Ocean Freight Route

BalboaNewark

PABLB
USNWK
Distance
1,927 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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See specialized logistics solutions for moving freight between Panama and United States.

Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

PA
Origin Port

Balboa

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Modern container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes
  • Deep-water berths suitable for large container vessels
  • On-dock rail and road connections linking the port to the Panama City logistics corridor
  • Extensive yard space and container storage areas for transshipment operations

Key Exports

Containerized manufactured goods and machinery (transshipment)Agricultural products and foodstuffs (regional)Minerals and metals (in containers and breakbulk)Chemicals and petroleum products (in bulk and containerized form)

Export Compliance

Exporters must comply with Panamanian customs regulations and present complete electronic documentation before vessel cutoff.

US
Destination Port

Newark

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Large-scale container berths with large vessel access
  • Integrated rail intermodal facilities connecting to primary U.S. inland hubs
  • Advanced container terminals with high-reach quay cranes
  • Seamless highway access via the New Jersey Turnpike and local expressway network

Key Imports

Consumer electronics and appliancesApparel, footwear, and textilesFurniture and household goodsAutomotive vehicles and partsFood products and perishables

Import Regulations

Imported goods are subject to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) rules, including accurate entry documentation and punctual filings.

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