LIMA, Peru.- Located approximately 80 kilometers north of the Peruvian capital, the new port of Chancay , a majority investment by the Chinese company Cosco Shipping , has begun operations with the ambition of becoming the most important logistics hub in the South Pacific of Latin America . Its modern infrastructure, automated design, and direct connection to Asia position this terminal as a key point for regional foreign trade, taking into account the importance that China has acquired for Latin American countries.

With an initial investment of over $1.3 billion, the project began operations in June 2025. It currently handles between 13 and 14 ships per week. It has a capacity to handle one million TEUs (20-foot containers) annually , a figure that will expand to 1.5 million with the addition of six new ARMG cranes (fully automated) by 2026.

T21 was present at the Port of Chancay, invited by AAPA LATAM , as part of its 2025 Congress, held in Lima, Peru, at the end of last June. The port complex has four docks: the first two for bulk cargo, rolling cargo, and industrial projects, and docks 3 and 4, with 860 meters of berthing line, designed for containers and operated with a fully robotic system. The terminal has the capacity to receive vessels up to 400 meters in length and 24,000 TEUs.

On the sustainable front, the Port of Chancay has been developed with a 100% electric approach . It has 15 ARMG cranes, six STS cranes, 40 autonomous vehicles, and a network of charging stations distributed throughout the terminal. Its energy consumption of 33 megawatts is supplied from a proprietary substation with an installed capacity of 50 megawatts, projected to 150 megawatts. Internal communications operate via the 5G network, eliminating dependence on conventional radios.

One of the key elements of the project is its underground logistics tunnel, which connects the entry area with the operational area, enabling efficient and safe transit. At this point, each unit undergoes automated inspections and mandatory customs scanning. Starting in November 2025, 100% of cargo will be inspected with high-end scanners donated by U.S. Customs.

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Peru is preparing to welcome key players in global maritime trade as the host of the AAPA LATAM 2025 Congress , the flagship event of the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) which, in partnership with the National Port Authority (APN) , will bring together more than 600 international trade leaders, government authorities, and executives from the world’s leading ports and shipping companies from June 24 to 27 to discuss the continent’s port and logistics future.

The meeting, which will take place in Lima, comes at a strategic time for global trade. Peru, increasingly recognized as a port-logistics hub in the South American Pacific, is projecting itself to the world as a benchmark for transformation, sustainability, and innovation in port infrastructure. The selection of Peru as the host country confirms a decade of investment, reforms, and a strategic vision aimed at connecting its terminals with major international supply chains.

AAPA LATAM 2025 will be the center of major industry debates , addressing key topics such as port investment, energy transition, resilient infrastructure development, and digital transformation. The magnitude of the event will also highlight the leadership achieved by the country’s main port terminals, which are now key players in the transformation of the sector in Latin America. Industry leaders agree that this valuable opportunity represents a historic opportunity to showcase the potential and strategic capacity of the Peruvian port system to the world.

“For Peru, it is an honor to host this important event, which reaffirms the country—as well as its ports and logistics system—as a valuable benchmark. AAPA LATAM 2025 will allow the world to gain a closer look at our capabilities and vision as a regional logistics hub ,” said César Rojas Álvaro, general manager of the Port of Paracas .

For his part, Eduardo Cerdeira, general manager of Terminales Portuarios Euroandinos (TPE) , stated that “choosing the country as the host of a congress of this magnitude is an excellent decision. Our ports are ready to show the world their evolution and great importance .”

Mauricio Núñez del Prado Eguiluz, general manager of Terminal Internacional del Sur (TISUR) , added that “this valuable congress will bring together suppliers, customers, and other competitors to exchange ideas and opportunities for the industry.” Meanwhile, Marco Hernández Bardelli, general manager of DP World Callao , added that “the selection of Peru as the host of the AAPA LATAM 2025 Congress represents recognition of the strategic role that the country has been consolidating in regional and global maritime trade.”

