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IMP Imperatriz Airport (Prefeito Renato Moreira Airport)
Imperatriz Airport (Prefeito Renato Moreira Airport) (IATA: IMP, ICAO:SBIZ) is located in the city of Imperatriz, Brazil.

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IATA Code

IMP

ICAO Code

SBIZ

Name

Imperatriz Airport (Prefeito Renato Moreira Airport)

Type

Country / Region

Brazil (BR)

City

Imperatriz

Latitude

-5.5312901

Longitude

-47.4599991

Time Zone

UTC−03:00

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Airport Overview

Imperatriz Airport (Prefeito Renato Moreira Airport) IMP / SBIZ

Imperatriz Airport (Prefeito Renato Moreira Airport) is a regional Brazilian airport serving Imperatriz in Maranhão, close to important commercial links toward southern Maranhão, northern Tocantins and the wider northeastern interior. For international forwarders, its practical role is generally as a regional uplift and delivery point rather than a primary long-haul cargo gateway. Our platform can coordinate airport-to-airport or door-to-airport planning through the available domestic air network, while confirming current handling acceptance, customs requirements, operating windows and onward connections before booking.

Airport name	Imperatriz Airport (Prefeito Renato Moreira Airport)
Location	Imperatriz, Maranhão, Brazil
Country / city	Brazil / Imperatriz
IATA / ICAO	IMP / SBIZ
Coordinates	5°31′52.64″S, 47°27′36.00″W approximately, based on the supplied airport record
Time zone	UTC−03:00

Key Highlights

Regional rather than intercontinental gateway
Cargo planning normally depends on domestic airline capacity and connections through larger Brazilian gateways.
Capacity must be confirmed per shipment
Aircraft type, pallet acceptance, handling windows and commodity restrictions can vary by flight and handling provider.
Strong inland distribution relevance
The airport can support time-sensitive regional distribution where road transport from a distant gateway would add material transit time.
International cargo requires routing design
Export and import shipments may require transfer, customs processing or final delivery through another Brazilian gateway; our team verifies the correct customs path.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Cargo acceptance at a regional passenger airport should be treated as shipment-specific. Our service team confirms the actual handling arrangement before issuing a firm routing or service promise.

General cargo: Standard shipments may be accepted subject to airline booking, package dimensions, chargeable weight, security screening and available aircraft capacity.
Special cargo: Dangerous goods, lithium batteries, pharmaceuticals, perishables, live animals, valuables and oversized pieces require advance written acceptance. Do not assume dedicated cold rooms, dangerous-goods storage or live-animal facilities are available.
Customs and bonded handling: For international movements, the responsible Brazilian customs and cargo-handling arrangements must be confirmed for the selected routing. A connection through another gateway may be operationally more appropriate.
Ground handling: Acceptance cut-offs, warehouse handover points, screening procedures, storage availability and delivery appointments can change according to the operator and flight schedule.
Pickup and delivery: Our platform can arrange local trucking or airport transfer, but vehicle access, release documentation, consignee identification and storage charges must be checked before dispatch.

Routes & Transit Times

Domestic distribution: The normal planning model is uplift from Imperatriz through the currently available domestic network, with a possible connection at a larger Brazilian airport. Airline, flight and space confirmation are required for each shipment.
International export: Shipments from overseas suppliers or Brazilian exporters may require a domestic feeder, gateway transfer and customs coordination before or after the international sector. Our team compares direct regional uplift with road feeder alternatives.
Transit planning: Transit time depends on connection availability, cargo acceptance cut-offs, weekends and holidays, screening, weather, aircraft payload and customs processing. Published flight time alone should not be used as the delivery commitment.
Alternative gateways: If the cargo is heavy, oversized, temperature-sensitive or time-critical, a larger gateway combined with secured road transport may offer more reliable capacity than forcing a regional airport connection.

