Asia to Latin America: Unraveling the Intricate Tapestry of Shipping Routes and Ports

In the vast and dynamic realm of international shipping that bridges Asia and Latin America, Southeast Asian ports assume a position of utmost importance. These ports serve as the lifeblood of global trade, functioning as bustling hubs where the ebb and flow of goods from around the world converge.

Singapore, a veritable powerhouse in the maritime and financial arenas, stands as a paragon of modern port infrastructure. Its state – of – the – art facilities handle an astronomical volume of containers and cargo daily, acting as a linchpin in the global supply chain. South Korea’s Busan, strategically nestled in Northeast Asia, serves as a crucial nexus that seamlessly connects trade routes spanning Asia and the Americas. Hong Kong, with its long – standing reputation as a free port, has a shipping industry that is as vibrant as it is far – reaching, establishing connections to markets across the globe. Shenzhen, a burgeoning metropolis in China, owes much of its economic success to ports like Yantian, which are instrumental in handling a substantial portion of China’s exports. Shanghai, one of the world’s megacities, along with its adjacent port areas, and the ports of Ningbo and Qingdao, are titans in the shipping sector. Equipped with advanced infrastructure and highly efficient logistics systems, they manage a diverse array of goods, ranging from everyday consumer products to colossal heavy – industrial machinery.

The following table details some of the common shipping routes from Singapore to Manzanillo, highlighting the various transit ports, services, shipping days, and shipowners:

Origin Port Destination Port Trans – shipment Port Service Shipping Days Shipowner
Singapore Manzanillo Shanghai WSA6/WSA/WSA2/WSA3/WSA5 29 – 43 Cosco
Singapore Manzanillo Qingdao MAERSK (AC2) 29 – 47 Maersk
Singapore Manzanillo Busan, Qingdao M2X Service (M2X), Asia Central South America 2 (ACSA2) 29 – 47 CMA
Singapore Manzanillo Qingdao, Pusan, Shanghai, Shekou M2X Service (M2X) 37 – 44 WHL
Singapore Manzanillo Busan NW2 NW1 NW3 28 – 40 ONE
Singapore Manzanillo Shanghai TLP1 OOCL
Singapore Manzanillo Ningbo, Hong Kong WSA2/WSA 29 – 43 EMC
Singapore Manzanillo Shanghai, Ningbo TPM/AN2 28 – 42 HPL
Singapore Manzanillo Busan Mexicas 28 – 31 MSC
Singapore Manzanillo Shanghai Asia – America (ZXB) 29 – 32 ZIM

While these major Southeast Asian ports are popular choices for shippers, the shipping landscape also offers off – the – beaten – path alternatives. An excellent example is ZIM’s ZIM eCommerce Xpress Baltimore (ZXB) service. This innovative service features a unique route: Lazaro Cardenas – 18 hours – Manzanillo – transit all ports. It caters to shippers with specialized requirements, whether they are dealing with time – sensitive e – commerce goods or unique cargo, providing them with the flexibility they need.

One particularly fascinating long – distance shipping route is: CAI MEP – 1 day 16 hours – HAIPHONG – 1 day 20 hours – YANTIAN (GD) – 1 day 2 hours – KAOHSIUNG – 1 day 16 hours – XIAMEN (FJ) – 1 day 10 hours – SHANGHAI (SH) – 16 hours – LAZARO CARDENAS – 1 day 20 hours – CARTAGENA – 6 days 20 hours – FREEPORT (GRAND BAHAMAS) – 19 hours – BALTIMORE (MD) – 2 days – NORFOLK (VA) – 1 day 3 hours – NEW YORK (NY) – 1 day 8 hours – BOSTON (MA). This route is a testament to the complexity and far – reaching connectivity of international shipping. It enables goods to journey from an Asian port to multiple destinations in the Americas, traversing a plethora of transit points and ports along the way.

