2 Costa Rica Logistics Infrastructure
Juan Santamaria International airport, alongside other airport terminals, received over $155 million in investments for expansion and modernization, which have greatly improved their efficiency. Daniel Oduber International Airport located in Liberia, Guanacaste, is a facility located 226 km away the country capital San Jose.
Construction of a new and approved feasibility study for the Nuevo Aeropuerto Internacional Metropolitano of Costa Rica (NAIMCR) is underway. The construction of the NAICMR should start in 2022 in the region of Orotina, province of Alajuela, and could be developed with public and private participation in accordance to the Master Plan.
Concerning port infrastructure, Costa Rica has two major international ports: Caldera (Pacific Ocean), 78 km from San Jose; and Port Limon & Moin (Atlantic Ocean), 153 km distance from the country’s capital San Jose. Port Limon and Moin represent larger movement or prefer entry point by sea to Costa Rica. Over 1.1 million TEUs movement and considered the 10th port in Latin America under volume movement category.
Costa Rica has faced serious management problems concerning the development of the national road network. To date, work continues on its development. Factors such as poor planning and inadequate management of projects and risks are the biggest problems.
Costa Rica does have a very extensive road network that reaches remote places and populations. The issue is the capacity and state of the road network. You can find some networks have collapsed or under reparation (mitigation). In the rainy season they can be subject to landslides and obstructions.
2.1 Costa Rica Port Assessment
The two most important ports in Costa Rica are Puerto Limón / Moin and the port of Caldera, also known as Puerto Caldera. Puerto Limón is the main port located on the coast of the Caribbean Sea and the largest in the entire country. Puerto Caldera is the largest and most important port on the Pacific Ocean coast.
Quepos and Golfo Dulce are also two other relevant ports.
2.1.1 Costa Rica Port of Calderas
Port Overview
The management of Puerto Caldera Terminal has been placed under concession by the Costa Rican government. The port is located on Costa Rica's Pacific coast in the province of Puntarenas, Cantón de Esparza, Espiritu Santo district, with its surface area measuring 241069m2.
The area that is currently under concession includes:
- Berths one, two and three
- All buildings:
- Any structures
- Storage warehouses
- Warehouse annexes
- Patios
- Parking lots
- The administrative building and booths
- Network against fires
- Aqueduct and sewerage network
- Electrical network.
Port website: http://www.spcaldera.com/
Key port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com
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Port Location and Contact |
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Country |
COSTA RICA |
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Province or District |
PUNTARENAS |
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Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
SAN JOSE DISTANCE (78 km) |
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Port's Complete Name |
TERMINAL DE PUERTO CALDERA |
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Latitude |
84°43’W |
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Longitude |
9°54’W |
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Managing Company or Port Authority |
CONSORCIO PORTUARIO DE CALDERA II
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Management Contact Person |
RICARDO OSPINA LEON |
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Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
JUAN SANTAMARIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AEROMÉXICO AEROREPÚBLICA AIR CANADÁ AIR FRANCE AIR TRANSAT ALASKA AIRLINES AMERICAN AVIATECA BRITISH AIRWAYS CONDOR HOLLAND COPA CUBANA DE AVIACIÓN DELTA IBERIA INTERJET JET BLUE AIRWAYS CORP. LACSA REGULAR NATURE AIR PARSA SANSA SPIRIT AIRLINES SUN COUNTRY SUNTHWEST AIRLINES CO. |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
CONSORCIO PORTUARIO DE CALDERA II
- SOCIEDAD PORTUARIA REGIONAL DE BUENAVENTURA S. A.
- CORPORACIÓN BRISAS DEL PACIFICO S.A.,
- LOGISTICA DE GRANOS, S. A.
- COMERCIALIZADORA R Y S, S. A
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: HQ staff will input a link to section 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List here.
Port Performance
Port Performance
The port attends to ships for the import and export of general cargo, in containers and in bulk, with activities in the Pacific sector of Costa Rica. It should be noted that the Port of Calderas is covered under a Concession Contract with the Costa Rican government.
Transport Requirements for Accessing the Port Calderas:
- Particular conditions of the Civil Responsibility Policy, duly signed by Costa Rica National Insurance Institute (INS).
- Official receipt of payment of the Civil Liability Policy, issued by the INS, minimum coverage A and C.
- Circulation card.
- Vehicle Technical Vehicle Review.
