ROCHA Port Terminals and Logistics

What ROCHA Port Terminals and Logistics does

ROCHA Terminais Portuários e Logística S.A. is a Brazilian port terminal and logistics operator founded in 1864 in Paranaguá, Paraná, and currently operating across four major Brazilian port locations: Paranaguá (headquarters), São Francisco do Sul (Santa Catarina), Rio Grande (Rio Grande do Sul), and Itaqui/Santana in the Arco Norte region (Maranhão/Amapá). The company self-describes as the largest independent logistics operator in Brazil and provides an integrated one-stop-shop port logistics platform spanning bulk cargo handling (270,000-ton static export capacity and 380,000-ton static import capacity), container and project cargo operations, dry port facilities (including the 120,000m² Porto Seco near São Francisco do Sul and the 5,000m² AZ9A customs facility in Paranaguá), customs brokerage (CDA), and internal road transport services. Its target customers are B2B importers, exporters, trading companies, freight forwarders, and agribusiness firms.

The company's technology stack centers on custom software control systems, OCR-based vehicle recognition at gates, 24-hour surveillance and monitoring infrastructure, and modern cargo handling equipment including a Liebherr LHM 550 mobile harbor crane. ROCHA holds the full suite of ISO certifications (9001 quality, 14001 environmental, 45001 occupational health and safety, 31000 risk management) and was the first depositary terminal in Paranaguá to obtain OEA (Authorized Economic Operator) certification from Brazilian Federal Revenue in 2018, with OEA coverage now spanning Export Bulk, Import Bulk, Dry Port, and Port Operations.

The business model is transaction-fee-based, with public tariffs regulated by ANTAQ (Brazilian National Waterway Transportation Agency) covering bulk handling, storage, container operations, and customs facility services. Revenue is generated through direct B2B sales to enterprise cargo owners, trading firms, and mid-market freight forwarders, with no intermediaries or marketplace channels. The company operates as a privately-held joint-stock corporation with minority-held investidas including Cattalini Terminais Marítimos, Vanzin, COPI, and FullPort, and pursues a sales-led, relationship-driven go-to-market model emphasizing long-term contractual partnerships with cargo owners and shipping companies.

Name

ROCHA Port Terminals and Logistics

Legal name

ROCHA Terminais Portuários e Logística S.A.

Website

https://rochalog.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1864

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

ROCHA Port Terminals and Logistics is Brazil's largest independent port logistics operator, founded in 1864, providing bulk cargo handling, customs brokerage, dry port, and integrated road transport services across four ports (Paranaguá, São Francisco do Sul, Rio Grande, and Arco Norte) to importers, exporters, trading firms, and agribusiness clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Port Terminal Logistics Services

NAICS

Marine Cargo Handling (488320), Port and Harbor Operations (488310), Coastal and Great Lakes Freight Transportation (483113)

SIC

Water Transportation (4400), Public Warehousing & Storage (4220), Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)

akta.pro primary industry

Terminal Cargo Handling & Yard Operations (Receiving, Staging, Delivery) (TLAHALAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Stevedoring & Vessel Loading/Discharging (Ship-to-Shore Operations) (TLAHALAA), Customs Brokerage for Ocean Shipments (Import/Export Clearance) (TLACABAG), Customs Declaration & Filing (Import/Export Entry) Platforms (TLAEAOAA), Intermodal Drayage Coordination & Port/Rail Ramp Transfers (TLACAEAH), Breakbulk & Project Cargo Handling (Heavy Lift, Out-of-Gauge Handling) (TLAHALAH)

Keywords

• Port terminal operations
• Customs clearance services
• Bulk cargo handling
• Dry port logistics
• Multimodal port logistics

Headquarters

HQ city

Paranaguá

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Port Terminal Operations: Handling, loading, unloading, and storage services for bulk commodities (export and import), containerized cargo, project cargo, and industrial products. Revenue generated through tariff-based charges for terminal operations.
2. Customs Clearance Services (CDA): Customs brokerage and customs clearance services for air, maritime, and terrestrial modes. Revenue from service fees for customs documentation, licenses, and certificates.
3. Dry Port Operations: Inland customs facilities providing cargo consolidation, deconsolidation, storage, and customs clearance for containers and project cargo. Revenue from warehousing and handling fees.
4. Road Transport Services: Internal road transportation department for cargo movement. Revenue from transportation fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

ROCHA operates port terminal and integrated logistics services across Brazilian ports, including export and import bulk cargo handling (270,000 tons and 380,000 tons static capacity respectively), container and project cargo operations, bonded customs warehouse facilities (IPA AZ9A and Porto Seco), customs clearance (CDA) across air, maritime, and land modalities, and internal road transport services for cargo owners, importers, exporters, and trading firms.

