Honduras
Country Name |
Honduras |
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Official Country Name |
Honduras |
Table of Contents
Honduras - 1 Country Profile
Generic Information
Honduras occupies a privileged geographical place in the American continent. Located in the heart of Central America, it has access to the Atlantic and Pacific oceans; it has land boundaries with three countries and maritime boundaries with nine; It is essentially mountainous and has an extensive area covered with forests. In its territory lives a population that is the product of miscegenation, of which 8% is made up of indigenous and black people, which makes it multiethnic, multicultural and multilingual (1).
Form of State: Presidential republic with Single-chamber parliament.
Administrative division: Honduras is divided administratively into 18 Departments: Atlántida, Choluteca, Colón, Comayagua, Copán, Cortés, El Paraíso, Francisco Morazán, Gracias a Dios, Intibucá, Isla de la Bahía, La Paz, Lempira, Ocotepeque, Olancho, Santa Bárbara, Valle, and Yoro
Area: 112,492 km2
Limits: Located in the center of the Central American isthmus, it limits to the west with Guatemala (340 km) and El Salvador (356.5 km), to the north with the Caribbean Sea (650 km), to the east with Nicaragua (575 km) and to the south with the Pacific Ocean (65 km).
Capital: Tegucigalpa MDC: 1,293,611 inhabitants (2). Together with the ancient city of Comayagüela, it forms the Central District. It is in the center of the country and is the second most populous city in the Central American isthmus after Guatemala City.
Other cities: San Pedro Sula (812,689 inhabitants); Choloma (282,684); Danli (226,042); La Ceiba (225,606); Progress (201,508); Villanueva (181,792); Comayagua (176,218); Choluteca (171,016); Juticalpa (145,213); and Puerto Cortés (138,151).
Official language: Spanish. In the Bay Islands the use of English is widespread for historical reasons.
More general information can be found in regularly reviewed sources that indicate current facts and figures. For an overview of the country, please refer to the following sources:
Wikipedia Country Information: https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honduras
IMF Country Information: https://www.imf.org/en/Countries/HND
Economist Intelligence Unit Information: http://country.eiu.com/honduras
(*Note – This is a paid service)
Humanitarian Information
World Food Programme Information: https://www.wfp.org/countries/honduras
UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs Information: https://www.unocha.org/latin-america-and-caribbean-rolac/honduras
Facts and Figures
Wolfram Alpha Information: https://www.wolframalpha.com/input?i=Honduras
World Bank Information: https://www.worldbank.org/en/country/honduras
Population Information: https://worldpopulationreview.com/countries/honduras-population
Honduras - 1.1 Humanitarian Background
Disasters, Conflicts and Migration
Natural Disasters |
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Type |
Occurs |
Comments / Details |
Drought |
Yes |
In recent years (2014-2019), the increasing trends of longer droughts in certain areas of the country, related to the weather phenomenon of El Nino and increasingly heavy rains from depressions or tropical storms elsewhere, have had a devastating effect and incurred high costs.
Probability of Drought:
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Earthquakes |
Yes |
Northern Central America (NCA) is the area with the highest risk of disasters in Central America, being one of the areas most affected by extreme geo-climatic events such as earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, and droughts. Honduras, being in the Ring of Fire zone, is prone to earthquakes, however, these are not frequent or of great magnitude.
Earthquake Probability
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Epidemics |
Yes |
Floods or storms produce increases in epidemics, with a boom in cases of diarrhea, respiratory diseases (ARI) and all those associated with the Aedes Aegypti mosquito. For example, after Mitch, cases of diarrhea increased by 20%. |
Extreme Temperatures |
No |
The historical average temperature of the country is located at 25.3 ºC, and an increase of half a degree is forecast in the coming years, although with variations between the different regions of the country. In this way, while in the regions of Choluteca and Valle the maximum temperature reaches 30 degrees, in the peak of Celaque the minimum recorded is 12 ° C.251 Up to 600 meters high the average temperature is around 26 ° C, as in the lowlands of the Caribbean Sea. At altitude between 601 and 2,100 m the recorded temperature ranges between 16 and 24 °C, while above 2,101 m the average temperature is 16 ° C. In the Pacific, the department of Choluteca is characterized by a dry climate with average annual temperatures of 28 ° C. |
Floods |
Yes |
The Honduran territory is especially vulnerable to tropical cyclones and hurricanes, whose number has increased in the last decade, especially between the months of June and November. The country suffers a hurricane every 25 to 30 years, while storms are more frequent: one every three to five years (especially in the period between September and October). The tropical storms and cyclones that affect Honduras originate predominantly in the Atlantic Ocean, north and east of the country. According to IISD (2013), the cyclone season runs from June to November, although some cyclones of great intensity have been recorded in the month of May.