Pilotage:
- The pilot boards the ship at 1 mile from port Entrance
- In the port of Caldera, the gangway should be at portside
- Pilotage is compulsory for larger vessels.
- Weather conditions suitable for docking and undocking manoeuvres, subject to discretion of pilot’s office.
Restrictions:
- Max length of 220m
- Max draft of 12m for bulkers, for tankers, projects, generals, containers, etc
- Services of fresh water, sludge removal, ship chandlers, and garbage disposal are available.
- No daylight restriction
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Seasonal Constraints |
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Occurs |
Time Frame |
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Rainy Season |
YES |
From May to November |
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Major Import Campaigns |
NO |
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Other Comments |
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Handling Figures for 2017 |
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|---|---|
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Vessel Calls |
464 |
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Container Traffic (TEUs) |
168,701 |
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Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2017 |
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|---|---|
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Bulk (MT) |
2,154,580.50 |
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Break bulk (MT) |
43,199.95 (Liquid Bulk) |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following link: http://www.spcaldera.com/tarifas/
Berthing Specifications
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Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Conventional Berth No. 1 |
1 |
210 m |
11 m |
MULTIPURPOSE BERTH |
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Conventional Berth No. 2 |
1 |
150 m |
10 m |
MULTIPURPOSE BERTH |
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Conventional Berth No. 3 |
1 |
190 m |
7.5 m |
MULTIPURPOSE BERTH |
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Conventional Berth No. 4 |
1 |
220 m |
13 m |
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Container Berth |
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Silo Berth |
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Berthing Tugs |
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Water Barges |
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Port website: http://www.spcaldera.com/
Port Handling Equipment
The port is run PRIVATELY.
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Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
|---|---|---|---|
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Dockside Crane |
Yes |
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Container Gantries |
No |
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Mobile Cranes |
Yes |
Shore Crane 140 MT |
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Reachstacker |
Yes |
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RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) |
No |
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Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines |
No |
Bulk cargoes are discharged by pneumatic suction units and 4×12 cubic yard grabs |
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Transtainer |
No |
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Forklifts |
Yes |
27 Units 2.5 to 16 MT Capacity |
Container Facilities
|
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
|---|---|---|
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Container Facilities Available |
Yes |
Yes |
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Container Freight Station (CFS) |
700 TEU |
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Refrigerated Container Stations |
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Other Capacity Details |
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Daily Take Off Capacity |
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Number of Reefer Stations |
40 reefer points |
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Emergency Take-off Capacity |
No. Vessels can enter or depart at any time |
Vessels can enter or depart at any time |
|
Off take Capacity of Gang Shift |
Customs Guidance
Please refer to the customs information.
For more information on customs in COSTA RICA, please see the following link: HQ staff will input a link to section 1.3 Customs Information here.
Terminal Information
Grain and Bulk Handling
Six spreaders (3×20 ft., 3×40 ft.), 2 empty spreaders, 1×35 Ton top loader, 8 reach stackers (2×40 MT Capacity and 6×45 MT Capacity), 10 tractors, 16 trailers, 40 reefer points.
Main Storage Terminal
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Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Area (m2) |
|---|---|---|
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Bagged Cargo |
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Refrigerated Cargo |
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General Cargo |
Warehouse No. 1 Warehouse No. 2 |
7,200 m2 5,400 m2 |
Hinterland Information
Hinterland information with the access highway to San Jose is in good conditions. In some areas there is the possibility of interruptions or landslides caused by the accumulation of water or leaks. Port operates with control gates and duly registration.
Puerto Caldera is land connected via the Interamerican highway. However, there is an accessible interurban road between Caldera and the city of Puntarenas.
Port Security
Port operates with control gates and security premises are fully fenced.
There is control registration for vehicles and passengers.
Trucks can be tracked by using this link:
http://www.puertodecaldera.com/Transportistas/camiones_new.aspx
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Security |
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|---|---|
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ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
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Current ISPS Level |
Level 1 |
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Police Boats |
No |
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Fire Engines |
Yes |
2.1.2 Costa Rica Port Complex of Limon/Moin
Port Overview
Limón has a strategically privileged geographical position. It is located only 12 hours away from the Atlantic Ocean route that connects North America, South America, the Caribbean and Europe, and is the busiest international maritime trade route in the world. The port is also a short distance from the Canal de Panama.
