HyperloopTT Unveils First HyperPort Feasibility Study In Brazil, Highlighting Transformative Impact On Port Logistics
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Hyperloop Transportation Technologies (HyperloopTT), in partnership with EGA Group and LabTrans at UFSC, has completed Brazil’s first HyperPort feasibility study. The study highlights HyperPort’s potential to enhance logistics at the Port of Santos through high-speed, sustainable transport.
Hyperloop Transportation Technologies (HyperloopTT), in collaboration with Brazilian logistics company EGA Group and LabTrans at the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), has completed the world’s first feasibility study on the HyperPort system. This study presents a transformative approach to addressing Brazil’s expanding shipping demands through high-speed, sustainable transport solutions.
HyperloopTT focuses on developing hyperloop systems as a sustainable and efficient mode of transport. The study evaluates the feasibility of deploying the HyperPort system to improve Brazil’s port logistics, particularly for the Port of Santos, the largest and busiest port in South America. The study outlines the system’s ability to enhance capacity while significantly reducing congestion and environmental impact.
Andres de Leon, CEO of HyperloopTT, describes the development as a crucial step towards modernising global port logistics:
“This is another historic milestone for HyperloopTT, Since developing the HyperPort system with our partners at HHLA, we’ve engaged with numerous port operators and logistics providers worldwide. EGA Group in Sao Paulo was the first to embrace this groundbreaking technology, and the data from this study confirms that HyperPort will be a leading solution for the ports of the 21st century.”
Key findings from the feasibility study
The HyperPort feasibility study highlights multiple benefits of integrating hyperloop technology into Brazil’s logistics infrastructure. Key insights include:
- A proposed 549km (341 miles) route connecting the Port of Santos to Sao Paulo and extending through major cities such as Campinas and Sao Jose do Rio Preto.
- A two-way system capable of transporting 5,600 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) per day at speeds of up to 600km/h (370mph), reducing transit times from hours or days to minutes.
- An environmentally conscious route design that bypasses ecologically sensitive areas, eliminating the need for extensive highway expansion projects.
- A significant reduction in highway congestion, carbon emissions, and pavement wear, with the potential to cut millions of tons of emissions annually.
The Port of Santos, which recorded a cargo volume of 57 million tons in 2024—an increase of 13.5 per cent from the previous year—faces increasing logistical constraints. While the São Paulo state government is addressing these issues by expanding the Imigrantes Road, the HyperPort system offers an additional, long-term solution to ensure seamless freight movement without further road congestion.
Economic and environmental impact
The study reinforces the economic and environmental advantages of hyperloop technology in logistics. By virtually coupling capsules, the HyperPort system provides scalability, minimising infrastructure costs while optimising freight efficiency. The system’s ability to transport goods at high speeds with reduced emissions aligns with Brazil’s efforts to modernise its infrastructure while maintaining sustainability goals.
Professor Dr Amir Mattar Valente of LabTrans emphasises the study’s significance in advancing freight transport. “This study marks a significant breakthrough in freight transport research, as it is the first to assess the feasibility of hyperloop technology for large-scale logistics operations,” he explains.
“Hyperloop can revolutionise the sector by providing a fast, safe, and sustainable system that reduces CO₂ emissions and dependence on fossil fuels. Our analysis not only demonstrates the technical and economic viability of hyperloop in Brazil but also sets the stage for the future of logistics infrastructure, bringing much-needed innovation and efficiency to container transport”, he added.
Industry support and implementation potential
EGA Group, a key partner in the study, recognises the potential of the HyperPort system to transform port logistics. Eduardo Assumpcao, CEO of EGA Group, highlights the economic benefits, stating, “We see a clear opportunity to drastically reduce factory-to-port and port-to-factory freight costs while minimising cargo losses during transit. The implementation of HyperloopTT technology will help prevent these losses, especially in a country like Brazil, one of the world’s largest food producers.”
EGA Group operates across multiple logistics segments, including imports, exports, container handling, and break bulk operations. Through its EGA Ecosystem, consisting of EGA Transport, EGA Solutions, and EGABox, the company manages comprehensive logistics operations across Brazil. The integration of HyperPort technology aligns with its objective to enhance supply chain efficiency and reduce logistical barriers.
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