Hanseatic Global Terminals has announced new general managers for Florida International Terminal (FIT) in the United States and Terminal Marítima Mazatlán (TMAZ) in Mexico.
The appointments will take effect on 1 September 2026.
Mauricio Ortiz will become General Manager of Florida International Terminal. Meanwhile, Cristián Ortega will succeed Ortiz as General Manager of Terminal Marítima Mazatlán.
According to Hanseatic Global Terminals Latin America, the leadership changes aim to support further growth at both terminals.
Mauricio Ortiz to lead Florida International Terminal
Ortiz moves to Florida International Terminal after serving as General Manager of Terminal Marítima Mazatlán since March 2019.
He has more than 16 years of experience within the group. Ortiz joined in 2010 as a Trainee Engineer before moving to TMAZ in 2013.
During his time at the Mexican terminal, he held several positions, including Commercial Manager and Operations Director.
In his new role, Ortiz will focus on supporting the next phase of growth at Florida International Terminal.
He holds a degree in Commercial Engineering and a Master in Finance from Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez. He also holds an MBA from the Panamerican Institute for High Business Management (IPADE).
Cristián Ortega takes over at Terminal Marítima Mazatlán
Ortega will replace Ortiz at Terminal Marítima Mazatlán.
He joined the group in 2011 as a Trainee Engineer. He later served as Head of Projects and Strategic Planning at Iquique Terminal Internacional.
Since January 2018, Ortega has served as Director of Administration and Finance at TMAZ.
He holds a degree in Commercial Engineering from Universidad del Desarrollo and an MBA from Tecnológico de Monterrey.
“These appointments reflect our commitment to continuing to strengthen the leadership of our operations and generating growth opportunities for internal talent,” said Rodrigo Galleguillos, CEO, Hanseatic Global Terminals Latin America.
“Having experienced teams with business acumen and a long-term vision is fundamental to support the growth of our terminals and continue providing excellent service to our clients,” added Galleguillos.
