APM Terminals (APMT) Mexico has announced a phased 19-year, $160 million modernisation plan for its Puerto Progreso container terminal in Yucatán.
The investment will upgrade infrastructure, renew equipment, and introduce advanced technology to boost operational efficiency, logistics visibility, and service reliability.
The plan aims to elevate Puerto Progreso’s logistics capabilities, enhance maritime connectivity in southeast Mexico, and generate jobs and economic opportunities for the region.
APM Terminals CEO Keith Svendsen said: “I’m proud of the long-term project at APMT Yucatán, a pivotal step in modernising infrastructure, boosting capacity, and strengthening Mexico’s position in global trade. This investment introduces new equipment, smarter terminal design, and advances our decarbonisation strategy.
“It also sharpens our focus on enhancing safety, service quality, delivery, and cost efficiency – all underpinned by Lean principles that help us continuously improve operations . Above all, it reaffirms our enduring commitment to Mexico and our partners, built on trust, transparency, and performance.”
Beatriz Yera, Managing Director of APM Terminals Mexico, added: “We are going to invest not only to contribute to Yucatán’s economic and commercial development, but also to share our expertise and create synergies with authorities, local businesses, and port service providers to make Puerto Progreso a benchmark for port innovation and technology—a more efficient and sustainable port for the benefit of Mexico and its people.”
APMT also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Yucatán state government to bring its expertise and best practices as a global terminal operator to support regional industrial growth.
Recently, APMT celebrated the signing of a contract with FCC for the first phase of an ambitious plan to modernise its facilities at the Port of Barcelona.
