Ocean Freight Route
Santo Tomas de CastillaBaltimore
GTPBRUSBAL
Distance
1,550 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings
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Logistics Infrastructure Profile
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
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Origin Port
Santo Tomas de Castilla
Infrastructure Highlights
- Specialized container berths with ship-to-shore gantry cranes
- Temperature-controlled storage facilities supporting agri-food exports
- Adjacent customs and inspection facilities for faster clearance
- Highway-linked yards providing immediate access to Guatemala’s interior
Key Exports
Bananas and other fresh fruitCoffee and agricultural productsSugar and foodstuffsPalm oil and vegetable oilsManufactured goods and textiles
Export Compliance
Shippers should comply with Guatemalan customs regulations and submit complete commercial, packing, and origin documentation.
US
Destination Port
Baltimore
Infrastructure Highlights
- A range of deep-water berths capable of accommodating Panamax and post-Panamax vessels
- Purpose-built Ro-Ro and auto terminals with high-throughput ramps and storage yards
- Direct rail connections to Class I railroads for inland intermodal distribution
- High-capacity container terminals equipped with ship-to-shore gantry cranes and automated yard equipment
Key Imports
Automobiles and trucksContainerized consumer goodsSteel and metal productsProject cargo and heavy machineryBulk commodities and raw materials
Import Regulations
All inbound cargo falls under U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations, including security filing and admissibility checks.