Pressure to reduce emissions and accelerate operational efficiency has begun to shift the types of investments within Mexican ports. In Veracruz, Hutchison Ports ICAVE decided to move in this direction with an investment of over 62.8 million pesos (US$3.6 million) aimed at electrifying and automating some of its internal operations, a strategy that also reflects how port operators are seeking to meet greater logistical demands without losing competitiveness.

The terminal has added six new Autonomous Trucks for the horizontal transport of containers within the port area. These trucks join six other units already in operation, bringing the autonomous fleet to 12 driverless vehicles. The investment allocated exclusively to this expansion totaled approximately 32.5 million pesos (US$1.9 million).

Beyond the technological incorporation, the move also demonstrates the terminal’s commitment to automating processes considered critical within port operations, particularly those related to the internal movement of containers , where operational continuity, maneuvering precision and the reduction of incidents are beginning to gain importance compared to traditional models intensive in diesel equipment and operational labor.

The strategy also included the acquisition of three electric reach stackers for handling full containers and two electric flatbed trucks, machinery intended to replace conventional diesel equipment. The investment in the reach stackers exceeded 25 million pesos (US$1.4 million), while the flatbed trucks represented approximately 5.3 million pesos (US$290,000).

The addition of this equipment comes at a time when ports face a double pressure: increasing capacity to handle larger foreign trade flows and, at the same time, responding to increasingly strict environmental commitments driven by both global customers and international logistics chains.

“The incorporation of electric and autonomous equipment is part of a comprehensive transformation of our operation. We are not only seeking greater efficiency, but also moving towards a cleaner, more innovative port model, prepared for the logistical and environmental challenges of the coming decades,” said Javier Rodríguez Miranda, general manager of Hutchison Ports ICAVE, quoted in a press release.

The executive announced that the new Autonomous Trucks will begin formal operations during June 2026 and that the terminal plans to later integrate them into rail operations , a component that could expand the scope of automation within the port of Veracruz and strengthen the terminal’s intermodal connection.

The company estimates that this technological transition will reduce CO₂ emissions by approximately 58% compared to using conventional diesel equipment. According to the terminal’s operational calculations, six diesel tractor-trailers generate around 58.5 tons of CO₂, while six 100% electric Autonomous Trucks produce approximately 24.3 tons.

The commitment is part of Hutchison Ports’ global NET Zero strategy, which aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions by 54.6% by 2033, using 2021 levels as a baseline. The group has also set a goal of achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050.

The operational context is also significant. According to figures from the National Port System Administration (Asipona) Veracruz , the port handled approximately 1.3 million TEUs (20-foot equivalent units) and over 30 million tons of cargo during 2025, solidifying its position as one of the country’s most important logistics hubs and the leading port in the Gulf of Mexico for container traffic.

In this environment, automation and electrification are beginning to emerge not only as an environmental strategy, but also as a tool to sustain productivity, operational availability, and responsiveness to increasingly demanding and specialized logistics chains.

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The detection of hydrocarbons in the port of Veracruz , reported on April 4 by the Mexican Navy (Semar) , comes at a time when the traceability of contaminants in the Gulf of Mexico discovered since the beginning of March of this year has become unclear. Regarding the CMA CGM Moliere vessel —docked since March 27 at pier 14 of ICAVE —authorities confirmed the presence of residue, but not its origin, opening a front of uncertainty that transcends this specific incident and is part of a regional context marked by spills with no clear cause and ongoing operational repercussions.

According to a statement issued by the Mexican Navy (Semar) on April 4, naval personnel conducted reconnaissance and cleanup operations after detecting oil slicks and iridescent patterns on the water’s surface in the port of Veracruz. The hydrocarbons were contained within booms placed around the vessel—owned by the French company CMA CGM —in an area of ​​approximately 20 by 30 meters, from which nearly 180 kilograms of contaminated material were collected.

The document also provides a relevant temporal element: since the ship’s arrival on March 27, the presence of these containment barriers had already been confirmed , suggesting that the event was neither immediate nor necessarily public from its origin.

Despite this, the Navy avoids establishing a direct causal link . Instead of attributing the spill, it merely notes the presence of hydrocarbons “in the vicinity” of the vessel and confirms that no contamination was detected outside the contained area.

