SiderPerú, the country's main steel producer, anchors the commercial life of Chimbote, operating its own piers (Muelle 3) for iron ore, coal and steel on this Ancash-region stretch of the Peruvian Pacific coast. The state operator ENAPU runs the public terminal (TPCH), where bagged fishmeal — output of the largest anchovy fishery in the country — dominates exports alongside fertilisers. Total throughput sits around 1.2 million tonnes a year, but scheduled container traffic is negligible: shippers needing boxes, reefer slots or full customs clearance route through Callao, roughly 430 km south. A USD 300 million container terminal known as Coloso was announced in 2026, though it remains at the planning stage. Inland distribution depends almost entirely on road links, chiefly the Pan-American Highway. Chimbote suits bulk and steel cargo well; for liner container shipments, Callao or Salaverry are the practical alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Puerto De Chimbote?▼

The UN/LOCODE of Puerto De Chimbote is PECHM. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.

Where is the port of Puerto De Chimbote located?▼

The port of Puerto De Chimbote is located in Peru (South Pacific Ocean).

What is the size of the port Puerto De Chimbote?▼

Puerto De Chimbote is a Very Small harbor of type Coastal (Natural).

What is the channel depth of Puerto De Chimbote?▼

The channel depth of Puerto De Chimbote is 21.6 meters.

Location & Weather

-9.08333, -78.61667

Channel depth: 21.6 m

Transit time routes from Puerto De Chimbote

Lima → Shanghai Lima → Shenzhen Lima → Guangzhou Lima → Hong Kong Lima → Tokyo Lima → Busan

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