Ocean Freight Route

ColonNewark

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Distance
1,906 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

PA
Origin Port

Colon

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Direct access to the Caribbean entrance of the Panama Canal
  • Modern container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes
  • Extensive yard space and near-dock warehousing facilities
  • Rail-connected links to the Panama Canal Railway and national highway network

Key Exports

Transshipped containerized manufactured goodsAgricultural products (including bananas and other tropical fruits)Refined petroleum products and chemicalsMetals and scrapWood and paper products

Export Compliance

Exporters must comply with Panama Canal Authority and national customs regulations for all outbound cargo.

US
Destination Port

Newark

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Large-scale container berths with post-Panamax vessel access
  • Integrated rail intermodal facilities connecting to primary U.S. inland hubs
  • Advanced container terminals with STS cranes
  • Seamless highway access via the New Jersey Turnpike and area 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 timely filings.

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