Ocean Freight Route

Lazaro CardenasOakland

MXLZC
USOAK
Distance
1,591 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

MX
Origin 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 Exports

Automobiles and automotive partsSteel and metal productsMinerals and bulk commodities (including iron ore and coal)Manufactured goods and machineryAgricultural products (such as grains and fertilizers)

Export Compliance

Shippers are required to follow Mexican customs regulations, including accurate tariff classification and proper electronic documentation through the customs system.

US
Destination Port

Oakland

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Large-scale container terminals with on-dock rail connectivity
  • Ocean-going berths capable of handling Post-Panamax vessels
  • Extensive intermodal links to regional rail and interstate highway networks
  • Contemporary cargo-handling equipment and yard management systems

Key Imports

Consumer goods and retail merchandiseElectronics and electrical machineryFurniture and household goodsAutomotive parts and machinery componentsTextiles, apparel, and footwear

Import Regulations

All inbound cargo is subject to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) inspection and is required to meet applicable federal agency regulations.

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