Large-scale container terminals with modern ship-to-shore gantry cranes
Specialized multi-purpose berths handling diverse cargo types including containers and bulk
Well-connected rail and road links to the Gauteng industrial region facilitating inland distribution
Deep-draft approach channel supporting large container vessels and bulk carriers

Key Exports

Automobiles and automotive componentsMinerals and ores (including coal and ferroalloys)Agricultural products (sugar, citrus, and other agri-commodities)Chemicals and petrochemicalsManufactured goods and machinery

Export Compliance

Shippers are required to follow South African Revenue Service (SARS) customs regulations and file accurate electronic export declarations via the customs system.

Destination Port

Bogota

Infrastructure Highlights

Extensive airfreight facilities at El Dorado International Airport, including dedicated cargo terminals and cold-chain storage
High-frequency rail and road connections linking Bogota to Caribbean and Pacific seaports such as Cartagena and Buenaventura
High-capacity logistics parks and distribution centers in the Bogota metropolitan area supporting regional distribution
Robust customs and security infrastructure at the airport cargo area, including X-ray scanning and bonded warehouses

Key Imports

Machinery and industrial equipmentElectronics and telecommunications equipmentChemicals and pharmaceutical inputsAutomotive parts and vehicles (via inland distribution from seaports)Consumer goods and retail merchandise

Import Regulations

Importers must register with Colombian customs (DIAN) and verify that all commercial invoices, packing lists, and air waybills are consistent with the electronic declarations