A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) today inaugurated its new logistics facility in Montevideo, expanding its integrated logistics capabilities in Uruguay with a platform designed to support international cargo flows and bring container, cargo and logistics services together in one location.
The facility was officially inaugurated at an event in Montevideo attended by the President of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay, Yamandú Orsi; Secretary of the Presidency, Alejandro Sánchez; and Minister of Transport and Public Works, Lucía Etcheverry, alongside Antonio Dominguez, President for Latin America and the Caribbean at Maersk; Ricardo Rocha, President for the East Coast of South America at Maersk; as well as customers, business partners and executives.
Strategically located at the Route 1 access corridor, at the intersection of Camino Cibils and Camino Burghi, the facility strengthens connectivity with the Port of Montevideo and the wider region. The development represents a fully private investment of more than USD 20 million.
This integrated setup is intended to provide greater flexibility for cargo moving between inland logistics operations and the Port of Montevideo, while supporting international cargo flows through Uruguay. By consolidating container handling, equipment services and cargo solutions at one site, Maersk can offer customers that are willing to acquire integrated solutions, services that reduce handoffs between different logistics activities and provide greater visibility across their supply chain.
"Uruguay plays an important role in connecting regional supply chains with international markets. This investment strengthens our capabilities in Montevideo and our connection with the Port of Montevideo, while expanding the solutions we can offer customers moving cargo through the region. It reflects our commitment to investing in the logistics infrastructure needed to support trade and growth across Latin America." Antonio Dominguez President for Latin America and the Caribbean at Maersk
New facility combines container and cargo services in a 71,000 m² logistics platform, strengthening Maersk’s capabilities and connectivity with the Port of Montevideo and regional trade flows
The new facility encompasses 71,000 m² and provides storage capacity for 7,000 TEUs, more than 1,000 pallet positions, 140 reefer plugs and 3,200 m² of roofed cargo handling and storage space. The site combines equipment services, cargo solutions and logistics capabilities within an integrated and scalable logistics platform.
Empty-container services include container pick-up, return and inspection, empty-container storage, equipment maintenance and repair, and equipment availability and dedicated solutions. Cargo services include container preparation, stuffing and de-stuffing, cargo storage and inspection, full-container storage, reefer power supply, value-added services and integrated logistics management.
"By bringing container services, cargo handling, storage and logistics capabilities together in one location, we can simplify operations for our customers and provide greater flexibility and visibility. This facility gives us the infrastructure and scale to support different cargo flows through Montevideo and connect inland operations more efficiently with the port and international markets." Ricardo Rocha President for the East Coast of South America at Maersk
The facility has been designed to support operational efficiency and to incorporate features aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The project is expected to achieve LEED Gold certification and includes solar panels for renewable electricity generation, automated temperature and climate-control systems, humidity controls, and architectural solutions designed to maximise natural light and solar radiation.
The facility's infrastructure includes six inbound and six outbound gates, as well as container-handling equipment and terminal tractors. Its service model is designed around operational efficiency, modern infrastructure, scalable capacity, bonded and national operations, supply-chain flexibility and integrated logistics.
Facility highlights
- 71,000 m² total area
- 7,000 TEUs storage capacity
- 3,200 m² roofed cargo handling and storage area
- 1,000+ pallet positions
- 140 reefer plugs
- Six inbound and six outbound gates
- Container handling equipment and terminal tractors
- Empty-container storage, inspection, maintenance and repair
- Cargo storage and inspection
- Stuffing and de-stuffing
- Value-added and integrated logistics services
- Project designed to achieve LEED Gold certification
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