Deep-water berths capable of handling Panamax and post-Panamax vessels
Specialized terminals for containerized, petrochemical, and project cargo operations
Integrated road and rail access to the Tamaulipas and Nuevo León industrial zones
Extensive petrochemical and industrial park facilities integrated with the port area

Key Exports

Petrochemicals and chemical productsRefined petroleum productsSteel and metal productsAutomotive parts and industrial machineryAgricultural commodities (grains and oilseeds)

Export Compliance

Shippers are required to follow Mexican customs and SENASICA/COFEPRIS regulations for industrial and agro-industrial cargo.

Destination Port

Kansas City

Infrastructure Highlights

Modern freight rail corridors linking Kansas City to major U.S. seaports on the Gulf and Pacific coasts
Regional distribution centers supporting nationwide ground freight consolidation and deconsolidation
Regular air cargo services via Kansas City International Airport to key domestic hubs
Efficient truck-rail operations along Interstates I-35, I-70, and I-29 for north–south and east–west freight flows

Key Imports

Consumer goods and retail merchandiseElectronics and appliancesAutomotive components and finished vehicles (via rail from coastal ports)Industrial inputs and raw materialsBuilding materials and construction products

Import Regulations

Most ocean-borne imports are customs-cleared at gateway seaports before rail transfer to Kansas City for distribution