Ocean Freight Route

BarcelonaLazaro Cardenas

ESBCN
MXLZC
Distance
5,312 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

ES
Origin Port

Barcelona

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Deep-water berths supporting mainline container and Ro-Ro services
  • Modern container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes and on-dock rail access
  • Integrated hinterland links via highway and rail to Catalonia and broader Iberian markets
  • Dedicated cruise and passenger terminals separated from main cargo operations

Key Exports

Automobiles and automotive componentsChemicals and petrochemical productsMachinery and industrial equipmentFood and agricultural products (including wine and olive oil)Textiles, fashion, and consumer goods

Export Compliance

Exporters must comply with European Union export control regulations, including dual-use goods under EU Regulation (EU) 2021/821

MX
Destination Port

Lazaro Cardenas

Infrastructure Highlights

  • High-draft access channel supporting Post-Panamax and larger vessels
  • Dedicated automotive and Ro-Ro facilities for finished vehicle exports and imports
  • Integrated rail connections linking to the national rail network and inland logistics hubs
  • Upgraded container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes and extensive yard space

Key Imports

Industrial machinery and equipmentConsumer goods and electronicsAutomotive components and CKD/SKD kitsChemicals and petrochemical productsContainerized general cargo

Import Regulations

Every import shipment needs complete commercial documentation, including invoice, packing list, and compliant HS codes for Mexican customs clearance.

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