DC Logistics Brasil

What DC Logistics Brasil does

DC Logistics Brasil is a privately held Brazilian international freight forwarder founded in 1994 and headquartered in Itajaí, Santa Catarina. The company provides multi-modal logistics services spanning air freight, ocean freight (FCL and LCL consolidated), road transport, liquid and gas transport, project cargo, cargo insurance, and integrated logistics coordination, serving importers, exporters, project cargo clients, perishable-goods exporters, and the oil & gas sector. It maintains a 12-office national footprint across 10+ Brazilian states and counts enterprise clients including Toyota, Bosch, WEG, ArcelorMittal, Thyssenkrupp, Whirlpool, Abbott, and International Paper among its book of business. Its go-to-market is enterprise field sales combined with inside-sales quote-request handling, and pricing is quote-based per shipment rather than tiered publicly.

The company operates DC Cloud, a proprietary cloud-based platform for real-time cargo tracking, berth confirmation, and document management, integrated via EDI with the Brazilian Navy (Marinha Mercante). Adjacent technology includes the PO Management service for purchase order oversight and SmartComex-powered open tracking. DC Logistics Brasil holds OEA (Authorized Economic Operator) certification from Receita Federal since December 26, 2017, is a member of the WCA World network (with 9 Best Partner Worldwide and 14 Best Partner Latam awards), and has received 25 Infraero Logistics Efficiency Awards. Revenue is generated through transaction fees on freight forwarding plus professional-services fees for customs support, insurance brokerage, PO management, and advisory services, with ESG positioning reinforced through the Plantio DC tree-planting program (67,658 trees planted 2010-2026) and EcoVadis/GLEC Framework v3.2 emissions reporting.

Name

DC Logistics Brasil

Legal name

DC LOGISTICS BRASIL

Website

https://dclogisticsbrasil.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

DC Logistics Brasil is a privately held Brazilian international freight forwarder founded in 1994, offering air, ocean, road, and project cargo services through 12 offices nationwide. It serves enterprise importers and exporters across automotive, industrial, energy, and consumer goods verticals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International Freight Forwarding and Logistics Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (48851)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)

akta.pro primary industry

Dedicated / Contract Carriage Brokerage (Shippers’ Managed Capacity) (TLACACAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Customs Brokerage for Ocean Shipments (Import/Export Clearance) (TLACABAG), Trade Compliance & Ocean Regulatory Services (Sanctions/Export Controls) (TLACABAL)

Keywords

• International freight forwarding
• Ocean freight services
• Air cargo logistics
• Cargo insurance brokerage
• Project cargo handling

Headquarters

HQ city

Itajaí

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices12 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. International Freight Forwarding Services: DC Logistics Brasil generates revenue through fees for international cargo transport services across multiple modalities including air freight, ocean freight, road transport, and liquid/gas transport. Services include consolidated cargo, project cargo, and integrated logistics management.
2. Logistics Services (Customs, Insurance, Documentation): Revenue from cargo insurance brokerage, customs support, and documentation services associated with import/export operations.
3. PO Management and Value-Added Services: Fees for purchase order management, cargo tracking systems, and advisory services supporting international trade operations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

DC Logistics Brasil is an international freight forwarder that moves import/export cargo across multiple modes — air, ocean (FCL and LCL consolidated), road, and liquid/gas — and provides related services such as cargo insurance, customs support, project cargo handling, integrated logistics, and PO Management. Operations are supported by the proprietary DC Cloud tracking platform and delivered through 12 offices spanning 10+ Brazilian states.

Product overview

DC Logistics Brasil is an international freight forwarder offering a comprehensive suite of logistics services with 12 offices across Brazil. The portfolio centers on core transportation services including air freight, ocean freight (FCL/LCL), road transportation, liquid/gas transport, project cargo, and integrated logistics. The company operates DC Cloud, a proprietary cloud-based platform for cargo tracking and management, alongside PO Management services for purchase order oversight. Supporting utilities include container specifications, aircraft/vehicle references, Incoterms guides, glossaries, and invoice tools. The company emphasizes green logistics solutions and serves key sectors including energy, perishables, and general cargo.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DC Cloud: Internal cloud platform for cargo tracking, document management, and logistics operations control.
• Plantio DC