Flood Probability:
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Insect Infestation |
Yes |
Temperatures have risen 2°C in the last ten years," leading to shrinking harvests, increased deforestation, and increased pests and epidemics. During 2014, the Institute of Forest Sciences detected 7,528 weevil attacks, mostly in the departments of Olancho, Yoro and Francisco Morazán, for a total of 15,242 ha and 217,573 m3 of pine wood. Locusts are a threat to crops in the country and these tend to proliferate when temperatures rise. However, ARSA together with SENASA undertake early actions to control the pest. |
Mudslides |
Yes |
For FAO (2012), deforestation causes erosion and soil degradation, which affect increased floods, landslides, sedimentation of rivers, loss of water sources and disappearance of rivers for several months a year. La Paz is the Honduran department most threatened by landslides, with 20.22% of its territory. In Intibucá, 20.13% of the department is threatened by landslides, followed by Lempira (19.98%) and Comayagua (18.87%). |
Volcanic Eruptions |
No |
In the Honduran territory no active volcanoes have been located (only 4 holocene volcanoes), which are El Tigre, Zacate Grande, Lake Yojoa, and Isla Útila in an inactive state; of which the date of its last eruption is unknown (Trombley, 2008). |
High Waves / Surges |
Yes |
Storm surges are more frequent on the Pacific coast than in the Caribbean Sea. It is a phenomenon associated with abnormal waves in the central Pacific, with almost annual frequency. 5.1% of the national territory presents a high threat to tides and swells, concentrated in five of the eighteen departments. The department most affected by tides and tides is the Bay Islands, where 43.66% of the area is at risk, followed by Valle (28.82%), Gracias a Dios (13.75%) and Choluteca (8.45%). |
Wildfires |
Yes |
Forest fires are recurrent in Honduras and are a threat that increases in periods of drought, whose increase can lead, to which also contributes the decreasing forest density of the country, which would produce a vicious circle between drought and forest fires. Along with drought, high temperatures and strong winds are the main natural causes of forest fires in the country (ISDR, 2014). However, of forest fires are caused by human activities: in 2014, 72% of forest fires were by criminal hands, and 12% by agricultural burning. |
High Winds |
N/A |
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Other Comments |
Countries like Honduras have less economic diversification and are more dependent on agriculture, and their lower income and savings, as well as poor education and health, make households vulnerable to the effects of climate change. |
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Man-Made Issues |
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Civil Strife |
No |
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International Conflict |
Yes |
The Gulf of Fonseca has historically been a source of conflict between El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua. And despite its beauty and an illustrious past, it is also one of the poorest areas of Central America. The main problem is the lack of delimitation of the waters, although the first attempt in this direction was made in 1880 and it was in 1917 when the Central American Court of Justice expressed itself for the first time in the matter. And the matter also went to be considered by the same International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague after El Salvador and Honduras appealed to the court to settle a dispute over an island of half a square kilometer called Conejo. In its 1992 resolution, the ICJ determined that both states had exclusive sovereignty over a strip of three miles from their coast but assigned the administration of the rest of the waters of the gulf to the three countries that share it. And the lack of precise delimitation has continued to generate conflicts, with the military shooting at fishermen they accuse of fishing in foreign waters and presidents threatened with the use of air power to defend their sovereignty. |
Internally Displaced Persons |
Yes |
Widespread violence is the leading cause of internal displacement in Honduras. The presence of groups linked to criminal activities, organized in maras or gangs, as well as the territorial dispute of gangs dedicated to drug trafficking, are the main engines of this violence. The country's two main cities: Tegucigalpa, the capital, and San Pedro Sula, an industrial city, have figured in recent years at the top of the list of the most violent cities in the world, with homicide rates ranging between 40 and 55, respectively, per 100,000 inhabitants. Since 2013, the Government of Honduras has recognized the problem of forced displacement due to violence in the country. To address its impact, it created the Inter-Institutional Commission for the Protection of Persons Displaced by Violence (CIPPDV), whose objective is to "promote the formulation of policies and the adoption of measures for the prevention of forced displacement due to violence, as well as care, protection and solutions for displaced persons and their families." |
Refugees Present |
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The urgent humanitarian needs of displaced persons, refugees and migrants arriving, transiting or returning to the region exacerbate existing challenges and exacerbate gaps in governance and crisis response and in access to basic services for migrants. 701,000 encounters in 2021 between the U.S. Border Patrol and migrants in transit originating from northern Central America. 795,000 people returned between 2017 and 2021 of which 39.68% come from Honduras. 740,000 asylum applications between 2019 and 2021 in the US and Mexico from people from northern Central America. |
Landmines / UXO Presence |
Yes |
This was generated as a result of the cold war (80's): - Laying of A/P mines, in border areas: Honduras and Nicaragua. - Loss of life and persons crippled were recorded. - Crop areas affected by the effect of mines. - Negative effects on the regional economy. |
Other Comments |
Honduras is in a complex humanitarian crisis, the root causes of which relate to systemic poverty, deep socioeconomic and gender inequality, persistent violence, the challenges posed by mixed migration flows, forced displacement within and from Honduras, and limited state capacity to respond to the protection challenges faced by the population. This context is marked by the deepening COVID-19 pandemic and climate shocks, including hurricanes Eta and Iota. |
