Chu Lai Port has witnessed a significant surge in cassava starch exports in the first half of November, with shipments exceeding 2,500 tons, a 15% increase compared to October. Cassava starch, a key export commodity at the port, is anticipated to reach an output of over 60,000 tons in 2023.
Cassava starch is stored at Chu Lai Port's warehouses before export
Between November 10 and 13, a shipment of cassava starch, comprising nearly 1,200 tons, started its journey from the Quang Ngai Agricultural Products and Foodstuff Company's factory in Kon Tum Province to Chu Lai Port. Prior to this shipment, the port had facilitated the export of nearly 1,000 tons of cassava starch from the Attapeu Cassava Starch Factory in Laos.
Containerized cassava starch for export
Chu Lai Port has emerged as a force in the agricultural export landscape, particularly for cassava starch. This strategic hub serves as a critical link between regional producers in central Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia and international markets. The port has strategically developed a comprehensive logistics service model tailored to the specific needs of the agricultural sector. This model encompasses a range of services, including transportation, storage, containerization customs procedures, loading and unloading. catering to both containerized and bulk goods. Chu Lai port has also established an extensive warehouse system spanning nearly 200,000 square meters, addressing the large-scale storage requirements of businesses. These investments have transformed the port into a trusted partner for agricultural exporters. On average, over 5,000 tons of cassava starch is exported through the port each month.
More than 2,500 tons of cassava starch were exported through Chu Lai port in the first half of November
The cassava harvest season is reaching its peak in Vietnam's Central Highlands and Laos. Recognizing the potential of this type of goods, Chu Lai port focuses on enhancing its service quality, expanding its market reach, and fostering partnerships with businesses across the region. A key aspect of this strategy lies in offering competitive road transport costs, which are 10% lower than the market average and a comprehensive after-sales policy. This transport expense reduction translates into substantial cost savings for exporters, ranging from 5% to 10% on logistics costs compared to the national average, empowering businesses to enhance their competitiveness in the global market.