Limon Port Complex consist of two terminals:
- Hernán Garrón Salazar Terminal (Limón)
- Gastón Kogan Kogan Terminal (Moín)
These terminals are 7 km away from each other.
Key port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com
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Port Location and Contact |
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|---|---|
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Country |
COSTA RICA |
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Province or District |
LIMON |
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Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
SAN JOSE 153 (km) |
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Port's Complete Name |
Hernán Garrón Salazar Terminal (Limón) Gastón Kogan Kogan Terminal (Moín) |
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Latitude |
9º, 59', 30" N (Limón) / 10º, 01', 30" N (Moin) |
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Longitude |
83º, 03', 48" E (Limón) / 83º, 05', 00" W (Moin) |
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Managing Company or Port Authority |
JUNTA DE ADMINISTRACION PORTURIA Y DE DESARROLLO ECONOMICO DE LA VERTIENTE ATLANTICA |
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Management Contact Person |
José Aponte Quirós |
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Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
JUAN SANTAMARIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
AEROMÉXICO AEROREPÚBLICA AIR CANADÁ AIR FRANCE AIR TRANSAT ALASKA AIRLINES AMERICAN AVIATECA BRITISH AIRWAYS CONDOR HOLLAND COPA CUBANA DE AVIACIÓN DELTA IBERIA INTERJET JET BLUE AIRWAYS CORP. LACSA REGULAR NATURE AIR PARSA SANSA SPIRIT AIRLINES SUN COUNTRY SUNTHWEST AIRLINES CO. |
Port Picture
Hernán Garrón Salazar Terminal (Limón)
Gastón Kogan Terminal (Moín)
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
MARINA INTERCONTINENTAL S.A. (MARINSA)
Phone:(506) 2586-9500 Fax:(506) 2227-0300
PO BOX: 4-2300 San José, Costa Rica
Email: oscar.alvarez@ilglogistics.com
AGENCIA NAVIERA TRANSPORTE ESTIBA Y NEGOCIOS AFINES S.A. (ANTENA)
Phone:(506) 2758-8080 – (506)2758-8484
Fax:(506)2758-8181
Email: antena@grupodelsol.cr
SEABOARD MARINER
Representation in Costa Rica: Agencia Marítima del Istmo S.A.
Phone:(506) 2233-6122 Fax:(506) 2233-6330
PO BOX: 11734-1000 San José, Costa Rica
Email: contactenos@seaboard.co.cr
TRANSLOGIC W&W, S.A.
Phone:(506) 2253-8928, (506) 8347-8127
PO BOX: 1064-2070 San José, Costa Rica
Email: info@translogic.co.cr; fernando.hasbun@translogic.co.cr
SOLUCIONES INTEGRALES DE LOGISTICA S.A. (SILSA)
Phone:(506) 2798-1111 Ext. 123,124 – (506)2222-4343
Email: silsa@grupodelsol.cr
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: HQ staff will input a link to section 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List here.
Port Performance
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Seasonal Constraints |
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|---|---|---|
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Occurs |
Time Frame |
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Rainy Season |
Yes |
From May to November |
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Major Import Campaigns |
No |
N/A |
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Other Comments |
Road Network to/from San Jose and vice versa |
|
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Handling Figures for 2016 |
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|---|---|
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Vessel Calls |
2,063 |
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Container Traffic (TEUs) |
1,177,382 |
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Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2016 |
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|---|---|
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Bulk (MT) |
|
|
Break bulk (MT) |
11,436 (Load and Offload) |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following link:
http://www.japdeva.go.cr/administracion_portuaria/descripcion_tarifas_canon.html
Berthing Specifications
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Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Cuise/Passenger Berth / RORO Operations |
No. 3-1 |
191 |
10.00 |
Limon – Hernan Garron Terminal |
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Cruise/Passenger Berth / RORO Operations |
No. 3-2 |
191 |
10.00 |
Limon – Hernan Garron Terminal |
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Cruise/Passenger Berth |
No. 3-3 |
191 |
10.00 |
Limon – Hernan Garron Terminal |
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Conventional Berth |
No. 4-1 |
162 |
9.50 |
Limon – Hernan Garron Terminal |
|
Conventional Berth |
No. 4-2 |
162 |
9.50 |
Limon – Hernan Garron Terminal |
|
Conventional Berth |
No. 4-3 |
200 |
10.50 |
Limon – Hernan Garron Terminal |
|
Conventional Berth |
No. 5-1 |
218 |
11.80 |
Moin – Gastón Kogan Kogan Terminal |
|
Conventional Berth / RORO Operations |
