Porto & Mar delegation to immersed in Silicon Valley, USA, in May

One of the highlights in Seattle will be the Port of Everett, specialized in bulk cargo shipments and supporting the aerospace sector, serving large-scale programs such as the Boeing 767 and 777 (AdobeStock)

In a strategic move to expand knowledge, establish new partnerships, and boost the development of the Brazilian port sector, the Porto & Mar delegation, from Grupo Tribuna, made up of authorities and businesspeople, will embark on an immersion in the United States in May. The agenda, from the 26th to the 30th, includes visits to major ports on the U.S. West Coast, meetings with experts in maritime decarbonization, and exploration of cutting-edge technological innovations in Silicon Valley.

The first stop will be in Seattle, one of the main technology hubs in the U.S. and home to giants like Microsoft and Amazon. The city is also home to one of the most influential ports in the country. The delegation will visit the Northwest Seaport Alliance, an entity that manages the joint operations of the ports of Seattle and Tacoma, promoting efficiency and innovation in cargo handling.

Another highlight of the Seattle agenda will be a visit to the Port of Everett, specializing in bulk cargo shipments and supporting the aerospace sector, serving large-scale programs like the Boeing 767 and 777.

The delegation will also meet with representatives from Washington Maritime Blue, an industrial cluster that leads maritime and port decarbonization initiatives. This exchange of experiences could provide valuable insights into sustainable strategies for Brazilian ports.

Maxwell Rodrigues, port affairs consultant at Grupo Tribuna (Divulgação)

"Grupo Tribuna has been providing unprecedented immersions for the port sector in the disruptive world of technology. In addition to addressing the theme in a unique way, it contributes to the understanding of all stakeholders on the importance of managing, administering data, and fostering integration between the public and private sectors. This way, Brazil's ports will always be at the forefront." – Maxwell Rodrigues, port affairs consultant at Grupo Tribuna

The second phase of the immersion will take the group to San Francisco, where discussions will focus on the Port of Oakland, one of the busiest ports in the U.S. and vital for transpacific trade. The visit to the port will provide a better understanding of its management structure, logistical challenges, and the innovative solutions adopted.

Automation Engagement with technology companies in the port, transport, and logistics sectors will also be on the agenda, emphasizing the need for greater digitalization and automation of Brazilian port operations. Networking will be an opportunity to establish potential partnerships and attract investments.

Silicon Valley To conclude the immersion, the delegation will head to Silicon Valley, the birthplace of the world’s largest technological innovations. The group will visit industry giants such as Intel, Google, Apple, Facebook, Twitter, Netflix, LinkedIn, and Oracle.

Key challenges to be discussed include data management in the port sector and the impact of artificial intelligence on logistics and maritime operations. The goal is to bring innovative solutions to Brazil that can be implemented in national ports, enhancing the efficiency and competitiveness of the sector.