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The Port of Altamira is a strategic Gulf gateway connecting Mexico's industrial Bajio region to the U.S. market. Its extensive road and rail networks provide seamless access to manufacturing hubs. With specialized facilities for diverse cargo types and efficient cross-border logistics, it’s essential for freight forwarders seeking streamlined operations.

Country

Mexico

Capacity

~397,000 TEUs annually.

Throughput

12.185 million tons of cargo (2021).

Port Insights Advantages

Our Port Insights tool provides all the features you need to make confident planning decisions.

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Port Depth

Deep-water facilities capable of accommodating large container ships

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Connectivity

Connected via road and rail networks.

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Berthing Facilities

Berths for containers, bulk, and specialized goods.

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Location and accessibility

Located in Tamaulipas, serving Mexico’s central and Bajio regions with efficient trade flows.

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Equipment and Tech. 

Advanced logistics systems and facilities.

Carriers that service this port

The Port of Altamira, located on the Gulf of Mexico in Tamaulipas, is a critical logistics hub for freight forwarders. It provides excellent connectivity to Mexico’s industrial Bajio and central regions via well-established road and rail networks, facilitating efficient inland distribution.

The port is also strategically positioned to serve the U.S. market, offering fast and cost-effective cross-border transit to Texas and beyond. Equipped with specialized facilities for containers, bulk, and liquid cargo, Altamira caters to diverse freight needs. For freight forwarders, its strategic location, robust infrastructure, and seamless connectivity make it a vital port for trade between Mexico and the U.S.

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COSCO Shipping
Busan (KRPUS)
Altamira
14 days
Direct

WSA3 Express

2024-12-21
2025-01-04
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APL
Busan (KRPUS)
Altamira
14 days
Direct

ACSA1 Voyager

2024-12-24
2025-01-07
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ONE
Busan (KRPUS)
Altamira
14 days
Direct

AN1 Navigator

2025-01-27
2025-01-10
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CMA CGM
Busan (KRPUS)
Altamira
14 days
Direct

ACSA2 Pioneer

2024-12-30
2025-01-13
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Maersk
Busan (KRPUS)
Altamira
14 days
Direct

AC2 Explorer

2025-01-02
2025-01-16
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HMM
Busan (KRPUS)
Altamira
14 days
Direct

Buenaventura Express

2025-01-05
2025-01-19

Carriers that service this port

The Port of Altamira is a strategic Gulf gateway connecting Mexico's industrial Bajio region to the U.S. market. Its extensive road and rail networks provide seamless access to manufacturing hubs. With specialized facilities for diverse cargo types and efficient cross-border logistics, it’s essential for freight forwarders seeking streamlined operations.

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