Our service team confirms the carrier, connection point, terminal handover, estimated transit range and contingency routing before the shipper authorizes dispatch.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary catchment: Imperatriz and surrounding areas of Maranhão, with potential commercial links toward the Tocantins border region and other inland communities.
Typical regional demand: Small and medium-sized commercial shipments, replacement parts, industrial supplies, retail replenishment, documents and e-commerce parcels may be suitable when accepted by the carrier.
Time-sensitive goods: Healthcare supplies, laboratory items, urgent maintenance components and selected perishables require prior confirmation of handling, packaging and storage conditions.
Industrial and agricultural supply chains: Machinery parts, tools, electrical components and packaged agricultural inputs may move through the region, but dimensions, weight distribution and dangerous-goods status must be screened before booking.
Road-air combination: For consolidated cargo, our team evaluates whether trucking to or from a larger gateway provides better frequency, capacity and customs control than a small-airport connection.

Operations & Compliance

Booking cut-off: There is no universal cut-off that applies to every flight. Our team obtains the carrier-specific cargo acceptance deadline and builds in time for weighing, screening, document review and terminal handover.
Dangerous goods: The shipper must provide the correct UN classification, packing instruction, shipper’s declaration where required, battery information and compliant labels. Acceptance depends on airline approval and aircraft limitations.
Temperature-controlled cargo: Use validated packaging and provide the required temperature range, handling instructions, data-log information and contingency plan. A regional airport should not be treated as having guaranteed refrigerated storage unless confirmed in writing.
Customs and release: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport documents, importer/exporter details, permits and any applicable Brazilian customs filings must match the physical cargo. Customs inspection, document correction and release timing can affect the connection.
Collection: The consignee should prepare identification, authorization and any customs release evidence before the cargo arrives. Our local delivery plan is subject to terminal release and vehicle access conditions.

Shipping Tips

Send the commercial invoice, packing list, commodity description, dimensions, gross weight, pieces, Incoterms and destination details before cargo is tendered; this allows our team to screen routing and restrictions.
For batteries, chemicals, aerosols, magnets, medical products or temperature-sensitive goods, provide technical specifications and safety documentation at quotation stage rather than after booking.
Use rigid, stackable packaging with clear piece markings and a consignee contact on every handling unit. Protect labels from abrasion and ensure the declared weight agrees with the actual gross weight.
For urgent or high-value shipments, request a primary route plus a pre-approved road-air alternative. This reduces the risk of a missed connection or aircraft-capacity limitation at a regional airport.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Imperatriz Airport (Prefeito Renato Moreira Airport) handle international cargo directly?
The correct customs and handling path depends on the shipment and current operator arrangements. International cargo may require a Brazilian gateway connection, customs transfer or road feeder. Our team confirms this before booking rather than assuming direct international acceptance.
Can our team book dangerous goods through Imperatriz Airport (Prefeito Renato Moreira Airport)?
Potentially, subject to airline approval, aircraft restrictions, compliant packaging, documentation and available trained handling. Submit the SDS, UN number, packing details and battery specifications for pre-clearance.
Is temperature-controlled storage guaranteed at Imperatriz Airport (Prefeito Renato Moreira Airport)?
No storage capability should be presumed. For pharmaceuticals, vaccines, seafood or other temperature-sensitive cargo, our service team obtains written confirmation of acceptance, handover conditions, storage time and contingency arrangements.
What is the best option for oversized or heavy cargo?
We compare aircraft limitations at the regional airport with a gateway-and-truck solution. Piece dimensions, total weight, center of gravity, loading equipment and road restrictions determine the workable option.
How early should cargo be delivered for an outbound shipment?
The exact deadline is flight- and carrier-specific. Our team provides the confirmed cargo acceptance time after booking and recommends additional buffer for screening, weighing, document discrepancies and terminal congestion.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport identity, location, codes and time-zone details in this module are based on the supplied airport record. Regulatory and operational points are presented as planning guidance; current flight schedules, cargo acceptance, customs procedures, handling availability and carrier restrictions must be reconfirmed before shipment.

Reference domains for verification: gov.br/anac for Brazilian civil aviation oversight; gov.br/receitafederal for Brazilian customs and tax administration; iata.org for international air transport and cargo standards. These domains do not constitute confirmation of a particular flight, facility, handling contract or service level.