Ocean Freight Route

VeracruzAltamira

MXVER
MXATM
Distance
224 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

MX
Origin Port

Veracruz

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Several deep-water berths capable of handling Panamax and post-Panamax vessels
  • Upgraded container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes and yard stacking systems
  • Well-connected road and rail links to central and northern Mexico for inland distribution
  • Specialized automotive and general cargo facilities with covered storage and open yards

Key Exports

Automobiles and automotive partsAgricultural products (coffee, sugar, citrus, grains)Industrial and manufactured goods (machinery, appliances, metal products)Petroleum products and petrochemicalsProcessed foods and beverages

Export Compliance

Shippers are required to follow Mexican customs regulations, including accurate tariff classification, origin documentation, and electronic export declarations.

MX
Destination Port

Altamira

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Modern deep-sea berths capable of handling Panamax and post-Panamax vessels
  • Purpose-built terminals for containerized, petrochemical, and project cargo operations
  • Strategically linked road and rail access to the Tamaulipas and Nuevo León industrial zones
  • Modern petrochemical and industrial park facilities integrated with the port area

Key Imports

Crude oil and feedstock for petrochemical plantsIndustrial equipment and machineryChemicals and additivesContainerized consumer goodsConstruction materials

Import Regulations

Imports are subject to Mexican customs clearance procedures, including proper tariff treatment and tax calculation.

Veracruz to Altamira Ocean Freight | DNA Supply Chain