The port facility covers a total area of 51,542 m², including 3,775.48m² of patio areas, 2,311.64m² of wharf, and 10,653m² of warehouses with a quay length of 998 linear meters across 3 berths within the Rio de Janeiro port area, under a lease agreement signed in 1997 with the Rio de Janeiro Port Authority (CDRJ) for a 45-year period, extendable. Nearest airport (time and distance) – 2 km | Direct access via VLT – 16 min.
The services provided and activities carried out at the port facility in the operational area, with a capacity to serve 35,000 passengers per day, are offered with various amenities. These amenities include facilities for Customs, Federal Police, and the National Health Surveillance Agency (Anvisa), provision of water and sewage disposal connected to the public network at the dock itself, air-conditioned and sound-equipped lounges for waiting and embarkation procedures, modern and efficient check-in counters, closed-circuit television (CCTV) system, X-ray screening for unaccompanied baggage and carry-on luggage, tourist information desk, shops, and various facilities, mobile clinic/ICU, parking for buses, vans, and passenger vehicles nearby, and broadband internet access for passengers and crew, among others.
Rio de Janeiro, globally known as the Marvelous City, stands as the largest international tourist destination in Brazil, Latin America, and the entire Southern Hemisphere, being the most renowned Brazilian city abroad. Its history dates back to the Portuguese colonization period when it was founded in 1565 by Estácio de Sá, becoming the capital of the vice-kingdom of Colonial Brazil in 1763. Throughout the 19th century, it was the stage for significant events such as the arrival of the Portuguese royal family in 1808 and the Proclamation of Independence of Brazil in 1822.
Presently, Rio de Janeiro captivates visitors with its unique blend of breathtaking natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Some of the most famous tourist attractions include the Christ the Redeemer statue, Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana boardwalk, and the paradisiacal beaches of Ipanema, Leblon, and Barra da Tijuca. Additionally, the city is home to a plethora of museums, football stadiums, renowned architectural works such as the Lapa Arches, and natural parks. The Copacabana New Year’s Eve celebration, Rio Carnival, Bossa Nova, and samba are also integral parts of its charm.
A portion of the city was designated as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site on July 1, 2012. The population of the municipality of Rio de Janeiro is approximately 6.7 million inhabitants, making it the second most populous municipality in Brazil. The city’s infrastructure is well-developed, featuring a public transportation system that includes subway, train, buses, “Santa Teresa” tram, and VLT, facilitating the mobility of residents and tourists alike.
Regarding hospitality, Rio de Janeiro offers a wide range of accommodation options, from luxurious five-star hotels to charming inns in traditional neighborhoods. The city boasts over 700 lodging establishments, 45 thousand rooms, and generates more than 100 thousand jobs.