In turn, Carlos Arias de Molina, CEO of APM Terminals Callao , emphasized that “this platform will allow us to demonstrate to the world our commitment to efficiency, sustainability, and innovation, generating real opportunities for cooperation.” Finally, Gonzalo Ríos Polastri, Deputy General Manager of COSCO SHIPPING Ports Chancay Perú , noted that “we have a motivational and reflective element, and an excellent opportunity to review projections for the infrastructure, equipment, and interaction of ports with their surroundings.”

Peru: Ideal setting for business and logistics investment

Peru’s selection as the host of AAPA LATAM 2025 is not a coincidence,but the result of a decade of reforms and strategic investments. Proof of this is the Port of Paracas, which has been recognized with the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Green Port Award System (GPAS). The terminal has invested more than $240 million in infrastructure. Now, a new investment package of an additional $30 million is being added.

For its part, Euroandinos Port Terminals, Peru’s main agricultural export port , responsible for more than 40% of all refrigerated cargo exported in 2024, plans to exceed US$100 million in investments by 2029, with the aim of responding to the dynamism of northern Peru. In the south, the concessionaire of the Matarani Port Terminal, TISUR , has executed 12 public works projects in the province of Islay through the Works for Taxes mechanism, investing 40 million soles in the last five years. These projects have closed gaps in sectors such as health, education, sanitation, and transportation.

Likewise, DP World, which manages approximately 60% of the Port of Callao’s volume and channels 90% of domestic container trade, exported US$2.861 billion in mining products and US$1.575 billion in fishing products in 2024 alone. In terms of imports, it moved US$4.07 billion in machinery and spare parts, US$2.29 billion in chemical products, and US$1.34 billion in food and beverages. The company has set a goal of reducing its emissions by 90% by 2030.

For its part, APM Terminals is moving forward with the upcoming inauguration of Phase 3A , marking a new milestone in the modernization of the North Multipurpose Terminal. Its multipurpose cargo and grain handling capacity consolidates its position as a world-class port. Furthermore, the Port of Chancay, operated by COSCO SHIPPING Ports Chancay Perú, represents the immediate future of transoceanic trade. This terminal promises to reduce logistics times between South America and Asia, redefining maritime trade routes.

The AAPA LATAM 2025 meeting in Lima is shaping up to be an unparalleled platform for propelling Latin America toward a new stage of integration with international trade. Participating in this event is a strategic decision for those who lead, make decisions, plan, or invest in the development of the region’s port infrastructure.

Information and registration: www.aapalatam.org/congreso .

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One of the most important events in the maritime and port sector in Latin America, AAPA LATAM , comes to Lima, Peru, from June 24 to 27 with an agenda focused on the future, addressing the technological and environmental challenges of the sector.

The choice of Peru as the event’s host city, in addition to the highlights of tours of two of its key infrastructure sites, the port of Callao and the neighboring new port of Chancay , also includes a conference agenda ranging from the most global to the most specific, always of interest to the industry’s stakeholders who will be attending the event in large numbers. The event will feature highly-regarded, high-level exhibitors alongside emerging industry entrepreneurs.

The conference program at the Westin Hotel in Lima ranges from an analysis of the global economic outlook and its impact on demand in the maritime and port industry—a current issue in light of new geopolitical challenges—to success stories in sustainability and decarbonization in port operations, as well as challenges in automation and technology, including the redefinition of global ports and examples of expansion in this area in Latin America; the perspectives of the main cargo generators and new shipping alliances; and innovation and resilience for container and bulk terminals , as well as the challenges facing the cruise industry and port cities in the era of logistics integration.

Specifically, industry specialists and key players will explore the exciting agenda in featured panels tailored to attendees’ interests.

For example, when analyzing the current global economic situation and its prospects, the opening panel will focus on the direction of international trade, geopolitical challenges and their impact on bilateral and multilateral agreements , and the new dynamics of maritime and port transport routes and intralogistics.

Later on the agenda, on the topic of port expansion in Latin America, industry leaders will analyze projects that address the challenges of technological innovation and sustainability in the face of the new global context. There will also be a dedicated space for success stories in automated terminals, the use of AI, and other innovations , so that ports can remain competitive in the face of cargo and shipping demand.

