Introduction to the Port of Chancay

The Port of Chancay, located 78 kilometers north of Lima, Peru, lies within Chancay Bay along the Pacific coastline of South America. This natural deep-water harbor boasts a maximum depth of 17.8 meters, capable of accommodating ultra-large container vessels (ULCVs) with a capacity of 18,000 TEUs.

Built by Chinese state-owned shipping and logistics company COSCO Shipping in association with the Peruvian company Volcan, the Port of Chancay is a flagship project of China-Peru collaboration within the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). It represents a significant milestone in promoting high-quality BRI cooperation in Latin America, positioning itself as a new hub port for the region and a gateway to the Pacific. Additionally, it is South America's first smart and green port.

On November 7, 2024, the Port of Chancay received its inaugural cargo vessel from Taicang Port in China, delivering equipment and components for the port's automated vehicles. Official operations commenced on November 14, 2024, marking a transformative step for regional and international trade.

The Port of Chancay features a multi-functional terminal, a container terminal, and associated infrastructure. Phase one of the project includes four berths: two for general cargo and two for containers. Upon completion, the port will have a designed annual handling capacity of 1 million TEUs, 6 million tons of general cargo, and 160,000 vehicles.

Strategically located, the port facilitates cargo handling and transshipment for countries such as Chile, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, and Paraguay. Its operation reduces shipping time between South America and Asia from 45 days to 23 days, significantly enhancing trade efficiency and connectivity across continents.