For more information on disasters in the country, please refer to the Search Center in Epidemiology and Disasters:
http://www.sela.org/media/3220400/ocha-desastres_naturales.pdf
Seasonal Effects on Logistics Capacities
Seasonal Effects on Transport |
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Transport Type |
Time Frame |
Comments / Details |
Primary Transport Network |
From May to November |
High vulnerability of the network to natural phenomena (climatic, geological, others) does not guarantee continuity of travel in winter season (eg: transport of wood from the exploitation areas to the sawmills). During the rainy season, floods and landslides occur, which generate closures in the roads due in many cases to the poor infrastructure of these. |
Secondary Transport Network |
From May to November |
Like the previous point, secondary roads are affected by floods and landslides, but to a greater degree. |
Rail transport |
N/A |
N/A |
Air transport |
From May to November |
The temporary closure of airports is forced when bad weather limits the visibility required for the departure of planes, especially in the northern part of the country. This occurs regularly in the rainy season. |
River Transport |
From December to April |
The main means of communication between communities is fluvial, people move through rivers, lagoons and canals that connect with each other, specifically in the Municipalities of Gracias a Dios; Brus Laguna, Ahuas, Wampusirpi and Juan Francisco Bulnes. The duration of the trips can change in summer since it will depend on the seasonality of the river and can vary by the amount of water that the river has from four to seven hours when its waters are very low. |
Infrastructure, both public and private, is of fundamental importance for social and economic development in Honduras, as well as for its structuring and integration. It is key to natural emergencies and a rapid and effective response to disasters depends on its quality. Of particular importance are land, air and sea transport, telecommunications and energy.
The country has a road network of 14,420 km, of which 3,280 are paved roads, 2,670 km are considered secondary roads built with selected material, and 8,300 are neighborhood roads according to an analysis by UNDP and SERNA.
The construction and maintenance of infrastructure must contemplate the effects of climate change, with the aim of reducing its impact and extending the useful life of the works, especially those that are most used. It is estimated that the useful life of infrastructure and urban constructions is 70 years, since it is very likely that the existing infrastructure will have to operate in different climatic conditions in the coming decades.
Road networks and energy facilities, ports and airports generate economic competitiveness and attract new investment: businesses and distribution networks depend on infrastructure to be able to produce and distribute goods, both in local and global markets. When damaged, companies incur losses, reduce their production and processing capacity, which often leads to mass layoffs of workers.
In Honduras, road infrastructure is practically non-existent in rural areas, especially on the Caribbean Coast. In many places, roads are not paved and are only passable in the dry period. Instead, a part of the road network is in danger of flooding: the roads with the greatest risk are in the plain of the rivers in the Aguan Valley, the Atlantic coastal plain, the Sula Valley, the Choluteca Valley and the Pacific coastal plains.
According to different analyses, in the coming years greater investment in infrastructure will be required than has been made at any time in the past, due to the actions of climate change.
Seasonal Effects on Storage and Handling |
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Activity Type |
Time Frame |
Comments / Details |
Storage |
From May to November |
Moisture and spread of pests in food. |
Handling |
N/A |
N/A |
Other |
N/A |
N/A |
Capacity and Contacts for In-Country Emergency Response
GOVERNMENT
The Ministry of National Contingency and Risk Management of Honduras, is an entity created to coordinate public and private organizations regarding disasters and is within the framework of the National Risk Management System of the Republic of Honduras.
In 2009, Decree No. 151-2009 approved the Law on the National Risk Management System (SINAGER). That aims to create the System and constitute the legal framework for the country to develop the capacity to prevent and reduce the risks of potential disasters, in addition to preparing for the response and recovery of damages caused by natural phenomena or those generated by human activities. Both the Law and the Regulations provide for the participation of representatives of various institutions and public and private organizations that, in collaboration and under the coordination of COPECO, are actively involved at the time of emergency response, developing their functions in the competent aspects of the organization they represent. The State Policy for Integral Risk Management of Honduras (PEGIR), approved by Executive Decree NoPCM-051-2013 on October 22, 2013, constitutes the guiding framework. The PEGIR is aimed at conducting the development of processes of strengthening and inter-institutional coordination that contribute to the operation and quality in compliance with the regulatory, financial, plans, national, regional, municipal strategies mediated by the integral risk management that includes the various sectors and at the territorial level, so that they impact these actions in the reduction of conditions of vulnerability for human security. goods and the territorial environment. Similarly, the organizations that are part of the System have in their different legal instruments specific provisions regarding their participation in the response to emergencies and disasters.
There is an early warning system that allows the population to be informed in a timely manner, using mechanisms that activate prevention and response plans.
The National Commissioner of the Ministry of National Contingency and Risk Management of Honduras "COPECO" will declare the states of alert (national, regional and departmental) by means of an agreement, with the support of the information generated by a Scientific Technical Committee (in the case of natural phenomena) and will be disseminated with the purpose that the population and the institutions adopt the specific actions before the situation that arises. present.
