Key Points
- The South America West coast is mainly our own space at Qingdao with CMA, MSK and KMTC — direct booking for better security.
- Mexico Manzanillo is about 20 days — the fastest and leading west-coast market.
- Covers major ports in Mexico, Chile, Peru, Ecuador and Colombia.
1. Own west-coast space, Mexico as the lead market
The west coast is mainly our own space with CMA, MSK and KMTC — our own booking window, with better space and rate security. Mexico is the leading west-coast market, with faster transit and strong demand.
2. Main Mexico ports and transit times
Mexico covers Manzanillo, Lazaro and Ensenada. Manzanillo is the main Pacific-side gateway port with a faster transit.
- Mexico Manzanillo: about 20 days, fastest on the west coast.
- Covers Manzanillo, Lazaro and Ensenada.
3. Chile, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia
Beyond Mexico, the west coast covers Chile San Antonio, Valparaiso, Iquique, Peru Callao, Paita, Ecuador Guayaquil and Colombia Buenaventura.
- Chile San Antonio, Peru Callao: about 30 days.
- Covers major ports in Chile, Peru, Ecuador and Colombia.
4. Special cargo and destination charges
Chemicals, building materials and special cargo can be handled, but confirm documents and carrier acceptance in advance. Destination charges and clearance at some west-coast ports vary, so confirm them when requesting a quote rather than looking at origin price alone.
FAQ
How long is transit to Mexico Manzanillo?
About 20 days, one of the fastest west-coast markets; actual sailings may vary.
Is the west coast your own space?
The west coast is mainly our own space with CMA, MSK and KMTC — our own booking window — with an edge in space and rate.