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UNLOCODEBR RIO
CountryBrazil
Water BodySouth Atlantic Ocean
SizeLarge
TypeCoastal (Natural)
Channel Depth15.5 m
Lat-22.9000
Lng-43.1667
Classificationgateway_202606
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About This Seaport
ICTSI handles Rio de Janeiro's container traffic at Rio Brasil Terminal 1 in Guanabara Bay – about 460,000 TEU in 2025 – and is now investing R$948 million (roughly USD 175 million) to lift capacity from around 440,000 to 750,000 TEU by 2029. That still leaves Rio (BR RIO) second to Santos among South-East Brazil's box ports. The harbour is far more than containers, however: its berths handle steel, motor vehicles and auto parts, minerals and dimension stone such as ornamental granite, and Rio also serves as a supply base for the offshore oil and gas fields of the Campos and Santos basins. The first two new ship-to-shore cranes, built for vessels up to 366 metres and more than 13,000 TEU, are due in mid-2026. Hinterland haulage runs mainly by road into greater Rio and the industrial belt toward São Paulo and Minas Gerais, with rail playing a minor part. Customs and import clearance go through Brazil's Receita Federal, whose procedures can add dwell time and demurrage. For forwarders, Rio fits containers, breakbulk, vehicles and project cargo tied to Rio de Janeiro state; shippers needing the densest liner schedules turn to Santos (BR SSZ), or to Itapoá and Paranaguá for the south.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Rio De Janeiro?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Rio De Janeiro is BR RIO. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Rio De Janeiro located?▼
The port of Rio De Janeiro is located in Brazil (South Atlantic Ocean).
What is the size of the port Rio De Janeiro?▼
Rio De Janeiro is a Large harbor of type Coastal (Natural).
What is the channel depth of Rio De Janeiro?▼
The channel depth of Rio De Janeiro is 15.5 meters.
Location & Weather
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-22.90000, -43.16667
Channel depth: 15.5 m
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