Truck drivers announce strike at the Port of Santos against yard fees

Self-employed truck drivers working at the Port of Santos announced a 24-hour strike in protest against the charging of fees for access to regulatory yards. The mobilization was organized by entities representing the category and should impact cargo movement in the region.

According to transporters, the requirement of payment for the use of yards as a condition for entry into port operations is considered irregular. The category argues that the practice is not supported by port authority regulations, which raises questions about its legality.

The strike aims to press for an immediate review of the charge, which, according to truck drivers, generates additional costs and compromises the economic viability of the activity, especially for self-employed people.

In addition to the direct impact on professionals, the movement could affect the logistics of the Port of Santos, the largest port complex in Latin America, with repercussions on cargo flow and the supply of production chains.

Representatives of the category highlight that the protest also seeks to draw the authorities’ attention to the need for greater transparency and regulation in operations involving regulatory yards.

The scenario increases the tension that already exists in the port sector, which is simultaneously facing mobilizations from different categories in the face of regulatory changes and operational issues.

So far, there is no confirmation about ongoing negotiations, but the expectation is that the movement will pressure responsible bodies and operators to seek solutions to avoid greater losses to the logistics flow.