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Tecon Suape has deployed a new high energy container scanner at Brazil’s Suape Industrial Port Complex, a move aimed at accelerating cargo inspections, strengthening supply chain security, and reducing truck turnaround times at one of northeastern Brazil’s key container gateways.
The investment by Tecon Suape S.A., the Brazilian terminal operated by International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), comes as ports face growing pressure to process cargo more efficiently while meeting increasingly stringent customs and security requirements. The terminal said the scanner is expected to increase scanning productivity by up to 40 percent while supporting smoother cargo flows for shipping lines, cargo owners, and logistics providers.
The new Linev DTP 7500LVX scanner has been installed near the berth and integrated into existing terminal workflows, allowing containers to be inspected without physical opening. According to the terminal, the location was selected to improve yard traffic flow, reduce unnecessary truck movements, and minimize equipment idle time across quay crane and terminal tractor operations.
Faster Inspections, Reduced Delays
Container inspections have become a critical component of port operations as customs authorities and security agencies seek greater visibility into cargo movements. Traditional inspection processes can create bottlenecks when large volumes of containers require screening before release.
The scanner uses high energy X ray technology to generate detailed images of container contents, enabling operators to identify irregularities in cargo density and structure without unloading cargo. The technology is designed to support faster screening while allowing authorities to conduct more targeted inspections when anomalies are detected.
According to the terminal, the system can help identify undeclared or suspicious cargo while reducing delays associated with physical inspections and container clearance procedures.
Thomas Jefferson de Lima, chief executive officer of Tecon Suape, said the equipment forms part of the terminal’s broader investment program focused on safety, compliance, and service quality.
“The new scanner allows us to inspect cargo more efficiently while meeting all compliance requirements,” Lima said in a statement.
Strategic Investment for Regional Trade
The investment also reflects a broader trend among port operators toward greater digitization and automation of cargo handling processes. As container volumes continue to grow, terminals are increasingly adopting technologies that improve operational visibility and reduce processing times.
Located in Pernambuco, Tecon Suape serves agricultural and industrial cargo markets across northern and northeastern Brazil through direct access to major road networks. The terminal operates under a long term concession awarded to ICTSI in 2001.
ICTSI said the scanner investment supports the terminal’s strategy of continuous operational improvement while helping meet customer demands for faster, more reliable cargo handling. The company added that the technology strengthens compliance with customs and security regulations while supporting supply chain integrity across the terminal’s operations.
ICTSI operates a global portfolio of 33 terminals across 19 countries spanning Asia Pacific, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
