A Mixed Cargo Terminal at the Port of Veracruz in Mexico is being built and is expected to have a significant positive impact on trade and logistics in the region including enhanced capacity, improved connectivity, economic growth, expansion of international trade, and a competitive advantage that will strengthen Veracruz's position as a leading port in Mexico. As part of the port project of the century, this new terminal will significantly enhance the port's capabilities, making it a crucial node in the global logistics network.

The construction of the new Port of Veracruz is a significant infrastructure project aimed at modernizing and expanding the port's capacity. The project includes the development of various terminals for fluids, multipurpose use, containers, agricultural bulk, and mineral bulk. Once completed, the port's capacity will quadruple from 22 million to 90 million tons, allowing for more efficient handling of goods and reducing the need for diversions to other ports. This improvement to their infrastructure will reduce both operation and transportation costs and is expected to generate new employment opportunities during the construction phase and in the long term; attracting more business, boosting the local economy and potentially leading to further investments in the region. The port will also support the offshore energy sector, becoming a benchmark for technology, innovation, and sustainability. These benefits collectively aim to enhance the economic landscape of Veracruz and its surrounding areas, making it a crucial hub for trade and industry in Mexico.

Puertos Logísticos de México, S.A. de C.V. (PLM), a member of Grupo CICE, is part of the new Port of Veracruz project. In 2024, PLM was awarded the contract for the construction, equipment, and operation of this project in the North Bay area of the port. To assist with this large undertaking, PLM hired sub-contractor CIMESA, a Mexican based construction company with a reputation for delivering quality work and maintaining high standards in safety and environmental practices. The construction requires robust deep foundation solutions to support the heavy infrastructure and ensure stability, which is why CIMESA wisely chose to reach out to their International Construction Equipment, (ICE®) Sales and Service Team. Deep foundation piles are essential for transferring the load from the structures to the deeper, more stable soil layers. This involves driving steel, concrete, or composite piles deep into the ground. In April of 2024, an ICE® 44B Vibratory Driver Extractor was selected to drive the .91-meter and 1.02-meter diameter pipe piles to support the dock structure. Chosen for its power, the ICE® 44B has the highest frequency and driving force in its class and features a CAT C15 Tier 3 (Stage IIIA) engine which meets all EPA & EU emission regulations. 

The dock with a docking front of 550 meter (about 1804.46 ft) long and 35 m wide will be able to serve first generation of Post Panamax type vessels for containerized cargo and its mixed-use cargo terminal will handle container operations, general cargo, and mineral bulk, among other services. As of the latest updates, the construction is progressing well, remaining on time and within budget. Construction progress is advancing with the necessary infrastructure being put in place, including storage yards and terminal facilities.  

International Construction Equipment, Inc. (ICE®) is delighted to have supplied the deep foundation equipment that CIMESA has relied on for the smooth completion of this project. The pile portion of this project is expected to be complete by November of 2024. By the end of 2025, the terminal is anticipated to be fully operational and will significantly enhance the port's capacity and efficiency, making it a crucial hub for trade and logistics in the region. Trabajo fantástico, CIMESA! ICE® looks forward to many future partnerships with our partners in Mexico and beyond. 

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