No. 5-2 |
RORO Ramp |
11.80 |
Moin – Gastón Kogan Kogan Terminal |
|
Conventional Berth / Banana |
No. 5-3 |
163 |
9.5 |
Moin – Gastón Kogan Kogan Terminal |
|
Conventional Berth / Banana |
No. 5-4 |
163 |
9.7 |
Moin – Gastón Kogan Kogan Terminal |
|
Container Berth |
No. 5-5 |
210 |
10.00 |
Moin – Gastón Kogan Kogan Terminal |
|
Container Berth |
No. 5-6 |
210 |
10.60 |
Moin – Gastón Kogan Kogan Terminal |
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Silo Berth |
|
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Berthing Tugs |
|
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Water Barges |
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General Cargo Handling Berths
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Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
|---|---|
|
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
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Exports - Bagged Cargo |
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Imports and Exports - RoRo |
3-1, 3-2, 3-3 and 5-2 for RORO Operations |
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Other Imports |
Port Handling Equipment
The port equipment is managed by the GOVERNMENT
|
Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
|---|---|---|---|
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Dockside Crane |
No |
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Container Gantries |
Yes |
40 MT – 1 Unit |
Liebher |
|
Mobile Cranes |
No |
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Reachstacker |
Yes |
45 MT - 3 Units (Moin) |
Model Kalmar DRF450-65S5 |
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RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) |
No |
RORO Platform (Moin) |
|
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Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines |
No |
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Transtainer |
No |
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Forklifts |
Yes |
2.5 MT - 12 Units (Moin) 6.0 MT – 2 units (Limon) 10 MT – 1 Unit (Moin & Limon) 15 MT – 2 Units (Limon) |
Container Facilities
|
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
|---|---|---|
|
Container Facilities Available |
YES |
YES |
|
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
YES |
YES |
|
Refrigerated Container Stations |
YES |
|
|
Other Capacity Details |
||
|
Daily Take Off Capacity |
||
|
Number of Reefer Stations |
160 (Moin) 120 (Limon) |
|
|
Emergency Take-off Capacity |
|
|
|
Off take Capacity of Gang Shift |
Customs Guidance
For more information on customs in COSTA RICA, please see the following link: HQ staff will input a link to section 1.3 Customs Information here.
Terminal Information
Main Storage Terminal
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Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Area (m2) |
|---|---|---|
|
Bagged Cargo |
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Refrigerated Cargo |
160 Outlets connections (Moin) and 120 (Limon) |
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General Cargo |
4,930 m2 (Limon) |
Stevedoring
SERVINAVE
Phone: (506) 2586-9520
Fax: (506)2758-7316
Email: oscar.alvarez@ilglogistics.com
COOPEUNITRAP, R. L.
Phone: (506) 2798-1616
Fax: (506)2798-1694
Email: lcubero@unitrap.cr
CARGA Y DESCARGA DE COSTA RICA S.A. (CADESA)
Phone: (506) 2758-8686/(506)2798-8686
Fax: (506)2758-8181
Email: cadesa@grupodelsol.cr
Hinterland Information
Goods are transported out of the port by trucks. Moin Terminal has 6 lanes for in/out operations and Limon Gate has 4 lanes for in/out operations.
For trucking suppliers and companies please refer to template 3.2 Transporters
Port Security
To comply with the provisions demanded by international trade and the international and national organizations that regulate Port Security and Protection standards, the Limon and Moin terminals have made efforts to create infrastructure, purchase equipment and assign personnel to mitigate possible risks and vulnerabilities that may limit licit trade and security of port terminals.
Some investments have been the implementation of the Access Control System for vehicles and people, installation of a closed circuit TV, installation of perimeter closures, improvements in lighting, purchase of vehicles, creation of procedures in the management of security, plans of contingencies to attend emergencies, cooperation agreements with national police authorities among others.
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Security |
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|---|---|
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ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
|
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
|
Police Boats |
No |
|
Fire Engines |
Yes |
2.2 Costa Rica Aviation
Key airport information may also be found at: http://worldaerodata.com/
Costa Rica Aviation is supervised by the Direccion General de Aviacion Civil, based on the Civil Aviation General Law No. 5150 of May 14, 1973.