COEN Functional Organization Chart
Decision-making at the National Emergency Operations Center is based on:
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List
HUMANITARIAN COMMUNITY
Humanitarian coordination in Honduras has been established in accordance with the operational model proposed by the United Nations System as of December 3, 2020.
It is composed of the different actors with a presence in the country and includes, at the strategic and operational levels, the Humanitarian Team, the national authorities represented by COPECO, the sectoral tables established or to be established. These include Education in Emergencies, Food Security, Health, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Temporary Shelter, Shelter Coordination and Management, and Protection, which in turn includes the Child Protection and Gender-Based Sexual Violence subgroups.
Its structure includes the cross-cutting issues of gender, human rights, and cash transfers. Additionally, local coordination teams in Valle de Sula, Copan, Gracias a Dios and Santa Bárbara.
National Coordination Structure
Sectors have designated focal points to facilitate coordination at the national level.
Sector |
Organization |
Focus |
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Water, Sanitation and Hygiene |
UNICEF |
Gerson Urtecho gurtecho@unicef.org |
Emergency Accommodation |
IFRC |
Lilia Blades coord1.honduras@sheltercluster.org - coord.americas@sheltercluster.org |
Shelter Coordination and Management |
IOM |
Lourdes Ardón lardon@iom.int |
Multisectoral Coordination |
OCHA |
Erlin Palma palmae@un.org |
Education |
UNICEF/Save the Children |
Alejandro López alejandro.lopezsalgado@savethechildren.org |
Logistics |
LDC |
Tania Ochoa tania.ochoa@wfp.org |
Protection |
UNHCR |
Lina Castro castrovi@unhcr.org |
Child Protection |
UNICEF |
Francisco Urbina furbina@unicef.org |
Gender-based violence |
UNFPA |
Ambar Assaf assaf@unfpa.org |
Bless you |
OPS-OMS |
Alex Padilla padillaale@paho.org |
Sexual and Reproductive Health |
UNFPA |
Silvia Padilla spadilla@unfpa.org |
Food safety |
WFP-FAO |
Hector Cruz hector.cruz@wfp.org |
Nutrition |
UNICEF |
Cintia Paguada cpaguada@unicef.org |
Early Recovery |
UNDP |
Astrid Mejia astrid.mejia@undp.org |
Coordination structure in Valle de Sula
Sectors have designated focal points to facilitate coordination at the national level.
For the Sula Valley this is the list of responsible:
Sector |
Organization |
Focus |
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Bless you |
PAHO-WHO |
TBD |
Sexual and Reproductive Health |
UNFPA |
Jose Zepeda jzepeda@unfpa.org |
Food safety |
WFP-FAO |
TBD |
Water, sanitation and hygiene |
UNICEF |
Gerson Urtecho gurtecho@unicef.org |
Protection |
UNHCR |
Jacopo Sarti Widell sarti@unhcr.org |
Gender-based violence |
UNFPA |
TBC |
Child Protection |
UNICEF |
TBD |
Shelter coordination and management |
OIM |
Carlos Galindo cgalindo@iom.int |
Education |
UNICEF |
Ever Alvarenga ever.alvarenga@savethechildren.org |
Emergency accommodation |
IFRC / Global Communities |
coord1.honduras@sheltercluster.org - Lilia Blades coord.americas@sheltercluster.org |
Multisectoral Coordination |
OCHA |
Maria Puerto / Erlin Palma palmae@un.org |
Local Coordination Contacts in Santa Barbara
Jose Luis Pineda, COPECO, 99267484 josepinal1986@gmail.com
Alex Dario Ribera, ADASBA, 99341395 adasbalex@gmail.com
Elsa Lourdes Díaz, Executive Director of ADASBA. Phone: 3161-2671 adasba.honduras@gmail.com
For more information on humanitarian agency contact details, please see the following link: 4.2 Humanitarian Agency Contact List
Honduras - 1.2 Regulatory Departments and Quality Control
Honduras is a State governed by the rule of law, sovereign, constituted as a free, democratic and independent Republic to ensure its inhabitants the enjoyment of justice, freedom, culture, economic and social well-being.
Honduras is a Republic governed by a Constitution for the first time on December 11,1825, this establishes the "three powers" of the State, without relationship of subordination between them.
The Legislative Power is exercised by the National Congress through 128 deputies who are elected by suffrage. They meet in ordinary sessions in the capital of the republic since January 25. Among its attributions are create, decree, interpret, reform and repeal existing laws.
The Judicial Power has the power to impart justice in the towns, free of charge on behalf of the state by magistrate and judges. It is composed of the Supreme Court of Justice, the courts of appeal and the courts by law.
The Executive Power is exercised by the President of the Republic, representing it for the benefit of the population. The President of the Republic and three presidential appointees shall be elected in an organized and direct manner by the people.
RENTAL ADMINISTRATION SERVICE - SAR
It is a decentralized entity attached to the Presidency of the Republic, with functional, technical, administrative and national security autonomy, with its own legal personality, responsible for the control, verification, inspection and collection of taxes, with authority and competence at the national level and domiciled in the Capital of the Republic. Created by legislative decree 170-2016, article 195.
