Ocean Freight Route

AltamiraTacoma

MXATM
USSEA
Distance
1,897 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

MX
Origin Port

Altamira

Infrastructure Highlights

  • High-draft berths capable of handling large container and bulk vessels
  • Dedicated terminals for containerized, petrochemical, and project cargo operations
  • Well-connected road and rail access to the regional manufacturing and petrochemical clusters
  • Large-scale petrochemical and industrial park facilities directly connected to 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 relevant sanitary and phytosanitary regulations for hazardous and food-grade cargo.

US
Destination Port

Tacoma

Infrastructure Highlights

  • A range of deep-water container berths capable of handling Post-Panamax vessels
  • Direct rail facilities connecting to Class I railroads for inland distribution
  • Upgraded container yards with on-terminal reefer plug capacity for refrigerated cargo
  • Heavy-duty ship-to-shore gantry cranes supporting high-volume container operations

Key Imports

Consumer goods (electronics, appliances, retail merchandise)Automobiles and vehicle partsMachinery and capital equipmentFurniture and household goodsTextiles, apparel, and footwear

Import Regulations

All inbound cargo must comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirements, including timely filing of the Importer Security Filing (ISF) for ocean shipments.

Altamira to Tacoma Ocean Freight | DNA Supply Chain