The Technical Council of Civil Aviation and the General Directorate of Civil Aviation, attached to the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, are the bodies responsible for all matters relating to the regulation and control of Civil Aviation within Costa Rican territory.
For more information on government agency and airport company contact information, please see the following links:
Procedures for Foreign Registered Aircraft
Related to all registration processes should be madethrough Direccion General de Aviacion.
Foreign Registered Aircraft Application form:
http://www.dgac.go.cr/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/7F72-Certificado-Aerona.pdf
2.2.1 Costa Rica Juan Santa Maria International
Airport Overview
Juan Santamaria International Airport is the primary passenger and cargo airport and the second-biggest in Central America for passenger movements. It performs operations for a diverse range of passenger carriers such as TACA, AVIANCA, UNITED, COPA, IBERIA and many cargo companies. It is owned by the Government of Costa Rica and operated by Aeris Holdings Costa Rica under ADC & HAS and Andrade Gutiérrez Concesores.
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Airport Location and Contact |
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|---|---|
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Country |
COSTA RICA |
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Province or District |
ALAJUELA |
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Nearest Town or City |
SAN JOSE DISTANCE 20 km |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
JUAN SANTAMARIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT |
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Latitude |
09°59′38″N |
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Longitude |
084°12′32″W |
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Elevation (ft and m) |
921 m / 3,022 ft |
|
IATA Code |
SJO |
|
ICAO Code |
MROC |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Aeris Holdings Costa Rica under ADC & HAS and Andrade Gutiérrez Concesores |
|
Management Contact Person |
|
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Open From (hours) |
24 HOURS |
|
Open To (hours) |
|
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
- AEROMÉXICO
- AEROREPÚBLICA
- AIR CANADÁ
- AIR FRANCE
- AIR TRANSAT
- ALASKA AIRLINES
- AMERICAN
- AVIATECA
- BRITISH AIRWAYS
- CONDOR HOLLAND
- COPA
- CUBANA DE AVIACIÓN
- DELTA
- IBERIA
- INTERJET
- JET BLUE AIRWAYS CORP.
- LACSA REGULAR
- NATURE AIR
- PARSA
- SANSA
- SPIRIT AIRLINES
- SUN COUNTRY
- SUNTHWEST AIRLINES CO.
- SUNWING
- TACA
- THOMSON AIRWAYS
- UNITED
- VECA
- VOLARIS
- VOLARIS C.R.
- WEST JET
- XTRA AIRWAYS
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: HQ staff will input a link to section 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List here.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
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Performance for 2016 |
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|---|---|---|---|
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Per Year |
Per Month |
Per Day |
|
|
Total Aircraft Movements |
88,771 |
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|
Total Passengers |
4,371,281 |
||
|
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
73,633 |
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|
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
|||
|
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
N/A |
||
Runways
The airport's main runway allows for the operations of large, wide body aircrafts.
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
3,012 m 9,882 feet |
|
Orientation |
07/25 |
|
Surface |
Asphalt |
The runway is in excellent condition. Fog can sometimes be an issue.
Helicopter Pad(s)
|
Helipad #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Present |
Yes |
|
Largest Helicopter that can Land |
|
|
Width and Length (m) |
|
|
Surface |
Cement |
|
Surface |
|
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
|
|
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
No |
|
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
|
|
Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
|
|
Pax Transport to Airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
|
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
|
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
|
|
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
|
|
Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
|
Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
|
NDB |
VOR |
||
|
ILS |
Airport Operating Details
|
Operating Details |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
|||
|
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
|||
|
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
|||
|
Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
|||
|
Handling Equipment |
|||
|
Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes |
Max Capacity (MT) |
|
|
Max Height (m) |
|
||
|
Loading Ramps |
Yes |
||
|
Other Comments |
|
||
Customs Guidance
Please refer to the customs template.
For more information on customs in COSTA RICA, please see the following link: HQ staff will input a link to section 1.3 Customs Information here.
Storage Facilities
Storage is limited to Cargo Operators space.
A new space is under development in order to use as humanitarian cross docking operations space.
Airfield Costs
Fuel Services Charges
Jet Fuel Services Providers:
- UNIVERSAL AVIATION
- ADS GROUND HANDLING
- AEROJET DE COSTA RICA SA
- AERO SERVICIOS DE COSTA RICA
- AERO LOGISTICA ST SA
- AEROCOMBUSTIBLES
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Price per Litre USD - $ |
|
|---|---|
|
Jet A-1 |
532.7000 Colones / 0.94 USD/ L |
|
Avgas |
916.6900 Colones / 1.61 USD/ L |
Air-bridge Charges
The departure tax charge to exit the Costa Rican territory applies to all passengers, citizens of Costa Rica and foreigners, minors and adults. Currently this tax is US $ 29.00.