SECRETARY OF FINANCE - SEFIN
It exercises the function of governing and supervising entity of the assets of the State, in terms of the acts of acquisition, disposal, conservation, registration and control of all its assets, in correspondence and collaboration with the Comptroller Agencies of the Public Sector, for the achievement of the adequate and efficient administration.
Listed below are the main entities that exercise control over specific issues such as taxes and customs, food and drug surveillance, transportation, agriculture, mining, etc.
SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE AND LIVESTOCK – SAG
It is the authorized body, for the quality control of the product of animal or vegetable origin and who establishes the requirements in the process of export and import of products.
Its objective is to ensure that national agricultural production is competitive, sustainable and with the capacity to insert itself into the international economy, responding to the needs of the domestic market and integrating into a scheme of human, social and environmental development, based on self-management, community participation, the gender equity approach and the sustainable management of natural resources.
HONDURAS CUSTOMS ADMINISTRATION - DARA
It is the competent administrative body to deal directly with the international traffic of goods, to control and control their passage through the customs borders of the country, to apply the legislation of customs regimes, to determine the taxes to which goods are subject, to control the exemptions granted in legal form and to fulfill the other functions established by law. Chapter I, Customs Law of the Republic of Honduras Decree No. 212-87.
HEALTH REGULATORY AGENCY - ARSA
It is responsible for the supervision, review, verification, control, surveillance and supervision of compliance with legal, technical and administrative regulations of establishments, suppliers, products and services of health interest and those that carry out activities or practice behaviors that affect or may have an impact on the Health of the Population, and the regulation, granting, renewal, modification, suspension or cancellation of registrations, permits, licenses, certifications and other sanitary authorizations.
NATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY SERVICE - SENASA
Responsible for the design, direction, coordination and execution of animal health and plant health programs, issuing rules to guide public and private actions in these matters. To this end, it is responsible for the application of sanitary standards and procedures for the import and export of agricultural products, including the diagnosis and epidemiological surveillance of pests and diseases, the quarantine control of import and export products, the coordination of phyto-animal health programs and campaigns, and the coordination of the different activities related to agricultural health.
The Secretariat of Agriculture and Livestock SAG, through SENASA, is responsible for the organization, execution and control of the authorization of professionals, laboratories, companies for sanitary and phytosanitary programs or actions in the country.
INTERNATIONAL REGIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR AGRICULTURAL HEALTH - OIRSA
It is an intergovernmental institution specialized in the areas of animal health, plant health, quarantine services and food safety. OIRSA was founded in 1953 to provide technical and financial cooperation to the Ministries and Secretariats of Agriculture and Livestock of its member states, in the protection and development of their agricultural resources. This is to ensure healthy and safe food production.
The objective of this body is to support the efforts of Member States to achieve the development of their Animal Health, Plant Health plans and the strengthening of Quarantine Systems. The member states are: Mexico, Belize (joined in 1996), Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama and Dominican Republic (joined in 2003).
Honduras - 1.3 Customs Information
Transit Regime
The usual red/yellow/green channel is established. Unprocessed agricultural products will also be inspected by the quarantine office – even if classified as green channel by customs. Documentation should be prepared in advance and be submitted at the earliest moment possible.
There are substantial delays in the import process at Puerto Cortes due to complicated formalities and lack of co-operation of the parties involved - e.g.: A container with unprocessed food requires a combined inspection of customs and quarantine. OPC has to allocate the container at one of the inspection sites. If one official is not present, the container is trucked back to the yard at the expense of the receiving party and the agent has to apply for a new inspection date.
Not all ports are allowed to handle rice – import is restricted to select border crossings (currently only the customs offices at Toncontin in Tegucigalpa, Puerto Cortés and Guasaule [border with El Salvador close to San Lorenzo] are authorised to handle the customs procedures for unprocessed rice).
Customs processes might be completely omitted, if a national emergency has been declared by the government and the relief cargo is consigned to the national contingency organisation COPECO.
The custom’s authority of Honduras employs an entire department to assess the risk associated with each import shipment. Criteria are:
· Type of commodity
· origin of product
· quality of submitted documentation
· professionalism of agency
· trustworthiness of importer.
Currently only the customs offices at Toncontin in Tegucigalpa, Puerto Cortés and Guasaule (border with El Salvador close to San Lorenzo are authorised to handle the customs procedures for rice.
The phone network at the central customs office at Tegucigalpa was not operating at the time of compiling this report (08/2016). The offices can be contacted by mail, though.
Honduras - 2 Logistics Infrastructure
Honduras - 2.1 Port Assessment
Assessed in 08/2016 by Capt. Wolf Lampe, Consultant seconded by BLG LOGISTICS, Bremen, Germany.