More than a week after the ship’s arrival, and with the incident already under control and in its containment phase, the source of the contaminant remains undetermined . In this context, a source close to the incident investigation told T21 that a certified underwater inspection of the vessel will be carried out this Wednesday, April 8 , to verify whether or not there is a connection between the ship and the presence of the hydrocarbon.

In contrast to the statement issued by the Navy on April 4, the Veracruz Port Authority (Asipona) has not yet published an official statement on the incident through its institutional channels, despite it occurring within the port area under its administration. This is particularly relevant considering the operational importance of the Port of Veracruz, which in 2025 ranked third nationally in container handling, with 1,299,337 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) moved , surpassed only by Manzanillo and Lázaro Cárdenas, according to data from the port authority itself.

For its part, T21 sought out CMA CGM executives to learn their position after the events that occurred between March 27 and April 4; however, the shipping company declined to offer statements at this time.

A navigation specialist who requested anonymity told T21 that the ship’s captain may have requested the cleaning of the vessel’s hull in anticipation of a possible denial of entry to its next ports of call due to hydrocarbon pollution, such as the port of Houston, Texas.

This situation has begun to affect port operations. The presence of the CMA CGM Moliere vessel at the ICAVE terminal, while the origin of the hydrocarbon is being clarified, has already led to delays in the arrival and servicing of other vessels , which anticipates disruptions to the logistics chain for foreign trade users, particularly importers and exporters.

In addition, the ICAVE terminal itself has been unable to unload a ship that arrived this week with new equipment , including dock and yard cranes, which adds pressure to operations at a port that remains one of the main container hubs in the country.

The impact comes in an already tense context. Since early March, an oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico—whose origin has yet to be determined by federal authorities—has begun to affect regional maritime operations. Alerts from the logistics sector indicate that shipping companies such as Ocean Network Express (ONE) have reported navigation restrictions, vessel diversions, delays, and additional costs in ports like Veracruz and Altamira.

While there is no confirmation that the two events are linked , the temporal coincidence between an active regional spill and a local incident with no defined traceability introduces an additional factor of pressure on port operations.

Thus, what began as an event contained in a delimited area evolves into a broader scenario: hydrocarbons whose origin has not been determined, operations that begin to feel its effects, and a logistics chain that, faced with uncertainty, begins to adjust times and costs .

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Hutchison Ports ICAVE presented awards to 427 employees who completed their professional certification process under national labor competency standards.

“We are pioneers in implementing a comprehensive certification program for all operators, across all categories, nationwide. Unlike other schemes in the sector, which tend to be partial or reactive, this model is preventative and covers the entire operation ,” highlighted Enrique Campillo, Operations Manager of Hutchison Ports ICAVE.

The certification guarantees that accredited personnel meet the highest levels of performance in critical port maneuvers , particularly in activities such as the application of slings in lifting maneuvers and the safe operation of specialized mobile equipment, including flatbed trucks, forklifts, empty handlers and RTG cranes.

Also included were middle management from areas such as dock, yard, CFS warehouse, pre-shipment and maintenance, who received certification in the slinging process for lifting maneuvers.

The certification is part of Hutchison Ports ICAVE’s ongoing strategy of modernization, operational safety and strengthening of human capital .

“This program represents a strategic investment in the development of the terminal’s operational staff. In total, more than 2,300 man-hours were dedicated to standards review, technical training, and specialized evaluation,” the company emphasized in a statement.

The process included theoretical classroom training and personalized practical sessions for mobile equipment operators, with the aim of ensuring mastery of the national competency standards endorsed by the National Council for Standardization and Certification of Labor Competencies (Conocer) , applicable to each type of equipment.

“This is a comprehensive process that includes the certification of all operators of all equipment. Previously, this type of certification focused on specific equipment, such as some cranes; today we are extending it to the entire operation,” added Enrique Campillo.

The program was made possible thanks to a strategic alliance between Hutchison Ports ICAVE, Trainmar Mexico and the Mexican Chamber of the Construction Industry (CMIC) .

