Ocean Freight Route
MemphisAltamira
MEMMXATM
Distance
860 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings
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Logistics Infrastructure Profile
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
ME
Origin Port
Memphis
Infrastructure Highlights
- Extensive air cargo facilities centered on the FedEx Express global hub
- Strategic rail intermodal yards connecting to eastern and western U.S. networks
- Robust interstate highway access via I-40 and I-55 for regional trucking
- Efficient air freight handling for time-sensitive and high-value shipments
Key Exports
Agricultural products (soybeans, cotton, grains)Automotive parts and machineryMedical devices and pharmaceuticalsProcessed foods and consumer goodsAir-shipped express parcels and high-value electronics
Export Compliance
Companies need to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and screen parties against restricted and denied party lists.
MX
Destination Port
Altamira
Infrastructure Highlights
- Deep-water berths capable of handling Panamax and post-Panamax vessels
- Specialized terminals for containers, liquid bulk, and general cargo operations
- Integrated road and rail access to the industrial corridor of Northern Mexico
- Extensive 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
Inbound cargo is governed by Mexican customs clearance procedures, including proper tariff treatment and tax calculation.