Another illustrative route is Singapore – 7 days 3 hours 30 minutes – Shanghai – 16 days 18 hours 30 minutes – Lazaro Cardenas – 18 hours – Manzanillo. Starting from Singapore, the journey first takes the cargo through Shanghai, a major Chinese port, before heading towards the key Latin American ports of Lazaro Cardenas and Manzanillo. These routes not only facilitate the physical movement of goods but also play a pivotal role in strengthening the economic bonds between Asia and Latin America, fostering international trade and cooperation in our highly globalized economy.

Lazaro Cardenas: The Pivotal Gateway to South America’s West Coast

Lazaro Cardenas, located on the western coast of Mexico, is a linchpin in the international shipping network. Once cargo arrives at this port, it can be efficiently transshipped to various ports along the South American west coast. For example, it can be routed to Callao in Peru. The transit time from Lazaro Cardenas to Callao can vary significantly, approximately [X] days, depending on factors such as the shipping line, vessel speed, and prevailing weather conditions. This connection is invaluable, as it enables the seamless transfer of goods from Southeast Asian origins, like those starting from CAI MEP, to important South American markets. Ports along the South American west coast are vital for importing a wide gamut of products, from the latest consumer electronics to heavy – duty industrial equipment, which are in high demand in countries such as Chile, Peru, and Ecuador.

Cartagena: The Key to Unlocking the Caribbean Market

Cartagena, on the other hand, is a prime location for transshipment to the Caribbean. After reaching Cartagena from HAIPHONG via the initial leg of the journey starting from CAI MEP, the cargo can be distributed to numerous Caribbean ports. Caribbean ports, such as Bridgetown in Barbados, Port – au – Prince in Haiti, and Kingston in Jamaica, rely heavily on transshipment hubs like Cartagena to receive goods from across the world. The transit time from Cartagena to these Caribbean ports can fluctuate. For instance, it might take 2 – 3 days to reach Bridgetown, depending on the shipping schedule and the type of service opted for. The Caribbean region has a significant appetite for consumer goods, construction materials, and food products, and this shipping route serves as a reliable conduit, bridging the gap between Asian suppliers and Caribbean consumers.

In conclusion, these shipping routes, with their transshipment options at Lazaro Cardenas and Cartagena, offer unparalleled flexibility and connectivity within the global trade network. They empower businesses in Southeast Asia to access the diverse and lucrative markets of the Americas, thereby contributing significantly to the growth of international trade and economic development on both sides of the Pacific. For businesses engaged in international trade, understanding these shipping routes and the roles of different ports is not just beneficial but essential. It equips them to make well – informed decisions regarding the most cost – effective, time – efficient, and reliable shipping solutions for their products. Whether it’s choosing a major port for standard shipping or exploring off – line services for specialized needs, the intricate web of Asia – to – Latin – America shipping holds the key to unlocking endless possibilities for the growth of global trade.

Direct Service

Asia to Mexico & West Coast of South America WCSA

COSCO (WSA4)

Shekou (CNSHK)-0days-Hongkong (HKHKG)-1days-Kaohsiung (TWKHH)-3days-Ningbo (CNNGB)-2days-Shanghai (CNSHA)-4days-Busan (KRPUS)-16days- Manzanillo (MXLZC) -1days-Lazaro Cardenas (MXLZC)-5days-Buenaventura (COBUN)-5days-Callao (PECLL)-4days-Guayaquil (ECGYE)-8days- Lazaro Cardenas (MXLZC) -1days-Manzanillo (MXLZC)  -19days-Yokohama (JPYOK)-3days-Busan (KRPUS)-4days-Shekou (CNSHK)

COSCO (WSA3)

Xiamen (CNXMN)-2days-Shanghai (CNSHA)-3days-Qingdao (CNTAO)-3days-Busan (KRPUS)-13days-Ensenada (MXESE)-5days- Manzanillo (MXLZC) -8days-Callao (PECLL)-5days- Lirquen (CLLQN) 2days-San Antonio(CLSAI) (CLSAI)-10days-Manzanillo (MXLZC) –4days-Ensenada (MXESE) -13days-Yokohama (JPYOK)-4days-Shanghai (CNSHA)-5days-Xiamen (CNXMN)

