Ocean Freight Route

MombasaBalboa

KEMBA
PABLB
Distance
7,174 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

KE
Origin Port

Mombasa

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Deep-water berths capable of handling large container and bulk vessels
  • Modern container terminals with rubber-tired gantries and reach stackers
  • Integrated rail and road corridors via the national rail network to inland dry ports
  • Dedicated oil and bulk cargo facilities at the Kipevu oil terminal

Key Exports

Tea and agricultural productsCoffee and horticultural produceMinerals and soda ashManufactured goods and textilesTransit cargo for Uganda, Rwanda, South Sudan, and Eastern DRC

Export Compliance

Exporters must comply with Kenya Revenue Authority electronic customs filing and provide accurate cargo manifests.

PA
Destination Port

Balboa

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Technologically advanced container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes
  • Panamax and post-Panamax capable berths suitable for large container vessels
  • Direct rail and road connections linking the port to the Panama City logistics corridor
  • Strategically located 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.

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