Shipping Companies Calling at SSA Terminal and Contecon Terminal in Manzanillo, Mexico

The Port of Manzanillo, Mexico, consists of two terminals: SSA Terminal and Contecon Terminal.

• MSC calls at both SSA and Contecon Terminals, prioritizing SSA. If SSA faces congestion, MSC switches to Contecon.

Exclusive to SSA Terminal:
MSK, HPL, ONE.

Calling at Contecon Terminal:
MSC (dual-terminal access), CMA, COSCO, WANHAI, PIL.

Differences in Cargo Handling Operations

SSA Terminal

• Equipment & Automation: SSA Terminal utilizes advanced automated handling systems (e.g., high-efficiency ship-to-shore cranes and digital operations), enabling fast and precise container unloading.
• Efficiency & Speed: Equipped with modern IT systems and deeper berths, the terminal accommodates large container vessels, minimizes port waiting times, and maintains high unloading efficiency.
• Vessel Compatibility: Optimized for high-throughput, large oceangoing vessels requiring rapid transshipment.

Contecon Terminal

• Technology & Infrastructure: Contecon’s facilities are more traditional but are undergoing upgrades (e.g., increasing crane capacity and optimizing workflows) to enhance efficiency.
• Operational Model: Operations remain “steady,” with some manual processes in cargo handling, which may extend vessel turnaround times slightly.
• Positioning & Development Goals: Focused on regional or specialized route cargo handling, while expanding capacity through investments to improve productivity and operational flexibility.

Summary
SSA Terminal emphasizes high-speed automation for large-scale cargo and rapid transshipment. Contecon Terminal is gradually modernizing to balance capacity and operational agility.

SSA Terminal Contact:

• Telephone: +52 314 331 1000
• Email: workorder.hlc@ssamexico.com
• Website: https://www.ssamarine.com/locations/ssa-mexico-manzanillo-colima/

Contecon Terminal Contact:

• Telephone: +52 314 980 0553
• Email: atencion@contecon.mx
• Website: http://contecon.mx/contecon-manzanillo