Ocean Freight Route
KobeBalboa
JPUKBPABLB
Distance
7,526 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings
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Logistics Infrastructure Profile
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
JP
Origin Port
Kobe
Infrastructure Highlights
- Modern container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes
- Extensive on-dock rail and road connections to the Kansai hinterland
- Dedicated ro-ro and automobile handling berths
- Seismic-resistant quay structures and reclaimed island facilities
Key Exports
Automobiles and automotive partsMachinery and industrial equipmentSteel and metal productsElectronics and electrical componentsChemicals and specialty materials
Export Compliance
Shipments must comply with Japanese export control laws, including strategic items regulations.
PA
Destination Port
Balboa
Infrastructure Highlights
- High-capacity container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes
- Draft-accessible berths suitable for large container vessels
- Integrated rail and road connections linking the port to the Panama City logistics corridor
- Well-developed yard space and container storage areas for transshipment operations
Key Imports
Consumer goods and electronicsVehicles and automotive partsIndustrial machinery and equipmentFood products and beverages
Import Regulations
Importers must ensure accurate HS classification and valuation to avoid customs delays and penalties.