Security
The security apparatus includes the national police, customs, immigrations and airport security. Private security companies and airport security conduct screening of all persons and items entering through restricted areas of the airport and have the custody for access to the cargo terminal.
2.3 Costa Rica Road Network
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List
Distance Matrix
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Distances from Capital City to Major Towns (km) |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
|
San Jose |
Alajuela |
Cartago |
Liberia |
Puntarenas |
Peñas Blancas |
Jaco |
Limon |
Paso Canoas |
|
San Jose |
|
15 km |
20 km |
217 km |
103 km |
304 km |
117 km |
160 km |
358 km |
|
Alajuela |
15 km |
|
40 km |
200 km |
98 km |
277 km |
100 km |
148 kms |
337 kms |
|
Cartago |
20 km |
40 km |
|
187 km |
116 km |
317 km |
131 km |
151 km |
291 km |
|
Liberia |
217 km |
200 km |
187 km |
|
264 km |
549 km |
127 km |
272 km |
461 km |
|
Puntarenas |
103 km |
98 km |
116 km |
264 km |
|
205 km |
159 km |
170 km |
379 km |
|
Peñas Blancas |
304 km |
277 km |
317 km |
549 km |
205 km |
|
205 km |
383 km |
524 km |
|
Jaco |
117 km |
100 km |
131 km |
127 km |
159 km |
205 km |
|
179 km |
347 km |
|
Limon |
160 km |
148 km |
151 km |
272 km |
170 km |
383 km |
179 km |
|
399 km |
|
Paso Canoas |
358 km |
337 km |
291 km |
461 km |
379 km |
524 km |
347 km |
399 km |
|
Travel Time Matrix
|
Distances from Capital City to Major Towns (hr) |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
|
San Jose |
Alajuela |
Cartago |
Liberia |
Puntarenas |
Peñas Blancas |
Jaco |
Limon |
Paso Canoas |
|
San Jose |
|
30 m |
40 m |
2 hr 30 m |
1 hr 30 m |
2 hr 45 m |
2 hr 45 m |
3 hr 30 m |
4 hr 45 m |
|
Alajuela |
30 m |
|
1 hr 20 m |
3 hr |
1 hr 30 m |
4 hr 15 min |
1 hr 30 m |
3 hr 30 m |
5 hr 45 m |
|
Cartago |
40 m |
1 hr 20 m |
|
4 hr |
2 hr 20 m |
5 hr |
2 hr 25 m |
3 hr 15 m |
5 hr 20 m |
|
Liberia |
2 hr 30 m |
3 hr |
4 hr |
|
2 hr 10 m |
1 hr 10 m |
2 hr 45 m |
6 hr |
6 hr 45 m |
|
Puntarenas |
1 hr 30 m |
1 hr 30 m |
2 hr 20 m |
2 hr 10 m |
|
3 hr 15 m |
1 hr 15 m |
4 hr 40 min |
5 hr |
|
Peñas Blancas |
2 hr 45 m |
4 hr 15 min |
5 hr |
1 hr 10 m |
3 hr 15 m |
4 hr |
6 hr 45 m |
7 hr 45 m |
|
|
Jaco |
2 hr 45 m |
1 hr 30 m |
2 hr 25 m |
2 hr 45 m |
1 hr 15 m |
4 hr |
|
4 hr 45 m |
3 hr 35 m |
|
Limon |
3 hr 30 m |
3 hr 30 m |
3 hr 15 m |
6 hr |
4 hr 40 min |
6 hr 45 m |
4 hr 45 m |
8 hr 45 m |
|
|
Paso Canoas |
4 hr 45 m |
5 hr 45 m |
5 hr 20 m |
6 hr 45 m |
5 hr |
7 hr 45 m |
3 hr 35 m |
8 hr 45 m |
|
Road Security
Security in Costa Rica’s road network is generally good with few accidents.
The UN has appointed a UNDSS Security Officer who liaises directly with the local police units and this contact will make arrangements with them to provide security escorts.
2.4 Costa Rica Railway Network
2.5 Costa Rica Waterways Network