The principal port of Honduras is Puerto Cortes (approx. 400 vessels/a). Puerto Castilla (approx. 45 vessels/a) and San Lorenzo (approx. 40 vessels/a) have significantly less throughput. La Ceiba and Tela are cabotage ports used by small embarkations (fishing vessels, very small freighters) only. The passenger jetty of Tela was not assessed. Neither were the small cabotage and tourist ports on the Roatan and the surrounding islands. Lempira was covered due to its strategic position in the otherwise isolated area of Mosquitia Coast.
The assessment mission included the El Salvadorian port of La Union, situated a few kilometres across the border in the Gulf of Fonseca (see LCA El Salvador at logcluster.org). This port is to be considered an option to San Lorenzo if the need to bring in large quantities of relief cargo into Honduras using the Pacific coast arises.
Honduras - 2.1.1 port of Puerto Cortés
Port Overview
Puerto Cortés is handling containers, dry bulk and liquid bulk as well as small amounts of general cargo.
The existing container terminal suffers from an unsuitable layout (long, narrow shape), bureaucratic procedures and – as one of the results of ports procedures a high volume of internal movements generated by the need to open containers for inspection. This checking process has to be coordinated by the agency between operator allocating the container at the inspection site, customs and quarantine (veterinary/agriculture) inspectors. The two governmental agencies have to be present at the same time.
The dry bulk terminal is operated in a professional way by Terminal Especializada de Honduras. Constraints are the low berthing priority of bulk vessels, limited berth space due to reduced availability of new berth and use of berth for ENP-activities as import of liquid bulk (Molasses).
Import of grain by truck (currently no sacking facilities are used).
Port website: http://www.enp.hn/web/puerto-cortes.html
Very basic port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com, http://ports.com, http://www.worldportsource.com/ , we recommend www.marinetraffic.com to get an idea of what kind of vessels is using the port.
PORT LOCATION & CONTACT |
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Country: |
Honduras |
Province or District: |
Cortés |
Town or City: (Nearest location with distance from port) |
Puerto Cortés |
Port's Complete Name: |
Puerto Cortés |
Latitude: |
N 15° 50’ 37” |
Longitude: |
W 087° 56’ 47” |
Managing Company or Port Authority: (If more than one operator, break down by area of operation) |
Port Authority: Empresa Nacional Portuaria Solid Bulk: Terminal Especializada de Honduras Container: Operadora Portuaria Centroamericana |
Management Contact Person: |
Terminal Especializada de Honduras: Rafael Ruiz Operadora Portuaria Centroamericana: Valmir Araujo |
Nearest Airport and Airlines: (Airlines with frequent international arrivals/departures) |
San Pedro Sula at a distance of 66 km |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Terminal Especializada de Honduras (TEH), a private operator, is handling solid bulk at and around berth 3b. Operadora Portuaria Centroamericana (OPC), also a private operator, is handling containers at berth 5.
Port Performance
Terminal Especializada de Honduras (TEH) has installed 5 silos with a capacity of 8,000 t each close to berth 3b for the short-term storage of organic solid bulk (maize, soya, throughput approx. 120,000 t/a). The silos are connected to the berth by 2 conveyor belts. Cargo is discharged with grabs and chutes owned by TEH and mobile cranes or vessel’s gear (whatever is faster) onto the conveyor belts and/or directly onto trucks.
Non-organic bulk (fertilizer, industrial salt and carbon, throughput approx. 80,000 t/a) is loaded onto trucks and can be stored in a warehouse with 20,000 t capacity and a temporary warehouse with 4,000 t capacity.
The Construction of berth 3a is almost completed and already used for bulk operations using ship’s gear and trucks. Berth 4 is also used for bulk operations when available.
Bulk vessels have a medium turnaround time of 4 days including waiting time for berth space and the obligatory tugboats. The higher priority of fuel causes delays as liquid bulk is handled also on berth 3. The higher priority of fuel and containers affects the availability of tugs and berthing space.
The offices of Empresa Nacional Portuaria are generally open between 07:00 and 16:00 hrs, on Fridays between 07:30 and 14:30 hrs.
SEASONAL CONSTRAINTS |
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Yes / No |
From <month> to <month> |
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Rainy Season |
May – Oct., impact on discharge operation caused by the accompanying strong winds |
|
Major Import Campaigns |
- |
|
Other INSERT OTHER CONSTRAINT(S) IF REQUIRED |
June to Nov., hurricane season, main hurricane season starting September |
HANDLING FIGURES 2015 |
|
Vessel Calls: |
1,633 |
Container Traffic: (TEUs) |
623,776 |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk |
2015 |
Bulk (MT) |
3,000,700 |
Break bulk (MT) |
1,085,200 |
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
Conventional Berth |
1 |
250m |
12.00 m |
not fit for the use of mobile cranes |
Container Berth |
1 |
550m |
10.50 m |
|
Silo Berth |
1 |
200m |
11.50m |
|
Berthing Tugs |
4 |
2 tugs required for berthing – 1 tug for vessels with bow truster |
||
Water Barges |
fresh water available through pipeline |
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
berth 4 |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
berth 4 |
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
berth 5 |
Other Imports |
liquid bulk |
Port Handling Equipment
Is the port equipment managed by the government or privately? Port handling equipment is owned and operated privately. Conditions vary.