Product overview

ROCHA Port Terminals and Logistics is a diversified port terminal and logistics operator offering a comprehensive suite of services across multiple business units. The core portfolio includes Granel de Exportação (Export Bulk) with 270,000 tons static capacity and Granel de Importação (Import Bulk) with 380,000 tons static capacity, both focused on bulk cargo handling. The Industrializados (Industrialized) division encompasses the IPA AZ9A customs facility with 5,000m² bonded area and Porto Seco (Dry Port) with 120,000m² bonded area near São Francisco do Sul, both offering container handling, consolidation/deconsolidation, and project cargo services. Supporting services include Desembaraço Aduaneiro (Customs Clearance) operating since 1864 across air, maritime and land modalities, and Transporte Rodoviário (Road Transport). The company operates units in Paranaguá (headquarters), Rio Grande (RS), Santana (AP), and São Francisco do Sul (SC), and holds investments in Cattalini, COPI, and FullPort.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Granel de Exportação (Export Bulk)

Quantifiable outcome

• First depositary terminal in Paranaguá to achieve OEA (Authorized Economic Operator) certification
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cattalini Terminais MarítimoscoreOthersCattalini Terminais Marítimos is a significant investida (investment) of ROCHA. The company operates maritime terminals and is listed among the 100 Largest Corporations in Paraná. Cattalini and ROCHA conduct joint social initiatives and volunteer programs, demonstrating close operational and cultural alignment.
• VanzincoreOthersVanzin is an investida through which ROCHA operates in Rio Grande, Rio Grande do Sul since 2013. ROCHA inaugurated a new port and logistics terminal in Rio Grande through Vanzin.
• COPIminorOthersCOPI is listed as an investida of ROCHA, representing a portfolio company or investment in the ROCHA group structure.
• FullPortminorOthersFullPort is listed as an investida of ROCHA, representing a portfolio company or investment in the ROCHA group structure.
• SESC ParanaguáminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSESC Paranaguá partnered with ROCHA volunteers for environmental cleanup actions, including the International Coastal Cleanup Day. This is a community engagement partnership focused on environmental sustainability.
• Marinha (Brazilian Navy)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Brazilian Navy participated in ROCHA's volunteer environmental cleanup initiative at Paranaguá, collaborating on coastal preservation efforts.
• Portos do ParanáminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPortos do Paraná collaborated with ROCHA volunteers during environmental cleanup activities, working together on community environmental initiatives.
• Associação São Francisco FutsalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerROCHA supports the São Francisco Futsal Association, a non-profit founded in 2016 providing futsal training for children and adolescents ages 7-17. The partnership benefits over 400 young athletes and 20 professional athletes, supporting sports development and social inclusion in São Francisco do Sul.
• APAE de São Francisco do SulminorGTM or Marketing PartnerROCHA sponsors APAE (Associação de Pais e Amigos dos Excepcionais) in São Francisco do Sul, which provides educational and health services to 180 students with special needs. Services include early stimulation, education, medicine, speech therapy, physiotherapy, psychology, and social assistance.
• Rede Feminina de Combate ao CâncerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerROCHA supports the Female Network for Cancer Combat, which provides assistance to families of patients in vulnerable situations in São Francisco do Sul region.
• Hospital Pequeno PríncipeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerROCHA is a supporting company for the Pequeno Príncipe project 'Gols pela Vida' (Goals for Life). Pequeno Príncipe is Brazil's largest pediatric hospital, and ROCHA contributes as a corporate sponsor.
• Associação de Catadores da Vila Santa MariaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerROCHA partners with the recyclers association in Vila Santa Maria, Paranaguá for selective waste collection. This partnership supports over 25 families through recyclable waste destination.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Brasil Terminal Portuário (BTP): Container terminal at the Port of Santos operated as a joint venture between APM Terminals and TIL. Comparable to ROCHA as a Brazilian port terminal operator handling containerized and general cargo for import/export shippers.
• Hidrovias do Brasil: Brazilian waterway logistics operator specializing in barge transportation and inland port terminals, with strong agribusiness and Arco Norte exposure. Highly comparable to ROCHA given its bulk commodity focus, multi-port terminal footprint, and agribusiness customer base.
• Embraport: Private multi-purpose terminal at the Port of Santos handling containers, liquids, and bulk. Comparable to ROCHA in providing diversified port terminal services to importers, exporters, and trading companies in Brazil.
• Santos Brasil: One of Brazil's largest independent port terminal operators, primarily at the Port of Santos, handling containers, bulk, and general cargo. Directly comparable to ROCHA as a multi-product Brazilian terminal operator with customs and bonded warehousing capabilities.
• Wilson Sons: Brazilian-listed provider of port terminal services, towage, and maritime logistics with operations across multiple Brazilian ports. Directly comparable to ROCHA in port terminal operations, ship agency, and integrated maritime services for international trade customers.
• Log-In Logística: Brazilian port terminal operator and cabotage shipping line operating terminals at Vila do Conde (Pará) and Itaguaí (RJ) and cabotage routes. Directly comparable to ROCHA in port terminal handling and multimodal/cabotage exposure serving import/export customers.
• Libra Terminals: Brazilian operator of liquid bulk terminals (oil, chemicals, fuels) at multiple Brazilian ports. Comparable to ROCHA as a multi-port terminal operator serving industrial and trading customers, though focused on liquid rather than dry bulk.

Emerging players

• Caramuru Alimentos: Brazilian agribusiness/food processor with proprietary port and terminal infrastructure for grain and oilseed handling and export. Comparable to ROCHA's bulk commodity handling operations and agribusiness customer overlap, though vertically integrated rather than purely a terminal operator.

Broad incumbents

• APM Terminals (Maersk): Global terminal operator with Brazilian operations including a stake in BTP. A broad incumbent comparable in offering port terminal services to importers/exporters, though operating at much larger international scale.
• DP World Santos: Global port operator with Brazilian terminal presence at the Port of Santos. A broader incumbent competing with ROCHA for containerized and general cargo volumes, offering global scale and integrated supply-chain services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks3 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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