The ceremony was held in the auditorium of the National Port System Administration (Asipona) Veracruz , and was attended by port authorities, representatives of sector organizations and directors of the institutions involved, including Darío Rodríguez, director of Trainmar Mexico, and Juan Antonio Pinilla Rodríguez, vice president of the energy sector of the CMIC port of Veracruz.

The event marked the culmination of the first stage of the operator professionalization program. The terminal is now preparing to implement a second phase that will include the rest of the mobile equipment staff.

Hutchison Ports operates in 53 ports across 24 countries in Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, the Americas, and Australia. In Mexico, the company offers services from Veracruz, Manzanillo, Ensenada, Lázaro Cárdenas, and Tula. Therefore, Hutchison Ports’ ICAVE certification for its employees is a further step toward consolidating safe, efficient, and reliable operations , in line with the demands of foreign trade and the national port system.

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Hutchison Ports ICAVE formalized an agreement with the Veracruz National Port System Administration (Asipona) for the expansion of its Specialized Container Terminal (TEC). This agreement marks the beginning of Phase II of its growth and modernization project at the port .

The agreement, signed on December 19, 2025, includes a new 350-meter-long berth and an additional 31 hectares of land. With these expansions, the terminal will reach a total of 1,050 meters of dock space and an operational area of ​​72.4 hectares .

“This expansion is a direct response to the dynamism of foreign trade. By increasing our infrastructure and technology, we are not only enhancing the competitiveness of the Port of Veracruz, but also guaranteeing our clients a world-class logistics platform that is agile and prepared for global challenges,” said Javier Rodríguez Miranda, General Manager of Hutchison Ports ICAVE.

The announced investment amounts to more than four billion five hundred million pesos (mdp) and will be allocated to the acquisition of technological equipment to strengthen the operational capacity and sustainability of operations at the port.

The plan includes three dockside container cranes (STS), 11 electric rail-to-ground cranes (RTG), video surveillance systems, automated access control , a new CFS warehouse and areas for authority inspection; aligned with the company’s decarbonization strategy.

The expansion will increase the projected capacity to 2.4 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) annually . The infrastructure will be able to handle up to three large vessels simultaneously, reducing waiting times and optimizing import and export logistics processes.

The signing of the agreement was led by the general director of Asipona Veracruz, Abraham Eloy Caballero, and the general director of Hutchison Ports Mexico, Jorge Magno Lecona, who stressed that the agreement reaffirms the commitment to the port and consolidates a key logistics hub for Mexico’s connectivity in the region.

Phase II also includes the transition to electric equipment to reduce carbon emissions . Hutchison Ports maintains its goal of reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 54.6% by 2033 compared to the 2021 baseline, and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. The terminal will maintain its ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and Clean Industry certifications, ensuring that growth remains aligned with environmental commitments.

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LOGRA , a Mexican multimodal port logistics services company, was awarded a favorable ruling in the bidding process launched in the second half of last year for the construction and operation of a new Specialized Automobile Import and Export Terminal in the southern bay of the port of Veracruz.

The National Port System Administration (Asipona) Veracruz , the port authority, carried out the opening of the projects on May 14, resulting in the winning company being the Yucatecan company, which already has an operation in the northern bay of the port with a terminal specialized in mineral bulk , known as OPEVER.

On the occasion of its 30th anniversary as a port terminal operator, LOGRA publicly recognized the work of the Ministry of the Navy , in coordination with the federal government, for its ongoing efforts to strengthen the infrastructure and competitiveness of the national port system. In particular, it highlighted the exemplary conduct of the recent bidding process.

In an interview, Gerardo Antonio Díaz Roche, of LOGRA, expressed his appreciation to the Ministry of the Navy, the General Coordination of Ports and Merchant Marine (CGPMM) , and especially to Asipona Veracruz, “for their leadership and commitment to the growth of the sector.” He emphasized that open and transparent processes like this bidding process send a clear message of legal certainty to investors, generating confidence to continue investing in the country’s port development and, in doing so, strengthening the competitiveness of national industries.

The businessman celebrated the push for strategic projects such as the expansion of the Port of Progreso, convinced that, under a professional and transparent management model , Mexico will continue to consolidate itself as a world-class logistics leader.

This new automotive port infrastructure is projected to be one of the most important in the Gulf of Mexico and will be a strategic location to strengthen Mexico’s connection with the North American and European markets.