Equipment |
Available (Yes / No) |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
Dockside Crane |
no |
||
Container Gantries |
yes |
1 |
40 tons |
Mobile Cranes |
yes |
5 |
1 Gottwaldt (40 tons under the spreader, 70 tons under the hook) Additional mobile cranes used for dry bulk operations |
Reachstacker |
yes |
4 |
|
RoRo Tugmaster (w/ Trailer) |
yes |
varying |
|
Grain Elevator w/ Bagging Machines |
yes, no bagging machines |
1 |
|
Transtainer |
no |
||
Forklifts |
yes |
2 forklifts (6 and 8 tons capacity) |
Container Facilities
The existing container terminal suffers from an unsuitable layout (long, narrow shape prolonging the internal transport distances) and a high volume of internal movements generated by the need to open containers for inspection. This checking process has to be coordinated by the agency between operator allocating the container at the inspection site, customs and quarantine (veterinary / agriculture) inspectors. The two governmental agencies have to be present at the same time. Co-ordination of the inspections is reported to be suboptimal. Import delays for containers vary widely depending on contents, quality of documentation and general circumstances – up to 30 days are reported, routine operations take 10 to 15 days.
Fumigated containers can not be moved on for the next 72 hours.
The planned port extension will provide a more suitable topography.
Facilities |
20/40 ft |
Container Facilities Available |
75,000 m² |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
outside port |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
4,000m² |
Other Capacity Details |
- |
Daily Take Off Capacity (Containers per day) |
approx 250 cont./day |
Number of Reefer Stations (connection points) |
1800 plugs |
Emergency Take-off Capacity (Give an indication) |
- |
Off take capacity of gang shift (in Containers per shift) |
- |
Customs Guidance
The usual red/yellow/green channel is established. Unprocessed agricultural products will also be inspected by the quarantine office – even if classified as green channel by customs.
There are substantial delays in the import process at Puerto Cortes which call for a separate assessment of regulations, activities, formalities and co-operation of the parties involved. E.g.: co-ordination of container inspection between customs, quarantine and OPC (allocating the containers at the inspection site) is reported to be suboptimal.
In an emergency scenario the government will facilitate Import of relief cargo by presidential decree. Customs processes might be completely omitted, if the goods are consigned to the national contingency organisation COPECO.
Terminal Information
Multipurpose Terminal
Berth 4 is used for general cargo operations and situated next to the port’s largest warehouse. Cargo is generally moved with vessel’s gear.
Grain and Bulk Handling
Terminal Especializada de Honduras (TEH) has installed 5 silos with a capacity of 8,000 t each close to berth 3b for the short-term storage of organic solid bulk (maize, soya, throughput approx. 120,000 t/a). The silos are connected to the berth by 2 conveyor belts. Cargo is discharged with grabs and chutes owned by TEH and mobile cranes or vessel’s gear (whatever is faster) onto the conveyor belts and/or directly onto trucks.
Non-organic bulk (fertilizer, industrial salt and carbon, throughput approx. 80,000 t/a) is loaded onto trucks and can be stored in a warehouse with 20,000 t capacity and a temporary warehouse with 4,000 t capacity.
The Construction of berth 3a is almost completed and already used for bulk operations using ship’s gear and trucks. Berth 4 is also used for bulk operations when available.
At the time of the assessment no bagging equipment was available.
Main Storage Terminal
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Area (square meters) |
Bagged Cargo |
see General cargo |
|
Refrigerated Cargo |
none |
|
General Cargo |
bodega 4 |
5,000 |
Stevedoring
Stevedoring is supplied by the port operators.
Hinterland Information
All cargo is trucked out of the port. Road to San Pedro Sula (60 km) and Tegucigalpa (320 km) in good condition.
Port Security
Level of port security can be described as normal.
Security |
||
ISPS Compliant (Yes / No) |
yes |
|
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional |
Police Boats |
1 |
|
Fire Engines |
Honduras - 2.1.2 Port of La Ceiba
Port Overview
Located in the bordering areas of the Gulf of Honduras, the Port of La Ceiba stands out mainly for the enormous variety of agricultural products it receives.
The small Port of La Ceiba serves small shallow draft coastal vessels that trade with the Bay Islands (Roatan) and La Mosquitia. The ships enter without pilot assistance through a channel of min. 4.2 m deep. Currently the entire warehouse space is used.
Tourism is another main source of income for this port city. Apart from the commercial activity that flows through this port, there is also a maritime service between this city and Roatan that docks at the cabotage dock of these facilities. It has several services such as loading and unloading, storage warehouses, berth and a wide access channel. It has a wide area for possible future expansion of 8,800 m2.
