BALBOA

  • PABLB
  • Latitude: 8.95079
  • Longitude: -79.5658
  • West Coast Central America
  • Port in Panama

Location: Balboa Panama Province Panama

Phone number: +507 207-9600

Web-site: https://www.ppc.com.pa/en/container_terminals/balboa

Port Description and Specification: Balboa Port, Panama

Overview: Balboa Port is a significant container and cargo handling hub located at the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal, in the city of Panama City, Panama. It serves as a critical transshipment center due to its strategic geographical position, facilitating trade routes between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.

Geographical Location:

  • Coordinates: Approximately 8.95° N latitude and 79.55° W longitude
  • Accessibility: Situated within the Panama Canal's western terminus, it provides access to major maritime routes across North, Central, and South America, as well as connections to Asia and Europe.

Port Infrastructure:

  • Terminals: The port features multiple terminals designed for containerized, breakbulk, and Ro-Ro cargo.
  • Berths: Equipped with standardized and specialized berths to handle a variety of vessels ranging from small feeders to large post-Panamax ships.
  • Quay Length: Extensive quay length to accommodate numerous vessels simultaneously.
  • Draught: Maximum alongside depth of approximately 15 meters, suitable for large deep-draft vessels.
  • Storage Facilities: Includes ample container yards, bonded warehouses, and open storage areas for different cargo types.

Equipment and Technology:

  • Cranes: Modern gantry cranes capable of handling large container ships, mobile harbor cranes for diverse cargo operations.
  • Terminal Operating System (TOS): Advanced systems for efficient cargo tracking, scheduling, and management.
  • Support Equipment: Fleet of reach stackers, forklifts, and terminal tractors to facilitate swift cargo handling.

Services:

  • Cargo Handling: Full suite of services including loading, unloading, transshipment, and storage for containers, general cargo, and bulk goods.
  • Provisioning: Supply of fresh water, bunkering services, and ship supplies.
  • Maintenance: Ship repair facilities and technical support for vessel maintenance and emergency services.
  • Customs and Documentation: On-site customs, inspection facilities, and documentation processing to expedite cargo clearance.

Connectivity:

  • Road Access: Well-connected to the national highway network for ground transport of goods to and from the port.
  • Rail Infrastructure: Rail connections to key logistic centers and intermodal facilities.
  • Aerial Proximity: Close to Tocumen International Airport for air cargo consolidation and courier services.

Security:

  • ISPS Code Compliance: Adherence to International Ship and Port Facility Security Code for ensuring secure port operations.
  • Surveillance: Comprehensive surveillance systems, controlled entry points, and security personnel.

Environmental Initiatives:

  • Sustainability Programs: Eco-friendly practices for waste management, emissions reduction, and energy-efficient equipment usage.
  • Wildlife Protection: Measures to protect the surrounding marine and terrestrial ecosystems from port activities.

Usage and Operations:

  • Operational Hours: Typically operates 24/7 to maximize throughput and minimize vessel waiting times.
  • Primary Usage: High volume of transshipment activities, regional distribution, and export-import trades.

Economic Significance:

  • Employment: A major employer in the region, providing direct and indirect job opportunities.
  • Revenue Generation: Significant contributor to the national economy through trade facilitation and port-related services.

Future Developments:

  • Expansion Projects: Ongoing and planned developments to expand capacity, enhance logistics infrastructure, and integrate advanced technology for smarter port operations.

Balboa Port's prime location and comprehensive facilities make it a pivotal player in global maritime logistics and trade, crucial for connecting the economies of the Americas with the rest of the world.

Vessels in the port

Flag Name Type Destination Date/Time
PROGRESS ACE Cargo PABLB 4/1/2025
VALOR Cargo PAROD 4/1/2025
LEDA MAERSK Cargo COBUN>PABLB 4/1/2025
EMPERADOR Port 4/1/2025
VB BENTAYGA Towing/Tug BALBOA 4/1/2025
MSC NITYA B Cargo PISCO 4/1/2025
ST ARUBA Towing/Tug LAST UPDATE TIME 4/1/2025
VB JALISCO Other PABLB 4/1/2025
SEALAND MANZANILLO Cargo PABLB 4/1/2025
ZIM XIAMEN Cargo PAPAN 4/1/2025
AMBITION Cargo MX ZLO SM 3/31/2025
MSC CASSANDRE Cargo PAONX 3/31/2025
ARSOS Cargo ECGYE 3/31/2025
GRAVITY HIGHWAY Cargo PA BLB 3/31/2025
VB BARBADOS Towing/Tug BALBOA PANAMA 3/31/2025
MSC LELLA Cargo KRPUS-MXLZC 3/31/2025
ECO MARIN Cargo ECGYE 3/31/2025
MSC JULIA R. Cargo PACTB 3/31/2025
ANCHOA Passenger GIJON 3/30/2025
MSC CATERINA Cargo PAROD 3/30/2025

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