Asia Shipping, a Brazilian multinational specialized in cargo integration, announced a growth of 50% in the first half of this year, compared to the same period of the previous year.The cargo movement increased from 73,311 TEUs (unit equivalent to a 20-foot container) in the first six months of 2023 to 112,970 TEUs in the same period of 2024. This growth was driven by the increase in Brazilian imports, especially in the sectors of electronics, automobiles, solar panels, polymers and pneumatic products.
“The segments that grew above average include a 34% increase in sales of electronics in Brazil, reflecting the higher consumption of these items in the first half”, analyzes Rafael Dantas, commercial director of Asia Shipping. Sales of imported cars also had a significant increase of 235%, according to data from the Brazilian Association of Importing Companies and Manufacturers of Motor Vehicles (Abeifa).
Dantas also highlights the continued growth of the solar energy sector.“The climate crisis imposes more sustainable strategies, and the adoption of clean and renewable energy sources only tends to grow”, he says.
Due to the global geopolitical scenario, the mode of air transport has become the most important for the company in the semester.“Geopolitical difficulties are affecting maritime transport.In the second half, the air mode tends to heat up even more”, reveals Dantas. “ Issues such as the war in the Red Sea and the droughts in Panama are major challenges, and at such times, we are able to help our customers make smarter decisions for their business”, he adds.
Agility in Imports
To improve the efficiency of operations, Asia Shipping recently acquired part of startup Dati, now offering a cloud platform based on artificial intelligence (AI). The solution automates almost 87% of import routines, from order tracking to cargo delivery, allowing the importer and exporter full visibility of their operations on a single screen.
With scenario analysis, the technology assists in strategic decision making and offers integration with business management systems (ERPs).“The customer can now perform the clearance digitally on a single platform, receiving all information in one place.All suppliers in the logistics chain can be integrated into this” system, adds Dantas.
