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The main unions linked to agro-export and logistics activity in the province of Santa Fe, Argentina, analyzed the productive situation of the San Lorenzo – Puerto General San Martín corridor. The leaders agreed on the need to coordinate operational measures given the constant flow of cargo circulating through the route, identified as key for the entry of foreign currency for the South American country. The alliance was formalized during a strategic meeting held at the headquarters of the Single Union of Argentine Port Workers (Supa) of Puerto General San Martín, with the participation of representatives from transport, stevedoring, and construction. The meeting was attended by Aníbal Cabrera, general secretary of Supa Puerto General San Martín; Sergio Aladio, head of the Santa Fe Truckers' Union; Carlos Boher, regional delegate of the Argentine Construction Workers' Union (Uocra); Mariano Del Sonno, general secretary of Supa San Lorenzo; and Marcelo Osores, general secretary of the Federation of Argentine Port Stevedores (Fepa). The operational weight of the complex is reflected in the statistics from the Rosario Stock Exchange corresponding to the 2024/2025 agricultural campaign. Of the 136 million tons of grain harvested in Argentina, 93 million were dispatched through the terminals of this fluvial hub. In line with the above, road transport was the pillar of distribution, as 76.6% of the cargo arrived by truck (about 1.7 million trips per year, with daily maximums of 10,000 vehicles), while 16.3% arrived by rail and 7.1% by barges. This logistical intensity would require direct responses in terms of trafficability and maintenance. The Truckers' Union highlighted road access safety, driver training, and improved working conditions as priorities. For its part, the inclusion of Uocra seeks to guarantee the execution and conservation of critical infrastructure, which includes everything from maritime terminals and industrial plants to warehouses and access roads. The union agreement gains greater relevance given the projections for the 2025/2026 cycle. Estimates foresee a record corn harvest of 71.7 million tons – 20% more than the previous historical maximum – and a maximum of 10 million tons of cereal exports between August and September. Faced with this increased pressure on the supply chain, the new union table will seek to guarantee the fluidity of shipments and operational safety throughout the port area.
