Ocean Freight Route

NorfolkAltamira

USORF
MXATM
Distance
1,410 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

US
Origin Port

Norfolk

Infrastructure Highlights

  • High-draft harbor capable of handling Post-Panamax vessels
  • Direct rail connections to major inland hubs
  • Advanced container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes
  • High-capacity interstate highway access linking the port to regional trucking corridors

Key Exports

Agricultural products (soybeans, grains)Forest products and paperMachinery and industrial equipmentChemicals and plasticsMilitary and aerospace-related cargo (including project and breakbulk)

Export Compliance

All exporters must comply with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), especially for strategic and high-technology cargo moving through the region.

MX
Destination Port

Altamira

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Deep-water berths capable of handling long-haul ocean-going vessels
  • Specialized terminals for box, chemical, and breakbulk operations
  • Integrated road and rail access to the regional manufacturing and petrochemical clusters
  • 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 correct tariff coding and declared value.

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