International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI)-owned TecPlata, Argentina’s major container terminal, has received certification from the Argentine Naval Prefecture to conduct docking manoeuvres for Neo-Panamax vessels.
This accreditation makes TecPlata the first terminal in Buenos Aires and across the country capable of handling these massive ships, enhancing the competitiveness of Argentina’s regional foreign trade.
“With this milestone, TecPlata has restored Argentina’s rightful position as a leader in international trade,” commented Juan Pablo Trujillo, CEO of Tecplata.
This certification underscores TecPlata’s state-of-the-art infrastructure and technical capacity, positioning it as the only dock in Buenos Aires designed to accommodate the future deepening of the Navigable Waterway and anticipated growth in Argentine exports over the coming years.
Throughout 2024, TecPlata has reaffirmed its leadership in maritime logistics innovation, implementing key developments such as dredging the access channel to the port and becoming the first carbon-neutral terminal in Argentina. With the new certification for Neo-Panamax docking, the terminal further strengthens its commitment to boosting Argentina’s economy by improving access to global markets, offering a top-tier value proposition in the nation’s port sector.
Previously, Argentina was limited to receiving cargo through smaller feeder vessels. TecPlata has changed that, enabling direct service from giant 366-meter-long, 51-meter-wide ships to transport Argentine exports to the world’s major markets. With this achievement, TecPlata has re-established Argentina’s prominent position in global trade.