The terminal has a space of 15.8 hectares , a warehouse with the possibility of remodeling, and three shared rail spurs; in addition, its static capacity is approximately 11,000 units.

The port of Veracruz handles approximately 40% of the country’s automotive volume, ranking first nationwide in vehicle movement.

By the first quarter of 2025, the port of Veracruz handled 140,282 vehiclesfor import and export services, a 24.9% decrease compared to the same period last year, according to data from the CGPMM (Central Transportation and Logistics Authority).

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VERACRUZ, VER.- This historic Mexican port continues to grow its installed capacity. But its significant exposure to the world doesn’t exempt it from facing the challenges of this new chapter in the era of late globalization, where stricter tariff policies are becoming a key bargaining chip in trade negotiations.

At the close of the first quarter of this year, maritime trade showed a negative trend. The port of Veracruz handled a total of 7,155,820 tons of merchandise during the period, representing a 10.1% drop compared to the same period last year, according to data from the port authority. All types of cargo, except general cargo, experienced declines.

Despite this environment, companies like Grupo CICE have invested in the port of Veracruz. Last month, the company inaugurated its semi-specialized container and project cargo terminal in the North Bay, a 22-hectare facility that will allow it to combine operations with its shunting services in the South Bay and reduce vessel wait times from seven to just two days.

For shipping lines like ZIM , an Israeli company, this has become an opportunity due to the connections it has managed to develop with its services from the port of Veracruz. “We are increasingly growing in our various services, especially in exports. We have a service that touches Veracruz and goes to Brazil, we have a service that goes to the Mediterranean, and we also have a service that goes throughout Central America,” Nalina Sankar, general director of ZIM in Mexico, told T21.

The port of Veracruz has maritime connectivity that allows it to connect with 126 ports through 16 shipping lines, mainly to the east coast of the United States (42% share), Europe (31%), Central America and the Caribbean (3%) and South America (16%), according to data from the National Port System Administration (Asipona) Veracruz .

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VERACRUZ, VER.- The mission has been accomplished. CICE Group inaugurated yesterday the first phase of construction of its semi-specialized container and mixed cargo terminal in the northern bay of the port of Veracruz, expanding the installed capacity of this maritime hub .

“It was developed in perhaps record time: just over a year, with the highest quality standards,” said Fernando Con y Ledesma, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of Grupo CICE, during the formal event that brought together partners, local authorities, and the company’s clients.

This terminal, with a surface area of ​​just over 22 hectares, will have 550 linear meters of dock (of which 350 meters have been built), with a 15-meter draft, two berthing positions, a container yard with a static capacity of at least 13,000 20-foot containers (TEU) and dynamic capacity for handling more than 500,000 TEU ; it will also add an area for refrigerated containers and hazardous cargo, a warehouse of more than eight thousand square meters, a multimodal yard with 1,970 meters of railway track, and a wastewater treatment plant to protect the environment.

The second and final stage of construction is expected to be completed during the second half of this year.

“It’s a Veracruz investment, by Veracruz residents with Mexican capital of seven billion pesos. That’s the investment we have for this terminal (…) this type of infrastructure significantly increases the operational capacity of the port of Veracruz. It will have a capacity of 500,000 containers, but perhaps they will be encouraged to expand it and it will be more,” said the governor of Veracruz, Rocío Nahle, also present at the inauguration.

For his part, Admiral Abraham Eloy Caballero Rosas, general director of the National Port System Administration (Asipona) Veracruz , stated that “with this ambitious project, the Veracruz-based company is strengthening its position as one of the state’s leading companies , quadrupling its current volume of operations and boosting Veracruz’s port activity.”

CICE is a Veracruz-based business group with 34 years of operations. It holds a concession to operate as a maneuvering center in the southern bay of the Port of Veracruz. Its investments have also led it to establish a presence in other ports, such as Tampico, where it has a mixed-cargo terminal , as well as warehouses and logistics parks in Veracruz, Mexico City, and Monterrey. Its service portfolio includes a land freight transportation division with its own units.

The company’s plans include continuing to expand its logistics footprint both in ports and throughout the country.

“Mission accomplished, we’re ready,” said Fernando Con y Ledesema, one of the 116 shareholders that make up Grupo CICE.

