Costa Maritime

SHIP SPARES · BRAZIL

Ship Spares Logistics & Customs Coordination in Brazil

From shipment planning to onboard delivery, we coordinate your ship spares logistics through one point of contact.

24/7
Ops Desk
NATIONWIDE
BRAZILIAN PORT COVERAGE
1
Point of Contact
What We Handle For You

Freight In, Cleared, Onto the Deck

Getting a spare part to the vessel means connecting the shipment, customs requirements and the vessel’s changing schedule. Costa Maritime coordinates these steps through one point of contact, from shipment planning to onboard delivery.

We support owners, managers and charterers across vessel types, including vessels operating on time charter in Brazil.

  • Inbound shipments and onboard delivery
  • Collection from vessels and outbound logistics
  • Repair-and-return arrangements
  • Storage and coordination with the vessel’s itinerary

Freight & Clearance

Get it here, get it cleared
  • Ship Spares Logistics
  • Air Freight Coordination
  • Sea Freight Coordination
  • Courier Shipment Follow-up
  • Customs Clearance
  • Bonded Cargo Handling
  • Spare Parts in Transit
  • AWB, B/L & Courier Follow-up
  • Dangerous Goods Handling

Delivery & Coordination

Onto the vessel
  • Airport-to-Port Logistics
  • Bonded Trucking
  • Last-Mile Delivery
  • Onboard Delivery
  • Collection Onboard
  • Return Onboard
  • Export of Ship Spares
  • Temporary Storage & Warehousing
  • Consignee / Notify Party Support
CUSTOMS PROCEDURES

Customs Procedures for Ship Spares in Brazil

We assess the applicable customs procedure against the shipment, documentation and intended movement.

Procedure / declarationWhat it coversShipment planning
DTADeclaração de Trânsito AduaneiroCustoms transit for eligible cargo covered by an international transport document.We check the shipment documents and authorized movement before arranging transport.
DTTDeclaração de Trânsito de TransferênciaCustoms transit for specified transfers without an international transport document, including eligible ship spares and materials.We confirm that the goods and proposed transfer meet the DTT conditions.
DIDeclaração de ImportaçãoAn import declaration used where applicable to the customs procedure; it is not a transit declaration.We establish the required declaration and tax treatment for the shipment.
Temporary AdmissionAdmissão TemporáriaTemporary entry of eligible goods under the conditions of the applicable regime.We assess the intended use and return arrangements for tools or equipment before dispatch.
Customs WarehousingEntreposto AduaneiroA customs regime allowing eligible goods to be stored with suspension of specified import taxes.We check whether the regime and an authorized facility suit the shipment and vessel schedule.
DI Inspection Channels

Green, Yellow, Red, Grey

For imports processed through a DI, customs risk analysis determines the inspection channel. We prepare the documents, follow up on customs requirements and keep the delivery plan updated.

Green

Automatic customs clearance, with documentary and physical checks normally waived. Customs may still require checks.

Yellow

Documentary review before clearance; customs may also require a physical check.

Red

Documentary review and physical inspection before clearance.

Grey

Documentary and physical checks, plus investigation of indications of fraud.

Transit declarations follow their own controls. The channel alone does not determine when the parts will reach the vessel.

How It Moves

How Your Spares Reach the Gangway

Step 01

Freight Coordination & Tracking

Air, sea or courier coordination, including AWB, B/L or courier tracking follow-up. We can arrange freight or monitor shipments booked by your nominated forwarder.

Step 02

Customs Clearance

We establish the customs procedure, prepare the required documents and follow the shipment through the applicable checks and release requirements.

Step 03

Last-Mile to Onboard

Bonded trucking, delivery to the gangway and onboard handover, with sign-off in hand.

Coverage

Rooted in Recife and Suape. Connected Across Brazil.

Recife and Suape are at the centre of our operations. Our team mobilizes across Northeast Brazil, while vetted partners extend our service coverage to other Brazilian ports.

Our service portfolio is available at both Recife and Suape. We confirm the arrangements for each assignment according to the vessel, scope and local operating requirements.

Main HubSuape
Recife
Belém
Fortaleza
Salvador
Santos
Paranaguá
Rio Grande
Vitória
São Luís
Rio de Janeiro
Manaus

Working somewhere else in Brazil? Just ask.

Frequently Asked Questions

Spare Parts Clearance in Brazil, Answered

Can Costa Maritime handle spares for an overseas owner or manager?
Yes. Costa Maritime handles the Brazilian arrangements for your vessel's shipment, from consignment instructions to onboard delivery. Send us the part details, origin and vessel itinerary before dispatch so we can establish the customs route and the correct consignee details.
How quickly can urgent air-freight spares reach the vessel?
Send us the flight details, shipment documents and vessel ETA before dispatch. We plan customs processing, inland transport and onboard delivery against the vessel's schedule, and give you a shipment-specific timeline with each stage clearly identified.
Can I use an ATA Carnet to send ship spares to Brazil?
No. Brazil's ATA Carnet operations ended on 31 December 2021. We identify the appropriate customs procedure before shipment. Temporary admission may apply to eligible tools or equipment brought in for temporary use; replacement parts require assessment against their intended use and the vessel's operation.
What happens if spare parts arrive before the vessel?
We arrange storage to bridge the gap between cargo arrival and the vessel's call, then plan the final delivery. For cargo awaiting customs release, we arrange storage at an authorized bonded facility. Released goods can move to suitable local storage in line with the applicable customs procedure.
What do you need to arrange onboard delivery of ship spares?
Send the parts description, shipment documents and packing details, plus the vessel name, IMO number and port schedule. We check the customs requirements and arrange terminal access, transport and delivery with the vessel's team. Tell us about heavy, oversized or dangerous items at the outset so the handling plan is ready.

Send Your Shipment Details

Share the vessel name, intended port, ETA, parts description and available shipping documents. We will review the requirements and advise on the next steps.