Escassez de contêineres e competitividade internacional: ações de mitigação das empresas exportadoras da Serra Gaúcha

Abstract

The shortage of containers became one of the main logistical challenges in Brazilian foreign trade, directly affecting the competitiveness of exporting companies in the Serra Gaúcha region. In this context, this study aimed to evaluate the actions adopted by these companies to mitigate the impacts of container scarcity on their operations and international performance. The research was conducted through a qualitative and exploratory approach, using interviews with managers from the wine, metalworking, and furniture sectors in the region. The responses were analyzed through content analysis, allowing the identification of patterns, challenges, and common strategies among the different segments. The results showed that the main effects of the shortage include increased logistical costs, shipment delays, loss of predictability, and cash flow constraints. In response, companies have adopted measures such as early planning, port diversification, strengthening partnerships with freight forwarders, and renegotiating contractual deadlines. It is concluded that mitigating the impacts of container scarcity depends on a combination of efficient management, cooperation among logistics agents, and adaptation to the changing conditions of international trade. [resumo fornecido pelo autor]