The port of Veracruz is positioned as a vital gateway for the entry and exit of goods from the Gulf of Mexico.

By the first quarter of this year, the port of Veracruz had handled a total of seven million 155 thousand 820 tons of merchandise , 10.1% less than the same period last year, according to statistics from the General Coordination of Ports and Merchant Marine (CGPMM) , an office of the Navy .

In terms of containers, the port added 279,937 TEUs from January to March of this year , which also meant an annual decline of 12.2 percent.

During the terminal’s inauguration, a commemorative plaque was presented to ZIM , the world’s ninth largest shipping line, for having been present with the first commercial vessel to dock at the new terminal.

“For us at ZIM, this is a source of pride because we’re constantly growing across our various services. We have the service that connects Veracruz and goes to Brazil, we have the service that goes to the Mediterranean, and we also have the service that runs throughout Central America. So, these are three of the major services for which Mexico as a country is requiring these spaces, these services,” Nalina Sankar, general director of ZIM in Mexico, told T21.

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The port of Veracruz and its new projects have not gone unnoticed by Claudia Sheinbaum, president of Mexico.

Last weekend, the president met in the northern bay of the port of Veracruz , where she had the opportunity to speak with local port authorities, as well as the various concessionaires that operate there.

In this area of ​​the port, the construction of the new Semi-Specialized Container and Cargo Terminal , a CICE Group Project , stands out, an ambitious project worth seven billion pesos, and which is set to begin operations in April 2025.

“(The terminal) will contribute to increasing the port’s capacity, in addition to being a key point for maritime trade that will generate approximately 500 permanent direct jobs and more than 1,200 indirect jobs,” Grupo CICE said in a press release.

She also highlighted that Claudia Sheinbaum’s visit is an opportunity to strengthen collaboration between authorities, the business sector and port operators , consolidating efforts around the growth of the port of Veracruz, the main port in Mexico, whose investment program will set a precedent in terms of innovation and modernization of the sector, while contributing to the sustained growth of trade and regional competitiveness.

Among other authorities present were Rocío Nahle García, Governor of Veracruz , Raymundo Pedro Morales Ángeles, Secretary of the Navy and Abraham Eloy Caballero Rosas, General Director of the National Port System Administration (Asipona) Veracruz .

At the end of 2024, the port of Veracruz, the main maritime point on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico, handled 32 million 905 thousand 033 tons of cargo , just 4.7% less than what was recorded a year earlier, according to official port statistics.

In terms of container handling, the port added 1,301,470 20-foot containers (TEU) last year, 12.3% higher than the 2023 figure.

Grupo CICE, a provider of port and logistics services, is in the final stages of construction of its Semi-Specialized Container and Cargo Terminal Project in the North Bay of the port of Veracruz.

The new CICE terminal, awarded through a public tender , seeks to contribute to increasing the port’s capacity.

On its 22 hectares of surface area, it will have 550 linear meters of dock with 15 meters of draft, two berthing positions, a container yard with a static capacity of 13 thousand TEU and a dynamic capacity for handling more than 500 thousand TEU , an area for refrigerated containers and dangerous cargo, a warehouse of eight thousand square meters (m2), a multimodal yard with 1,970 meters of railway spur and a wastewater treatment plant, among others.

The project is financed with a syndicated loan for an amount of 4,150 million pesos , with the participation of Mexican banks, including BanBajío (as agent bank), Banorte, Multiva, Bancomext, Bx+ and Monex, with the support of FIRA; which represents one of the most ambitious construction projects in recent years in the state.

Grupo CICE , formed by a group of Mexican companies dedicated to the provision of port, logistics and land transportation services, was founded by 116 Mexican shareholders , whose experience as customs agents, shipping agents and in the transportation sector allowed them to lay the foundations for the formation of the group in Veracruz, Mexico, more than 30 years ago, in 1991.

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Bernardo Taboada, Head of Logistics Planning at Volkswagen Mexico , highlighted the progress made in adapting logistics strategies to address changes in the market.

“We have learned a lot from past experiences. For example, we now use specific containers not only for regular volumes, but for solid markets, which is more cost-effective,” he said.

He also noted that the focus on stable processes and customization has been key in recent years.

