A. M. Since the start of operations of the Sociedad de Economia Mixta (SEM), formed by the Comisión Ejecutiva Portuaria Autónoma (CEPA) and Yilport Holding, El Salvador’s maritime terminals have experienced significant growth in their general cargo operations and vessel berthing.
According to data from the Pacific Port Union (UPDP), there has been a 51.75% increase in general cargo tons handled at the Port of Acajutla compared to the same period last year.
Furthermore, ships are carrying an 89% higher average cargo load per vessel. Bulk cargo has also increased significantly compared to 2024, reaching 68.9% growth, with agricultural products such as corn, wheat, soybean flour, and more in particular, increasing significantly.
The infrastructure and administrative interventions carried out have laid the foundation for sustained improvement, achieving growth in operational statistics, mainly due to the provision of equipment and machinery for container handling, the development of Pier A in Acajutla, and new storage spaces in the port area, among others.
So far in 2025, the Port of La Unión has received 23 fertilizer and roll-on/roll-off cargo vessels, consolidating itself as a key player in boosting the economy in the East and a high-impact logistics hub for the region.
These improvements also include a reduction in average dock entry times, an increase in cargo inflows, increased container handling, and other expansion projects led by the UPDP. These results reflect the government’s commitment to building strategic alliances that contribute to economic development and growth, job creation, and the well-being of all salvadorans.
