger option, with Porto Alegre handling inland distribution.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Porto Alegre?▼

The UN/LOCODE of Porto Alegre is BR POA. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.

Where is the port of Porto Alegre located?▼

The port of Porto Alegre is located in Brazil (South Atlantic Ocean).

What is the size of the port Porto Alegre?▼

Porto Alegre is a Medium harbor of type River (Natural).

What is the channel depth of Porto Alegre?▼

The channel depth of Porto Alegre is 4.9 meters.

Location & Weather

-30.03333, -51.23333

Channel depth: 4.9 m

Transit time routes from Porto Alegre

Sao Paulo → Shanghai Sao Paulo → Shenzhen Sao Paulo → Guangzhou Sao Paulo → Hong Kong Sao Paulo → Tokyo Sao Paulo → Busan

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