Products and services

• Consolidadas (Consolidated Cargo) Consolidated cargo service for international import and export, providing agility and cost-effectiveness by sharing container space for smaller cargo volumes.
• Transporte Aéreo (Air Freight) International air freight services for time-sensitive cargo shipments, providing rapid delivery for urgent shipments.
• Transporte Marítimo (Ocean Freight) Ocean freight services including FCL (Full Container Load) and LCL (Less than Container Load) options for international cargo transportation, with weekly LCL sailings.
• Transporte Rodoviário (Road Transport) Domestic road transportation services connecting Brazilian logistics hubs, handling cargo movement across more than 10 Brazilian states.
• Transporte de Líquidos e Gases (Liquid and Gas Transport) Specialized transport services for liquid and gas cargo, handling hazardous materials and bulk liquid shipments, including oil and gas sector logistics.
• Seguro de Carga (Cargo Insurance) Cargo insurance brokerage services providing coverage and protection for goods during international transportation.
• Carga Projeto (Project Cargo) Project cargo services for oversized, heavy-lift, and complex shipments requiring specialized handling, permits, and multi-modal logistics planning in industrial and infrastructure sectors.
• Logística Integrada (Integrated Logistics) Integrated logistics service coordinating multiple transport modes (air, sea, road) with unified planning and tracking from origin to destination.
• Mercados Chave (Key Markets Solutions) Key markets solutions focusing on strategic international trade routes and regional market expertise for import and export operations.
• Energy Sector Logistics Energy sector logistics services for oil, gas, and renewable energy industry cargo transportation and project management.
• Courier Services Express courier services for urgent small packages and documents requiring rapid international delivery.
• Soluções Verdes (Green Logistics Solutions) Green logistics solutions focused on sustainable and environmentally responsible transportation practices, including emissions reporting under GLEC Framework v3.2.
• PO Management Purchase Order Management service for monitoring shipments, verifying compliance with orders, controlling warehouse storage and lot separation, managing international freight, inventory control, and end-to-end supply chain coordination.
• DC Cloud Tracking Platform Proprietary cloud-based logistics management platform providing 24/7 real-time cargo tracking, berth confirmation, shipment management, and document handling for clients.

Quantifiable outcome

• 67,658 trees planted through Plantio DC social-environmental program over 16 years (2010-2026)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers24 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• WCA WorldcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDC Logistics Brasil is a member of the WCA World network of independent freight forwarders, recognized with 9 'Best Partner Worldwide' and 14 'Best Partner Latam' awards. The WCA World network provides global coverage and collaboration among freight forwarding companies, enabling DC to serve clients with international logistics needs through partner connections worldwide.
• EcoVadiscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDC Logistics Brasil participates in the EcoVadis sustainability assessment, which evaluates companies' environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance. EcoVadis ratings are used by companies to assess supply chain sustainability risks and practices.
• Smart Freight Centre (GLEC Framework)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDC Logistics Brasil reports its operational greenhouse gas emissions using the GLEC Framework v3.2 (Global Logistics Emissions Council Framework) developed by the Smart Freight Centre, in alignment with the GHG Protocol – Scope 3 standard, demonstrating commitment to standardized sustainability reporting.
• ESALQ/USP (Escola Superior de Agricultura Luiz de Queiroz)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDC Logistics Brasil uses CO₂ capture calculation methodology adapted from ESALQ/USP (Escola Superior de Agricultura Luiz de Queiroz da Universidade de São Paulo), aligned with GHG Protocol – Brazilian Program and NBR ISO 14064:2018 for its Plantio DC environmental program.
• Receita Federal do BrasilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDC Logistics Brasil holds the OEA (Operador Econômico Autorizado) certification issued by Receita Federal do Brasil, officially published in the Diário Oficial da União on December 26, 2017, recognizing the company as a compliant and trusted trade operator.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• DSV: Danish-headquartered global freight forwarder with strong air and sea forwarding, road, and contract logistics. Aggressive acquirer that has expanded Latin American presence through M&A, competing directly for enterprise forwarding business.
• DB Schenker: German integrated logistics provider with global air, ocean, road, and contract logistics services, including substantial Brazilian operations. Direct competitor for enterprise international freight forwarding accounts.
• Yusen Logistics: Japanese global logistics provider offering air and ocean freight forwarding, contract logistics, and supply chain solutions with growing presence in Latin America. Comparable multi-modal forwarding model.
• Expeditors International: US-based global freight forwarder specializing in air and ocean freight forwarding with a strong enterprise customer base. Pure-play forwarder model closely comparable to DC Logistics Brasil's core service offering.
• CEVA Logistics: French-headquartered global 3PL with freight forwarding, contract logistics, and supply chain solutions. Owned by CMA CGM, with growing Latin American footprint and direct overlap in forwarding services.
• Sinotrans: Chinese state-owned global logistics and freight forwarding company with growing international network, including Latin American operations. Direct competitor for enterprise international forwarding engagements, particularly Asia-Brazil trade lanes.
• Allink Transportes Internacionais: Brazilian freight forwarder also headquartered in Itajaí, Santa Catarina - offering direct competition in the same domestic market with similar air, sea, and road forwarding services targeting enterprise importers/exporters.
• Kerry Logistics: Hong Kong-headquartered global logistics provider with integrated freight forwarding, contract logistics, and supply chain services. Active in Latin America and competing for enterprise international forwarding accounts.
• Kuehne+Nagel: One of the world's largest freight forwarders with comprehensive sea, air, road, and contract logistics services globally, including significant Brazilian operations. Direct competitor for enterprise customers and multi-modal forwarding projects comparable to DC Logistics Brasil.

Broad incumbents

• DHL Global Forwarding: Freight forwarding division of Deutsche Post DHL Group, one of the largest global logistics platforms offering air, ocean, and road freight alongside broader supply chain and express services. Significant Brazilian presence and direct overlap with DC Logistics' core forwarding business.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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