Usiminas terminal in Cubatão begins unloading fertilizers.

The first fertilizer unloading operation in Usiminas' history was carried out at its Private Maritime Terminal, located in Cubatão (SP), marking a new step in its strategy of diversifying revenue through logistics. The operation, carried out in November in partnership with the company Yara, moved 11,8 tons of YaraBela® fertilizer, originating from Sluiskil, Norway, destined for the Cubatão Industrial Complex and the blending unit in Alfenas (MG).

This initiative is part of Usiminas' plan to expand the logistics service profile of the terminal, which until now has been mainly focused on the mining and metallurgical chain. In addition to diversifying cargo flow, the operation reinforces the terminal's position as a strategic alternative for companies located in the Cubatão Industrial Complex, offering access to a port route integrated with rail and road networks, less subject to the restrictions and queues of traditional ports in the region.

“Yara is constantly seeking competitive solutions to meet its logistical needs. We were pioneers, for example, in carrying out the first bulk fertilizer cabotage operation in Brazil, in the use of LNG-powered trucks for transporting inputs, and in OEA certification in the sector. This port project in Cubatão is yet another initiative that highlights our strategy of enabling alternatives for maximum efficiency in our operation,” says Diego Garcia, Logistics Manager at Yara Brazil.

According to Vinicius Benincasa, Senior Manager of Port Logistics at Usiminas, the terminal offers significant logistical advantages. "The Cubatão Private Maritime Terminal is a strategic asset for the company. Its ability to operate with predictability and multimodal integration provides greater efficiency in the flow of goods, strengthening the competitiveness of companies in the region," he states.

In addition to its strategic importance, the operation also highlights the terminal's capacity to receive different types of cargo, aligned with studies for new logistical opportunities and greater integration with neighboring companies.

Cubatão Private Maritime Terminal

Located approximately 70 km from the São Paulo metropolitan area, the Cubatão Private Maritime Terminal has easy access via the Anchieta-Imigrantes highway system. The terminal features rail integration with the MRS, FCA, and ALL networks, enabling continuous and efficient multimodal operations.