Port of Lázaro Cárdenas handles 21% of Mexico’s commercial cargo

The Port of Lázaro Cárdenas handled 21,517,529 tonnes of commercial cargo from January to September 2026, representing 21% of national goods movement and confirming its position as Mexico’s second most important port.

Containerised cargo dominated operations at 52% of total commercial cargo movement, followed by mineral bulk at 36 percent, with the remaining 12% comprising vehicles, general cargo, other fluids and agricultural bulk.

Container throughput reached 2,007,493 TEUs, a 3% increase compared to the same period in 2025.

Transshipment accounted for 48% of container operations, with imports and exports each contributing 26%, reflecting the port’s dual role as a Pacific cargo redistribution hub and gateway for domestic industry.

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