Port of Natal

The Port of Natal (Portuguese: Porto de Natal) is in Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, on the Potengi River. It is the South American port closest to Europe. Inaugurated on January 14, 1922, the port is administered by CODERN (Companhia Docas do Rio Grande do Norte), and today has a strong focus on the export of fruit.

Porto de Natal
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Location
CountryBrazil
LocationNatal, Rio Grande do Norte
Coordinates5°46′22″S 35°12′19″W
Details
OpenedJanuary 14, 1922
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Website
http://www.codern.com.br/portonatal_porto.php
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