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Chancay Port Becomes Peru’s Main Gateway for Farm Exports to China

Regional shippers shift from Callao due to cold-chain design that cuts time for perishables.

Overview

  • Citing Mincetur data, 62% of Peru’s agricultural exports to China moved through Chancay between January and September 2025.
  • Since opening in November 2024, the terminal has handled $477 million in exports, including $446 million in the first nine months of 2025.
  • China accounts for 78% of cargo routed via Chancay, underscoring the port’s central role in PeruAsia trade.
  • Sixty-nine percent of shipments originate outside Lima, led by La Libertad (44%), Lambayeque (8%) and Ica (7%), indicating a shift away from Callao.
  • Agro products represent 57% of value moved, with fishing at 17%, minerals 16% and chemicals 9%, and activity is projected at 350,000 TEU in 2025 and to exceed 700,000 in 2026.