Maersk Enhances Connectivity Across the Americas with New Manzanillo Depot

A.P. Moller – Maersk has officially opened a new depot in Manzanillo, Mexico, representing a strategic investment of more than USD15 million to strengthen the country’s logistics infrastructure. Located just 5 km from Manzanillo Port—the nation’s busiest port handling nearly half of Mexico’s containerized cargo—the new facility reflects Maersk’s long-term commitment to supporting trade growth and enhancing supply chain resilience.

Covering 31,000 square meters, the depot is designed to ease first- and last-mile congestion, enabling quicker and more efficient cargo movement through this key logistics hub. By expanding operational capacity at Manzanillo, Maersk further bolsters supply chain resilience while supporting Mexico’s expanding role in global trade.

Manzanillo is one of Mexico’s most dynamic trade hubs, and this investment underscores our commitment to the country’s long-term growth. By offering integrated services—from shunting to transloading and reefer support—we are helping customers simplify their supply chains and strengthen their competitiveness in both domestic and international markets.

- Patricia Perez Salazar, Managing Director for Maersk in Mexico

The last mile is one of the most critical—and most challenging—links in today’s supply chains. Delays and costs are not only disrupting operations but also mean missed opportunities for our customers. With this new facility in Manzanillo, we’re creating agility where it matters most—reducing logistics costs, accelerating transit times, and giving businesses better control over their cargo. Ahead of Mexico hosting important global events in 2026, we’re ready to cater to the surge in demand across retail, lifestyle, and technology sectors, ensuring our customers stay ahead of the game.

- Getulio Centanaro Patino, Head of Logistics and Services for Maersk in Mexico

Facility Highlights:

1. Total Area: 31,000 sqm
2. Capacity: 6,018 TEUs
3. Reefer Plugs: 50
4. Repair Capacity: 60 positions
5. Cargo Units Handled: Dry cargo, reefer, gensets, and 53’ box

The new depot offers a suite of solutions designed to boost efficiency and reduce costs:

1. Shunting services to cut truck idling at port terminals, reducing dwell times and congestion.
2. Transloading for dry and refrigerated cargo, enabling transfer to 53’ boxes, flatbeds, or smaller distribution units while maintaining cold-chain integrity.
3. Container management to optimize reception and delivery schedules, helping businesses manage warehouse space and inventory flow more effectively.
4. Maintenance and repair for dry and reefer equipment, ensuring assets remain in peak condition.

Maersk’s presence in Mexico includes more than 59,000 square meters of warehousing space in Mexico City and Tijuana, supported by 250,000 square meters of depot capacity across Cuautitlán, Lázaro Cárdenas, and Manzanillo. The company also operates air logistics hubs in Mexico City, Monterrey, and Guadalajara.

Looking ahead, Maersk plans to further expand its capabilities in Guadalajara and Monterrey, while strengthening landside infrastructure to better support cross-border trade between Mexico and the United States.