Likewise, another panel will explore the new patterns of logistics needs for shippers. There will also be an analysis of progress in sustainability and decarbonization, as well as how ports are adapting to growing regulatory demands and emissions reductions, the use of electricity in the energy transition of terminals and in logistics processes, and responding to the challenge of balancing operational profitability and environmental responsibility.

In addition, there will be room for specialist analysis of global shipping alliances and their impact on maritime transport routes and ports in Latin America; as well as a space for responsible debate on the highly complex issue of the response of ports , terminals, and security to the incursion of drug trafficking networks into international trade.

Additionally, dedicated panels with top-level executives will analyze how container and bulk terminals are responding to the challenges of automation, digitalization, and sustainability, addressing issues such as cybersecurity, traceability, and congestion. They will also explore how ports can become smart and agile hubs that respond to the demands of international trade , with case studies showing how ports are aiming to improve their productivity, reduce costs, and ensure their relevance in an increasingly demanding trade environment.

Finally, there will be a dedicated panel on the cruise industry, including the new demands of cruise lines and the responses of ports to be efficient and remain competitive on their routes; as well as a panel featuring a renewed analysis of the city-port relationship, with examples of innovation to facilitate greater logistics integration, reduce negative environmental impacts, and incorporate technology for better public-private planning with a positive impact on the region’s communities.

Separately from the event, a special event will feature the presentation of the AAPA and AAPA-CIP OAS Legacy Awards to recognize excellence and highlight initiatives that transform the maritime-port industry, especially those that have left a significant mark on the region, driving sector growth, innovation, sustainability, human capital development, and collaboration in Latin American ports.

This is how the ideal space for firsthand information on current events and trends in the region’s port, shipping, and international trade markets is shaping up . The high-level conferences, along with the showcase of exhibiting companies and technical visits to Callao and Chancay, form a unique and remarkable trio that will make AAPA LATAM Lima a beacon of light, attracting hundreds of visitors, this time to the heart of the Pacific West Coast’s maritime routes.

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At the heart of Latin American port activity, Peru is preparing to host the industry’s most anticipated event from June 24 to 27, 2025: AAPA LATAM .

This international meeting promises to be the meeting point for the leaders, innovators and visionaries who are shaping the future of the global port sector.

“Choosing Peru as the host of this emblematic event not only recognizes its strategic location in the Pacific, but also its transformative role in logistics and maritime trade. With infrastructure projects that are redefining the port physiognomy of the region, Peru is consolidating its position as a reference hub in Latin America,” according to a press release from the event organizers.

AAPA LATAM, which has already held 31 editions in different countries in Central and South America, will be attended by more than 600 participants from 30 countries , including port authorities, executives, managers, businessmen and experts in the sector.

“AAPA LATAM is not only a key event for the port industry, but also an opportunity for Peru to demonstrate its leadership in the region. This congress will be a unique space to discuss the most relevant trends and strengthen international cooperation,” according to Juan Duarte, executive president of the Association.

The program will feature discussions on the main topics that concern the sector, an exhibition area where global and regional brands and suppliers will present their innovations, and networking activities designed to strengthen strategic alliances. In addition, participants will be able to enjoy visits to iconic tourist sites in the city of Lima , enriching their experience in one of the most outstanding cultural destinations in Latin America.

But what those in this industry are most looking forward to is touring the main port projects that make Peru stand out, such as the terminals at the port of Callao and the recently inaugurated port of Chancay.

The Port of Callao, a key point in international trade, reflects the country’s commitment to efficiency and sustainability. This port ranks second in Latin America according to the World Container Port Performance Index and continues to expand its capacity to meet the growing demands of global trade. But the real port revolution comes from the Port of Chancay, a project that will directly connect America with Asia, transforming trade routes and attracting the attention of the world.

“We are preparing an unforgettable edition that includes technical visits, an agenda rich in strategic content and networking activities in emblematic venues in Lima. This will undoubtedly be the event that will set the course for the port sector in 2025,” according to Zulma Dinelli, director of the AAPA LATAM congress.

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