Discover these interesting facts about international trade, a fascinating world that connects us with the entire globe!

Ports play an essential role, serving as true meeting points between global markets and opportunities.

1. The world's largest trade route

One of the busiest maritime routes on the planet connects Asia to Europe via the Suez Canal, through which approximately 12% of world trade passes.

2. The container revolutionized global trade.

The standardization of the container, initiated by Malcolm McLean in the 1950s, drastically reduced logistics costs and allowed for the accelerated growth of international trade.

3. The largest port in Latin America

The Port of Santos is the main port in Latin America and is responsible for a significant portion of Brazilian exports and imports.

4. Curious products in international trade

In addition to traditional commodities, international trade involves unusual products such as sand for construction, glacial ice, compressed air for diving, and even insects for scientific research.

5. A single ship can carry thousands of containers.

Some modern container ships can carry more than 20,000 containers, becoming veritable floating cities of global trade.

6. Not all foreign trade is maritime.

Although maritime transport accounts for a large part of the operations, countries with extensive land borders — such as Brazil — also carry out significant operations by road and rail.

7. There are more than 5,000 commercial ports in the world.

These ports connect global supply chains that move trillions of dollars every year.

8. Main Ports of Brazil

Port of Santos (SP); Port of Paranaguá (PR); Port of Itapoá (SC); Portonave (SC); Port of Rio Grande (RS); DP World Santos (SP); Port of Chibatão (AM) and Port of Suape (PE).

Foreign trade is dynamic, strategic, and full of unique characteristics, making the world more integrated and developed.