With a growth above the national average, Navegantes emerges as one of the main logistics hubs in Brazil, attracting companies and consolidating its strategic position in the national and international landscape. According to Brain Strategic Intelligence, Santa Catarina has grown three times more than the national average, and Navegantes leads this advancement, with an annual growth rate of 2,8%, surpassing the state average of 1,6% and the national of 0,5%
The privileged location of Navegantes is one of the main factors driving its development. Located on the Santa Catarina coast, the city has direct access to the highways BR-101 and BR-470, that connect the main consumer and producer centers of the country. Furthermore, the proximity to the Port of Itajaí and the International Airport of Navegantes ensures multiple transportation options for import and export, facilitating the flow of goods and increasing the competitiveness of companies located in the region
The access channel to the ports, it is another differentiator that elevates the city in the national logistics scene. The ability to dock large ships expands port operations and attracts global players, consolidating Navegantes as an important connection point between international and Brazilian markets
Tax incentives and a favorable environment for the logistics sector
Another attractive aspect is the favorable business environment for business, especially the logistics sector, reinforced by tax incentives. The sector offers a tax rate of ISS of only 2%, one of the smallest in Brazil, creating a favorable scenario for companies looking to optimize operational costs. "Navegantes has an extremely favorable business environment", with a modern and efficient infrastructure. It is no coincidence that it was chosen to receive the Navepark Logistics Complex, that offers everything companies need to position themselves in this fertile ground for business, highlights Thiago Cabral, CEO of ABC & Embralot
This competitive environment has attracted companies from various sectors, as textile, automotive and food, that find in the city a strategic point to expand their operations
Investments in technology and innovation
Eye on the future, Navegantes is investing in technology and modernization of its logistics infrastructure. Among the ongoing projects, the plan for the expansion of the Port Complex stands out, which includes the construction of new terminals for refrigerated cargo, increasing the capacity for exporting meat and perishable products – segments that correspond to 15% of the region's exports
Furthermore, automation initiatives in port and logistics processes have ensured greater efficiency and cost reduction for companies. "The city is becoming a case of integration between technology and logistics", offering modern solutions that meet the growing market demand, says the CEO
Promising prospects
Currently, Navegantes already accounts for about 25% of the port movement in southern Brazil, and the projections indicate a growth of 12% by 2025, driven by the expansion of port operations and the attraction of new investments
Companies that invest in the region find a unique combination of strategic location, advanced infrastructure and tax incentives, creating an ideal environment for expansion. Furthermore, with the implementation of cutting-edge technologies and improvements in logistics infrastructure, Navegantes is positioning itself as one of the main logistics hubs in Latin America
"With its robust positioning, Navegantes is prepared to lead the Brazilian logistics sector in the coming years, contributing to regional and national development and strengthening its image as a city of the future, complete Thiago Cabral
The city stands out as an example of how investment in infrastructure, innovation and tax incentives can transform a region into a development engine, connecting global markets to the productive heart of Brazil