COSCO (WSA2)

Kaohsiung (TWKHH)-2days-Shekou (CNSHK)-1days-Hongkong (HKHKG)-2days-Ningbo (CNNGB)-2days-Shanghai (CNSHA)-18days-Manzanillo (MXLZC) -2days- Lazaro Cardenas (MXLZC) -2days-Puerto Quetzal (GTPRQ)-7days-Callao (PECLL)-3days-Guayaquil (ECGYE)-8days-Manzanillo (MXLZC)  -20days-Busan (KRPUS)-3days-Kaohsiung (TWKHH)-

COSCO (WSA)

Hongkong (HKHKG)-0days-Yantian (CNYTN)-2days-Kaohsiung (TWKHH)-2days-Shanghai (CNSHA)-1days-Ningbo (CNNGB)-19days-Manzanillo (MXLZC) -7days-Balboa (PABLB)-2days-Buenaventura (COBUN) -4days-Callao (PECLL)-3days- San Antonio(CLSAI) -29days-Hongkong (HKHKG)

Asia to East Coast of South America

COSCO (ESA)

Shanghai (CNSHA) -1days-Ningbo (CNNGB) -3days-Yantian(CNYTN)-1days-Hongkong (HKHKG) -4days-Singapore(SGSIN)-22daysRIO DE JANEIRO (BRRIO))-2daysSANTOS (BRSTS)-2days-PARANAGUA (BRPNG)-1days-NAVEGANTES (BRNVT)-3days-MONTEVIDEO (UYMVD)-2days-BUENOS AIRES (ARBUE)-4days-RIO GRANDE (BRRIG)-2days-NAVEGANTES (BRNVT)-1days-PARANAGUA (BRPNG)-2days-SANTOS (BRSTS)-26days-Singapore(SGSIN)-5days-Hongkong (HKHKG)-2days-Shanghai (CNSHA)

COSCO (ESA2)

Qingdao (CNTAO) -2days- Shanghai (CNSHA) -1days-Ningbo (CNNGB) -3days- Shekou (CNSHK) -5days-Singapore(SGSIN)-24days-ITAGUAI (BRSPB)-1days-SANTOS (BRSTS)-2days-PARANAGUA (BRPNG)-1days-ITAPOA(BRIOA)-1days-NAVEGANTES (BRNVT)-1days-ITAJAI (BRITJ)-1days-SANTOS (BRSTS)-27days-Singapore(SGSIN)-7days-Qingdao (CNTAO)

Asia to Caribbean Area & Panama

COSCO (CAX1)

Singapore (SGSIN)-3days-Shekou (CNSHK)-1days-Hongkong (HKHKG)-2days-Kaohsiung (TWKHH)-2days-Ningbo (CNNGB)-1days-Shanghai (CNSHA)-3days-Qingdao (CNTAO)-2days-Busan (KRPUS)-17days-Manzanillo (MXLZC) -5days-Balboa (PABLB)-2days-Manzanillo,PA (PAMIT)-2days-Cartagenna (COCTG)-2days-Kingston (JMKIN)-4days-Caucedo (DOCAU)-37days-Singapore (SGSIN)-

 

Container Shipping Service

Most Caribbean ports do not have direct container shipping services from China and need to transit through key transit points such as Kingston (Jamaica), Cartagena (Colombia), Caucedo (Dominican Republic), Panama, etc.
It details the transportation routes from China to various important Caribbean ports (such as Barcadera, Belize City, Bridgetown, etc.), including information such as the first-leg service (1st Leg Serivce), the transit port (Via), the second-leg transit (2nd Leg via), and the sailing schedule (Sailing schedule). It involves many shipping companies (such as CMA, EMC, HBS, HPL, Maersk, MSC, ZIM, etc.) and their different service routes.

 

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