Itaporto África SARL · Grupo Itaporto

Connecting opportunities, enabling business between Brazil and Africa.

Integrated logistics, maritime and offshore operations, agribusiness, energy and strategic projects, based in Guinea-Bissau and active across West Africa.

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Bissau11°51′N · 15°35′W Belém → Bissau≈ 2,120 nautical miles Itaporto Groupin the maritime market since 2005

Container ship berthed in port, with cranes

Itaporto Group experience, now based in West Africa

About us

An operational bridge between Brazil and West Africa

ITAPORTO ÁFRICA SARL builds on the experience of the Itaporto Group, active since 2005 in ship agency, port operations and cargo logistics in northern Brazil. The new company brings this expertise to West Africa, with a strategic headquarters in Guinea-Bissau.

Our purpose is to build solid business between both sides of the Atlantic: identifying opportunities, organising the supply chain and following each project from feasibility to execution, with transparency and respect for local realities.

Brazil ↔ Africa link

A shared Portuguese language, local presence and a partner network on both continents.

Group backing

Know-how in ship agency, port operations and project cargo.

Sector focus

Logistics, energy, agribusiness, maritime and strategic projects.

Governance

Financial control and compliance from the very first contract.

Headquarters

Bissau GW

Countries covered

12 9 countries + AES

Fortaleza → Bissau

≈ 1,660 NM

Common language

Portuguese

Mission, vision and values

What drives us

Mission

To facilitate and structure strategic business between Brazil and Africa, focusing on logistics, energy, agribusiness and maritime operations.

Vision

To be a benchmark for integrated logistics solutions and strategic projects in West Africa.

Values

IntegrityEthical conduct in every negotiation.
TransparencyClear information for clients and partners.
EfficiencyDeadlines, costs and risks under control.
SustainabilityProjects that leave lasting value in the region.
Cultural respectLocal knowledge and appreciation.
International cooperationLong-term partnerships across continents.

What we do

Integrated solutions for strategic sectors

We work where logistics, infrastructure and international trade meet, with a single team accountable from start to finish.

Container ship at berth, cranes and truck in the port

International Logistics

Planning and coordination of cargo between Brazil and Africa: freight, customs clearance, warehousing and distribution.

General cargo
Project cargo
Customs clearance

Maritime & Offshore

Ship agency, crew change, offshore operations support and liaison with port authorities.

Ship agency
Crew change
Offshore support

Agribusiness

Crop outflow, inputs and machinery; connecting producers, trading companies and buyers.

Cashew
Inputs
Machinery

Energy & Infrastructure

Equipment logistics and support for power generation, transmission and infrastructure projects.

Solar
Wind
Construction

Team of engineers planning a major infrastructure project

Strategic Projects

Structuring of ventures and public-private partnerships, with integrated management of scope, schedule and risk.

Structuring
Partnerships
Management

Operational Consulting

Diagnostics, feasibility studies and operations design for companies looking to enter the African market.

Feasibility
Market entry
Processes

West Africa

Regional presence, based in Guinea-Bissau

Select a country on the map to see how we operate in the region. Guinea-Bissau is our operations base and gateway to neighbouring markets.

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Operations baseTarget marketsAlliance of Sahel States (AES)

Operations base

Guinea-Bissau

Atlantic corridor

A short sea route to north-eastern and northern Brazil, supporting bilateral trade.

Agri-food

Demand for inputs, mechanisation and export logistics for agricultural products.

Energy and construction

Power generation, port and infrastructure projects requiring special cargo and technical coordination.

Executive team

Leadership with experience on both sides of the Atlantic

Three complementary areas — commercial, operations and financial control — ensure that every deal is well originated, well executed and well governed.

Commercial Director

Ivandro A. A. Barra

A specialist in international business development, he brings Brazilian and African companies together. His focus is the Brazil ↔ Africa axis: developing strategic partnerships, identifying business opportunities and managing relationships with clients, investors and institutions in the region.

Operations Director

Solmar Soares Alves

An experienced logistics and operations professional, he is responsible for project coordination and technical execution. He ensures that cargo, schedules and teams are aligned from planning to the port of destination, with safety and efficiency at every stage.

Controller

José Airton da Silva

Responsible for the company's financial management and compliance. He oversees administrative control and corporate governance, ensuring transparent figures, regulatory compliance and the reliability expected by the partners who trust Itaporto África.

Team reviewing project drawings in an office overlooking the container terminal

Projects & Solutions

From feasibility study to operation

Our methodology supports each project through every phase, with a single accountable team.

Phase 1

Strategic consulting

Market analysis, mapping of local partners, regulations and risks for companies seeking to operate in West Africa.

Phase 2

Feasibility studies

Technical, logistics and financial analysis: routes, transport modes, port costs, lead times and expected return.

Phase 3

Solutions we offer

End-to-end supply chain design, freight contracting, ship agency, customs clearance and coordination of special cargo.

Phase 4

Technical capabilities

Itaporto Group know-how in port operations, heavy-lift cargo, maritime and river support, and vessel registration.

Pipeline

Projects in development Being structured

Initiatives in logistics, agribusiness and energy are being structured with Brazilian and Bissau-Guinean partners. New case studies will be published here.