APM Terminals Lázaro Cárdenas has officially inaugurated the Phase II expansion of its container terminal in Mexico and announced the immediate commencement of Phase III construction. Supported by a new investment exceeding USD 350 million, this growth strategy aims to strengthen the port’s logistics capacity and its role as a strategic regional trade hub. The expansion aligns with global decarbonization goals by incorporating automated, electrified equipment and renewable energy sources.
The newly commissioned Phase II, developed with over USD 140 million, increases the terminal’s operational area to 65 hectares and its capacity to 2 million TEUs. This stage introduces state-of-the-art technology, including six electric automated rail-mounted gantry cranes and a high-efficiency shuttle carrier fleet. These advancements enhance container movement precision, cargo traceability, and overall operational safety while establishing the facility as one of the most advanced logistics platforms in Latin America.
The upcoming Phase III will add 450 meters of berth, extending the total quay length to 1,200 meters to accommodate the world’s largest container vessels. This expansion, anticipated eight years earlier than originally planned, is expected to generate approximately 4,000 direct and indirect jobs during construction. By 2029, the terminal aims to consolidate over 1,700 direct positions, significantly impacting the economic development of the Michoacán region and the Pacific logistics corridor.