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By Sertrading Sertrading April 14, 2025
Por Augusto Ribeiro , Coordenador de Logística. No comércio internacional, o fortalecimento da cadeia logística passa, cada vez mais, pelo controle direto das operações portuárias. Em um movimento estratégico, os grandes armadores têm investido diretamente em terminais portuários, transportadoras e agentes de carga, buscando mais eficiência, previsibilidade e competitividade. No último ano, esse cenário ganhou novos capítulos importantes: • CMA CGM , um dos maiores armadores globais, adquiriu 48% das ações da Santos Brasil, operador que possui unidades em Santos (SP) e Imbituba (SC). • MSC , líder mundial em transporte marítimo de contêineres, ampliou sua presença no Brasil ao adquirir 56,47% da Wilson, Sons , que opera terminais na Bahia e no Rio Grande do Sul. A MSC, por meio da sua subsidiária Terminal Investment Limited (TIL), já participa também da operação de terminais como Portonave (Navegantes, SC), Multirio (Rio de Janeiro, RJ) e TVV (Vitória, ES). • Maersk , o segundo maior armador do mundo, reforçou sua estratégia ao deter 30% das ações do Porto de Itapoá (SC) e ao integrar a joint venture da BTP (Santos, SP) com a MSC. Em 2024, por meio da APM Terminals, anunciou a construção de um novo porto em Suape (PE), com investimento de R$ 1,6 bilhão. Esse movimento ocorre em um contexto em que mais de 70% das embarcações chegam atrasadas ou fora das suas janelas de atracação, impactadas por fatores como acúmulo de cargas, ineficiências operacionais, congestionamento retroportuário e eventos climáticos adversos. Ter controle sobre os terminais representa, para os armadores, não apenas a redução de custos, mas também a maximização de lucros e a garantia de uma operação mais fluida. O impacto para o importador e exportador Diante dessa nova dinâmica, o importador e o exportador precisam ir além da busca pelo frete mais competitivo. É essencial considerar: • O armador: quem está por trás da operação? • A rota internacional: quais riscos e oportunidades existem no trajeto? • O terminal de destino: quem gerencia a atracação e a movimentação de cargas? A análise estratégica dessas variáveis é fundamental para garantir a eficiência logística e a competitividade dos negócios. Em um ambiente global cada vez mais integrado, entender a configuração dos investimentos portuários é tão importante quanto negociar prazos e tarifas. E você pode contar com a expertise da Sertrading para te apoiar.
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thiago pontes
February 16, 2024
How do you import an aircraft? What are the steps and precautions when bringing a helicopter into Brazil? What are the most efficient ways to do this type of business? These and other questions were answered by the vice-president of Sertrading, Thiago Pontes, in an interview on the podcast Helitalks! On the occasion, Thiago spoke about the complex process of importing aircraft and shared his perceptions and specialized knowledge to provide an in-depth view of a world that, for many, remains a mystery. The vice president highlights the importance of having a well-defined strategic plan to identify the best solutions and opportunities. A company like Sertrading, a leader and reference in aircraft imports in the country, provides specialized consulting for customers, guiding them on the five main pillars: operational, logistical, tax, financial and technological. Regarding the operational process, importing an aircraft involves a significant amount of documentation, including airworthiness certificates, registrations, tax documents and many others. When the customer decides to rely on a trading company, the role of the partner company is to assist in negotiating sales contracts in order to ensure that all terms are favorable for the importer and that all necessary documents are in order. Another crucial step is compliance with Brazilian aircraft safety regulations and standards. For this reason, the company oversees approvals, ensuring that the helicopter or airplane meets all regulatory requirements in Brazil. In the case of purchasing used aircraft, the entire analysis and procedure occurs with even more scrutiny. The topics discussed in the interview did not fail to highlight the logistical complexities. At this stage, the trading company also offers all the necessary support in transporting the aircraft from the country of origin to Brazil, including air or sea details, cargo insurance and customs clearance. In addition, it assists with customs and tax procedures so that all tax obligations are satisfied. By opting for this approach, the total cost associated with importing an aircraft is considerably lower, and this is due to Sertrading's ability to optimize the import process, negotiate more advantageous prices with suppliers and deal with complexities. Sertrading operates with intelligence, excellence and innovation to find personalized solutions and opportunities for its customers. With 23 years in the sector, it has become a reference in quality. Want to know more? Watch the video!
pacto global da onu
February 16, 2024
Committed to helping tackle society's most pressing challenges, Alfredo de Goeye, president of Sertrading, signed the letter of adherence to the UN Global Compact and its Ten Universal Principles in the areas of Human Rights, Labor, Environment and Anti-Corruption. Launched in 2000, the Global Compact is a call for companies to align their strategies and operations with the Ten Universal Principles in the areas of Human Rights, Labor, Environment and Anti-Corruption and develop actions that contribute to addressing society's challenges. It is currently the largest corporate sustainability initiative in the world, with more than 16,000 participants, including companies and organizations, across 70 local networks in 160 countries. The Global Compact is not a regulatory instrument, a mandatory code of conduct or a forum to police management policies and practices. It is a voluntary initiative that provides guidelines for promoting sustainable growth and civic responsibility through committed and innovative corporate leadership. Sertrading is committed to making each of these principles part of the company's strategy, culture and daily operations and, in this way, starting a new chapter in our history, in which we promote significant positive impacts not only on employees, customers and partners, but also on society.
Uma grande placa do show de aviação Catalina com um avião ao fundo.
By Carolina della Nina February 16, 2024
Flying even higher in the sector, in 2023 we had the honor of actively participating in the biggest aircraft events in Latin America, shaping the future of Foreign Trade in the segment. In May, we were at HeliXP, the largest rotary wing event in Latin America. The fair brought together the main launches and technologies on the market with the exhibition of helicopters, demonstration flights, presentations and workshops on import solutions and much more. The following month, in June, the Catarina Aviation Show brought together manufacturers, companies and executive aviation partners with global launches of jets, helicopters and supercars. As absolute leaders in the aircraft import segment and prominent in vehicle imports, we were present with the biggest (and most beautiful!) stand at the fair. In partnership with Ford, we presented the launch of the F-150 pickup truck and offered a unique experience: test-drives of the powerful and iconic Mustang Match-1. In August, we participated in Labace, the largest and most important business aviation event in Latin America, a meeting place for the main aeronautical suppliers and service providers, aircraft owners and enthusiasts in the area. In the Sertrading space, we welcomed Robert Scheidt, brand ambassador and multi-olympic medalist, at an exclusive cocktail party for guests. The fair was an opportunity to strengthen ties and relationships with customers. We are excited to be part of important events in the aviation market and look forward to sharing more inspiring experiences. Together, towards new heights and new destinations in 2024!
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