Ecuador and Colombia Eliminate Tariffs: What Changes for Bilateral Logistics?
The End of 100% Tariffs Comes into Effect As of June 1, the elimination of tariffs of up to 100% that Ecuador had imposed on imports from Colombia has officially taken effect. The measure was formalized by Ecuador’s National Customs Service (SENAE), which revoked the rate implemented during the most…
Blockades in Buenaventura: logistical impact, congestion, and supply chain disruption
Disruptions once again strain Pacific port operations Recent blockades in Buenaventura have once again highlighted the vulnerability of Colombia’s logistics network to interruptions in strategic corridors. During the affected days, port operations experienced reduced capacity along with congestion at access points and delays in key cargo handling processes. Beyond the…
Puerto Antioquia: A New Strategic Logistics Hub in Colombia
The start of operations at Puerto Antioquia in the Urabá region marks a significant step in the evolution of Colombia’s logistics system. More than just a new port terminal, this project introduces tangible changes in how companies can manage their import and export processes.In its early stages, the port is…
CMA CGM Bali in La Guaira: A Logistics Boost Opening New Trade Opportunities with Venezuela
The arrival of the CMA CGM Bali at the Port of La Guaira is not only a milestone for Venezuela’s port infrastructure, but also a clear signal of transformation in the region’s logistics dynamics. With a length of over 366 meters, this vessel sets a new operational benchmark and positions…
Venezuela: A Market Returning to the Export Radar from Santa Marta
Logistics, opportunity, and proximity as competitive advantages For years, Venezuela was outside the focus of many Colombian exporting companies. Today, that panorama is changing. The gradual reactivation of binational trade, combined with new operating conditions and stronger business articulation, is restoring Venezuela’s position as a natural export market, especially for…
Colombia’s gas decline: a logistics turning point for the energy sector
An operational shift, not just an energy one The sustained decline in domestic gas production has structurally reshaped Colombia’s supply model. Imports now represent a significant share of consumption, replacing a system that once relied largely on internal production. Beyond energy implications, this transition represents a fundamental operational shift for…
Colombia will have a new maritime terminal in Ciénaga: logistics implications of rail and road integration
The approval of a new maritime terminal in the municipality of Ciénaga, in Colombia’s Magdalena department, represents a relevant milestone for the country’s logistics infrastructure. The project, which will operate under a 30‑year concession, stands out for integrating maritime, rail, and road transport within a single operational node—an uncommon configuration…
Reopening of the Strait of Hormuz: logistics implications following the U.S.–Iran truce
A critical corridor for global maritime logistics The Strait of Hormuz is one of the most sensitive corridors in international maritime trade. Beyond its geopolitical relevance, its logistics importance lies in the volume of energy cargo and general goods that transit daily through this strategic passage. Following several days of…
Maritime schedule cancellations: how blank sailings impact logistics planning
Maritime schedule cancellations, known in the industry as blank sailings, have become a recurring tool used by shipping lines to adjust capacity in response to demand.According to monitoring by the consultancy Drewry, approximately 7% of global sailings scheduled between April and May have been cancelled across the main East–West trade…
Nearshoring in Colombia: logistics implications and real opportunities
A shift in international trade dynamics Nearshoring has become one of the main trends in foreign trade in recent years. Companies, especially those with operations linked to the United States, are rethinking their supply chains in order to bring production and distribution closer to their end markets. In this context,…