Taboada also highlighted the importance of communication in the supply chain to react more quickly to unexpected disruptions.

“When there is timely communication, it is possible to seek alternatives and develop backup solutions. We have partnered with alternative capabilities, such as online transportation modes, to prepare for possible contingencies,” he explained.

For his part, Antonio Zepeda, commercial director of CSI Group , highlighted the progress in operational capacity and fleet renewal , emphasizing that in the last 11 months they have received 15 new trucks, and that by next April they expect to reach a fleet of 400 units, which represents a 60% increase in capacity.

This growth is accompanied by investments in maintenance services and infrastructure expansion , crucial elements for offering complete solutions.

Zepeda stressed the importance of integrating different modes of transport, such as rail, and noted that flexibility in logistics is key.

“Our distribution center in Veracruz allows us to adapt to the needs of our business partners, giving them confidence to make joint investments,” he said.

On the other hand, Felipe Quijano, Commercial Manager of the National Port System Administration (Asipona) Veracruz , said that the port continues to be a strategic pillar for the automotive industry and other commercial activities.

“Finished cars are one of our flagship loads, but we have also optimized spaces for other goods during periods of lower automotive production,” he said.

Quijano mentioned that Volkswagen and Asipona Veracruz are working on an advanced lighting project to improve night-time logistics, which will allow 24/7 operation during times of high load.

In line with global trends, Quijano also highlighted the growing infrastructure for electric vehicles in the port of Veracruz.

“Over the past three years we have doubled our charging station capacity and plan to install 14 more next year. We are also working with authorities to identify new areas that can accommodate additional charging stations,” he said.

Despite the many challenges facing the supply chain, industry leaders are confident that strategic investments and technology integration will help overcome the challenges.

“We are building the right conditions to adapt to whatever comes, with a focus on motivating our team and using resources efficiently,” Taboada said.

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From logistics planning to infrastructure investment, automotive industry leaders in Mexico are seeking initiatives to ensure the sustainability and competitiveness of the sector , in a context of constant challenges in the supply chain.

Bernardo Taboada, Head of Logistics Planning at Volkswagen Mexico , highlighted the progress made in adapting logistics strategies to address changes in the market.

“We have learned a lot from past experiences. For example, we now use specific containers not only for regular volumes, but for solid markets, which is more cost-effective,” he said.

He also noted that the focus on stable processes and customization has been key in recent years.

Taboada also highlighted the importance of communication in the supply chain to react more quickly to unexpected disruptions.

“When there is timely communication, it is possible to seek alternatives and develop backup solutions. We have partnered with alternative capabilities, such as online transportation modes, to prepare for possible contingencies,” he explained.

For his part, Antonio Zepeda, commercial director of CSI Group , highlighted the progress in operational capacity and fleet renewal , emphasizing that in the last 11 months they have received 15 new trucks, and that by next April they expect to reach a fleet of 400 units, which represents a 60% increase in capacity.

This growth is accompanied by investments in maintenance services and infrastructure expansion , crucial elements for offering complete solutions.

Zepeda stressed the importance of integrating different modes of transport, such as rail, and noted that flexibility in logistics is key.

“Our distribution center in Veracruz allows us to adapt to the needs of our business partners, giving them confidence to make joint investments,” he said.

On the other hand, Felipe Quijano, Commercial Manager of the National Port System Administration (Asipona) Veracruz , said that the port continues to be a strategic pillar for the automotive industry and other commercial activities.

“Finished cars are one of our flagship loads, but we have also optimized spaces for other goods during periods of lower automotive production,” he said.

Quijano mentioned that Volkswagen and Asipona Veracruz are working on an advanced lighting project to improve night-time logistics, which will allow 24/7 operation during times of high load.

In line with global trends, Quijano also highlighted the growing infrastructure for electric vehicles in the port of Veracruz.

“Over the past three years we have doubled our charging station capacity and plan to install 14 more next year. We are also working with authorities to identify new areas that can accommodate additional charging stations,” he said.

Despite the many challenges facing the supply chain, industry leaders are confident that strategic investments and technology integration will help overcome the challenges.

“We are building the right conditions to adapt to whatever comes, with a focus on motivating our team and using resources efficiently,” Taboada said.

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