Contecon Manzanillo, ICTSI’s subsidiary operating the Specialized Container Terminal II in the Port of Manzanillo, Mexico has handled a cumulative volume of more 12 million TEUs since starting operations in 2013.
The milestone underscores the terminal’s role as the country’s leading gateway for international containerized trade.
The milestone is the result of the continuing trust of customers, shipping lines and commercial partners, combined with a comprehensive strategy based on robust operational capacity, high levels of logistical efficiency and the terminal’s strategic location.
These factors enabled Contecon Manzanillo to record the highest container throughput at the Port of Manzanillo.
In 2025, the terminal posted growth of 10.5% in import volumes and 12.5% in export volumes despite broadly flat performance across ports along Mexico’s Pacific coast.
Since 2023, Contecon Manzanillo has invested more than US$300 million for its Phase 3A and 3B expansion, increasing yard and berth capacity and adding specialized equipment.
With a total investment cost of US$900 million, these enhancements have significantly increased the terminal’s capacity and strengthened its position as a catalyst of Mexican trade.
José Antonio Contreras, Contecon Manzanillo chief executive officer Over the past four years, imports from the region particularly from China have grown by more than 70%, driven by Manzanillo being the first port of call and its proximity to the country’s main production centers.
Following the completion of Phase 3 of its expansion project, Contecon Manzanillo has significantly strengthened its infrastructure and operational capabilities.
The terminal now operates 1.3 kilometers of berths and incorporates state-of-the-art equipment, including quay cranes with an outreach of up to 60 meters and hybrid rubber-tired gantry cranes.
These assets enable the terminal to service vessels up to 400 meters long and 24,000 TEU capacity, while maintaining operational efficiency and safety standards.
In parallel, Contecon Manzanillo has advanced its transition to cleaner technologies by incorporating hybrid equipment that reduce fuel consumption by approximately 50%.
Since 2022, the terminal has maintained its Carbon Neutral Certification under ISO 14064, supported by periodic emissions audits and offsetting actions.
These results also reflect the coordinated efforts its workforce, whose daily commitment has been essential to sustaining operations and supporting the terminal’s growth, backed by continuing investment in training and talent development.
Beyond operations, Contecon Manzanillo also maintains an active community presence.
Guided by a long-term vision, Contecon Manzanillo will continue to invest in infrastructure, technology and talent to support its operations and contribute to the competitiveness of Mexican foreign trade at a port that handles nearly 70% of Asian imports entering the country through the Pacific.
