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UNLOCODEBR SSZ
CountryBrazil
Water BodySouth Atlantic Ocean
SizeLarge
TypeCoastal (Natural)
Channel Depth12.5 m
Lat-23.9500
Lng-46.3000
Classificationgateway_202606
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About This Seaport
Operators such as DP World, Brasil Terminal Portuário (BTP) and Santos Brasil (Tecon Santos) share the quays of Brazil's busiest port, which set a record of about 5.9 million TEU in 2025 and handled 186.4 million tonnes overall, up 3.6% on its previous 2024 record. Located on the South Atlantic in São Paulo state, Santos combines container traffic with vast agribulk flows: soybeans, sugar, maize and coffee anchor the export side, while consumer goods, chemicals and industrial equipment dominate imports. DP World's terminal alone moved about 1.3 million TEU in 2025 and is being expanded by roughly 25% under a R$1.6 billion investment. Hinterland access runs by road and rail into the sugarcane and soy belts of São Paulo and the Centre-West. Customs and foreign-trade clearance go through Brazil's Receita Federal and the Siscomex platform, and demurrage during peak harvest months is a familiar challenge. For forwarders, Santos is the default gateway for São Paulo cargo, with Paranaguá and the Santa Catarina ports of Itajaí and Navegantes serving as practical alternatives. Reefer volumes for meat, fruit and juice are substantial and well supported by cold-chain infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Santos?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Santos is BR SSZ. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Santos located?▼
The port of Santos is located in Brazil (South Atlantic Ocean).
What is the size of the port Santos?▼
Santos is a Large harbor of type Coastal (Natural).
What is the channel depth of Santos?▼
The channel depth of Santos is 12.5 meters.
Location & Weather
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-23.95000, -46.30000
Channel depth: 12.5 m
Transit time routes from Santos
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