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.[1] 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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CountryBrazil
LocationNatal, Rio Grande do Norte
Coordinates5°46′22″S 35°12′19″W / 5.77278°S 35.20528°W / -5.77278; -35.20528
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OpenedJanuary 14, 1922
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Website
http://www.codern.com.br/portonatal_porto.php

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