Ocean Freight Route
CharlestonAltamira
USCHSMXATM
Distance
1,132 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings
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Logistics Infrastructure Profile
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
US
Origin Port
Charleston
Infrastructure Highlights
- Deepwater berths supporting large container vessels
- Modern container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes
- On-dock rail connections to Class I railroads
- Enhanced highway access via interstate and state highway corridors
Key Exports
Automotive and vehicle partsMachinery and industrial equipmentChemicals and plasticsPaper and forest productsAgricultural and food products
Export Compliance
Shippers must comply with U.S. Export Administration Regulations and submit accurate Electronic Export Information via AES
MX
Destination Port
Altamira
Infrastructure Highlights
- High-draft berths capable of handling long-haul ocean-going vessels
- Dedicated terminals for box, chemical, and breakbulk operations
- Well-connected road and rail access to the industrial corridor of Northern Mexico
- Large-scale petrochemical and industrial park facilities adjacent to the port area
Key Imports
Crude oil and feedstock for petrochemical plantsIndustrial equipment and machineryChemicals and additivesContainerized consumer goodsConstruction materials
Import Regulations
All imported goods must meet Mexican customs clearance procedures, including correct tariff coding and declared value.