Manzanillo Closes 2025 as Mexico’s Leading Port

The Port of Manzanillo closed 2025 as Mexico’s leading container port after handling nearly 4 million TEUs, reinforcing its position as the country’s most important maritime logistics hub. During 2025, the commercial port moved 3,893,357TEUs, marking more than two decades of uninterrupted leadership among Mexican ports in container traffic, according to port authorities.

Containerized cargo remained Manzanillo’s core operation, driving its continued dominance through high levels of efficiency, interconnectivity and close coordination with private terminal operators that play a key role in the port’s performance.

The port’s main container terminals reported record volumes during the year. SSA Marine Mexico led operations with 1,648,347 TEUs, followed by Contecon Manzanillo, which handled 1,545,411 TEUs. Other terminals also contributed to the port’s overall performance. Terminal Timsa processed 356,243 TEUs, while Operadora de la Cuenca del Pacífico (Ocupa) moved 343,357 TEUs in 2025.

The National Port System Administration of Manzanillo (ASIPONA Manzanillo) said it continues to work permanently with port stakeholders to ensure agile and efficient processes aimed at sustaining the port’s national leadership and advancing its goal of positioning Manzanillo in the Top 2 ports in Latin America.

Under the leadership of José Ignacio Moreno, Manzanillo has continued to deliver positive results for Mexico’s national port system, strengthening the country’s role in global maritime trade. The Port of Manzanillo reinforced its leadership in Mexico’s maritime sector in 2025, handling nearly 4 million TEUs and marking more than 20 years as the country’s top container port. The results highlight the strategic role of port infrastructure, efficiency and collaboration in strengthening global supply chains.

Maersk Opens US15 Million Manzanillo Depot 

MBN reported that A.P. Moller, Maersk inaugurated a new logistics depot in Manzanillo backed by an investment of over US$15 million, as the company moves to deepen its presence in one of the country’s most critical trade gateways. Located about 5km from the Port of Manzanillo, Mexico’s busiest container hub, the facility is designed to accelerate cargo flows, reduce first- and last-mile friction, and strengthen supply chain resilience across the Pacific corridor.

“Manzanillo is one of Mexico’s most dynamic trade hubs, and this investment underscores our commitment to the country’s long-term growth. By offering integrated services, from shunting to transloading and reefer support, we are helping customers simplify their supply chains and strengthen their competitiveness in both domestic and international markets,” says Patricia Perez, Managing Director, Maersk in Mexico.

The new depot spans 31,000m² and is built to address congestion pressure points that typically emerge at high-volume ports: terminal truck idling, equipment availability, container handoff delays, and cold-chain constraints for refrigerated cargo. Maersk positions the site as a practical “agility layer” outside the terminal, enabling shippers to move cargo through Manzanillo with more predictable timelines and lower operational volatility.

Manzanillo’s role in Mexico’s trade architecture continues to expand, particularly as a primary entry point for Asia-linked cargo that then moves inland to the Bajío and the central industrial corridor. The port’s scale and geography make it a natural consolidation hub for imports feeding automotive, electronics, retail, and other manufacturing-heavy supply chains that rely on consistent container availability and fast inland distribution.