Direct Shipping To Latin America: Evergreen Marine WSA6 Route & DDP Logistics Solutions | STU Supply Chain

Evergreen Marine has recently announced the expansion of its Latin America route network, with the launch of the new direct Latin America route WSA6 by the end of January. The route strengthens Evergreen’s coverage of major ports in Latin America, covering key ports in Mexico, Central America, and the west coast of South America, significantly shortening transit times for direct services, further optimizing the regional service network, and supporting the two-way growth of customers’ import and export businesses.

"Evergreen Marine’s new WSA6 route provides a direct link between major Chinese ports (Ningbo, Shanghai, Shekou) and key Latin American gateways like Ensenada, Manzanillo, Callao, and San Antonio. This significantly reduces transit times, offering a faster and more stable option for businesses importing from China."

Port Coverage Highlights

1. Direct Calls at Three Mexican Ports

• Ensenada: A gateway for cross-border trade adjacent to the U.S.-Mexico border, offering high customs clearance efficiency and fast delivery to destinations.

• Manzanillo: Mexico’s largest container port and a Pacific gateway with well-developed rail and road networks connecting major inland cities and boasting an extensive economic hinterland.

• Lázaro Cárdenas: A deep-water port in Mexico suitable for berthing large vessels.

China and Mexico maintain close trade ties, with bilateral trade volume exceeding USD 100 billion annually. China is Mexico’s second-largest trading partner, and Mexico is China’s second-largest trading partner in Latin America, with robust trade in mechanical and electrical products, vehicles and parts, and minerals.

2. Direct Call at Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

3. Direct Calls at Three West Coast South American Ports

• Buenaventura: Colombia’s largest and busiest port; China is Colombia’s second-largest trading partner and its largest source of imports.

• Callao: Peru’s busiest traditional hub port near Lima, handling about 70% of the country’s cargo volume; China is Peru’s largest trading partner.

• San Antonio: Chile’s largest port, handling approximately half of the country’s container cargo; China is Chile’s largest trading partner.

Core Advantages of Route WSA6

1. Qingdao as the Final Domestic Port: Short transit times and fast arrival at foreign ports.

2. Enhanced Service Quality: High port coverage improves import and export service quality in the Mexican and Central American markets.

3. Rare Direct Access to Puerto Quetzal: One of the few routes offering direct calls at Puerto Quetzal, ensuring reliable cargo arrival times and efficient transportation services.

4. Efficient Return Services: Direct calls at Callao provide faster services for return import customers.

Additional Context

The WSA6 service is operated via a slot charter agreement with PIL, Wan Hai, and Yang Ming, with a port rotation of Ningbo → Shanghai → Qingdao → Busan → Ensenada → Manzanillo (Mexico) → Lázaro Cárdenas → Puerto Quetzal → Buenaventura → Callao → San Antonio → Ningbo. This collaboration enables Evergreen to expand its presence in the Far East–West Coast South America corridor while leveraging the operational capabilities of the existing consortium service.

Estimated Transit Times for Evergreen WSA6 Route

The WSA6 service is optimized for speed. Combined with STU Supply Chain’s efficient handling, you can expect the following lead times from China’s major hubs to Latin American gateways:

Why These Transit Times Matter for Your Business:

• Reduced Inventory Costs: Faster transit means less capital tied up in "floating" stock.

• Market Responsiveness: Quickly restock your best-sellers in the Mexican and Peruvian markets.

• Reliable Scheduling: The WSA6 route is known for its high punctuality rate compared to transshipment routes.