SANTOS (SP) – The advancement of artificial intelligence and the strategic use of data were at the center of Helmuth Hofstatter's presentation during ENIP 2026.
Founder of LogComex, one of Brazil's leading intelligence companies for foreign trade, Hofstatter presented an overview of how digital transformation is reshaping global logistics.
According to him, companies that can transform information into market intelligence possess significant competitive advantages over their competitors. Real-time access to data on cargo movement, import and export trends, and market behavior enables faster and more efficient decision-making.
The executive highlighted that the concept of "Smart Port" is already a reality in several countries and that Brazil is advancing gradually in that direction.
Among the trends pointed out are the use of artificial intelligence for demand forecasting, document automation, real-time monitoring of operations, and digital integration among shipowners, terminals, logistics operators, and public authorities.
Another relevant topic was the growing influence of geopolitical factors on global supply chains. Changes in trade routes, international conflicts, and tariff disputes have been requiring companies to have greater adaptive capacity.
In this context, the use of market intelligence platforms becomes an essential tool for minimizing risks and identifying opportunities.
The presentation demonstrated that the logistical competitiveness of the future will increasingly be determined by the ability to interpret data and transform information into strategy.
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