Cargo Delays at Puerto Santo Tomas de Castilla, Guatemala: What You Need to Know

Ongoing congestion at Puerto Santo Tomas de Castilla and surrounding areas is currently affecting cargo transportation throughout Guatemala. This includes delays in port operations, container depot activity, and access to connecting roadways.

At Royal Shipping Lines, we are closely monitoring the situation and working to minimize disruptions to your shipments.

🚢 Port Congestion in Puerto Santo Tomas de Castilla

All vessels calling at Puerto Santo Tomas de Castilla, one of Guatemala’s key international ports, are experiencing significant operational delays. The main issues impacting cargo flow include:

• 🛳️ Delayed vessel loading and offloading

• 🚧 Slow terminal operations and gate turnarounds

• 🚛 Disruptions in container transport to and from the port

• 🚦 Limited access through congested connecting roadways

These delays are affecting both import and export shipments and may lead to rescheduling or longer transit times.

📦 Impact on Containerized Cargo

If you are shipping to or from Guatemala, please be aware that:

• ✅ Export containers may be delayed due to vessel availability and reduced terminal efficiency

• ✅ Import containers may take longer to clear, deliver, or reposition

• ✅ Trucking services may face route delays due to congestion around the port and container depots

🧭 What You Can Do

• 🗓️ Plan ahead for possible shipment delays and buffer time in your supply chain

• 📞 Stay in touch with your Royal Shipping Lines representative for real-time updates

• 📩 Contact us to explore alternative routing or scheduling solutions if needed

📞 Need Assistance?

We appreciate your patience and continued support as we navigate this evolving situation. If you have any questions about your current or upcoming shipments to Guatemala:

📞Office: +1 (305) 884-8127
📱 WhatsApp: +1 (305) 979-3596
📧 Email: info@royalshippinglines.com