You can also find information about key ports at: http://www.maritime-database.com
Port Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Honduras |
Province or District |
Atlantida |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
La Ceiba 5.2 km |
Full port name |
Port of La Ceiba |
Latitude |
15.79250° |
Longitude |
-86.76194° |
Management Company or Port Authority
|
National Port Company |
Management Level Contact Person |
Hector Knight |
Nearest airports with frequent international arrivals/departures |
Goloson International Airport (Air Transat, Cayman Airways, Sunwing Airlines, Aerolineas Sosa) |
Port Performance
Seasonal limitations |
||
---|---|---|
|
Yes/No |
Period |
Rainy season |
Yes |
From May to November |
High import season |
N/A |
|
Other Comments |
June to November is hurricane season; The most critical time begins in September. |
Bulk cargo and loose cargo figures 2021 |
|
---|---|
Bulk (mt) |
N/A |
Loose charge (mt) |
800 |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For more information on port fees and charges, please consult the following link: https://www.opc.hn/lib/PDF/Tarifario-OPC-01-enero-2023%20NM.pdf
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
Conventional spring |
|
225 |
3.5 |
With dredging project it is expected to reach 5 meters deep |
Honduras - 2.1.3 Port of Puerto Castilla
Port Overview
Located on the north coast of Honduras, the Port of Puerto Castilla was originally established as a shipping location for United Fruit Company. However, currently the port is mainly used as a container terminal for fruit produced by Dole Food Company. A naval base is also located in this small port town.
You can also find information about key ports at: http://www.maritime-database.com
Port Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Honduras |
Province or District |
Colon |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Trujillo 19 km |
Full port name |
Puerto Castilla |
Latitude |
15.89083º |
Longitude |
-86.01444º |
Management Company or Port Authority |
National Port Company |
Management Level Contact Person |
N/A |
Nearest airports with frequent international arrivals/departures |
Juan Manuel Galvez
|
Port Performance
The port has a cargo capacity of around 104 TEUs and the main export products are fruits, palm oil and bananas. It handles 576 tons of cargo and around 68 container ships a year. The port is close to African palm oil plantations and could soon become the main oil export port.
Seasonal limitations |
||
---|---|---|
|
Yes/No |
Period |
Rainy season |
Yes |
From May to November |
High import season |
N/A |
|
Traffic figures for 2021 |
|
---|---|
Ship calls |
154 |
Container traffic (TEUs) |
102,246 |
Bulk cargo and loose cargo figures 2021 |
|
---|---|
Bulk (mt) |
347,439 |
Loose charge (mt) |
727,186 |
Handling type |
Total landing (thousands of mt) |
Total shipment (thousands of mt) |
Total |
---|---|---|---|
General Cargo |
4.55 |
0 |
4.55 |
Container |
191.76 |
471.82 |
663.58 |
Liquid Bulk |
6.85 |
340.59 |
347.44 |
Solid Bulk |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Other |
56.80 |
2.27 |
59.06 |
Ro-Ro |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Total |
1,074.63 |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For more information on port fees and charges, please consult the following link: https://www.opc.hn/lib/PDF/Tarifario-OPC-01-enero-2023%20NM.pdf
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Conventional Berth |
1 |
225 |
12 |
|
||
Container dock |
N/A |
|
|
|
||
Bulk dock |
N/A |
|
|
|
||
Berthing Tugs |
|
|
|
There are no tugboats, so ships must use their own equipment to load and unload tanks and containers. |
||
Water Barges |
N/A |
|
|
|
Port Handling Equipment
Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
Quay crane |
No |
|
|
Container crane |
No |
|
|
Mobile cranes |
No |
|
|
Forklift for containers (Reachstacker) |
Yes |
|
|
Tractors for RoRo (Tugmaster / with head) |
N/A |
|
|
Grain elevator with packing machines |
N/A |
|
|
Transtainer |
N/A |
|
|
Freight elevator |
N/A |
|
|
Terminal Information
MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL
The Port has 2 warehouses with open sides of 3,000 m² each and provides services to bulk carriers, crackers, conventional and container ships. For storage it offers 6 tanks with a capacity of 42,000 gallons.
Honduras - 2.1.4 Port of Lempira
Port Overview
The Port of Lempira, situated at the southern shore of the Caratasca lagoon is the largest settlement in the area and serves as point of entry for goods to be distributed in the eastern part of the department of Mosquitia. Vessels calling at Lempira have to pass the shallow passage from open sea into the Lagoon, which limits the size of vessel used to landing crafts and coastal vessels (actually comparable to medium sized fishing vessels) up to 50 m length, with a load capacity up to approx. 150 t.
The passage into the lagoon shifts constantly, a boat sounding the water depth will guide the vessel through the channel. Daylight and a relatively calm sea is necessary for the manoeuvre, the vessel’s draught is limited to 2.4 m at low tide (tide is given to be 0.5 to 0.75 m).
If the vessel’s draught exceeds this limit and weather permits, lightering will take place at anchor outside the lagoon.
Unloading takes place:
- At anchorage close to Lempira’s small boat and passenger jetty (N 15° 16’ 10”, W 083° 46’ 07”). Cargo is man-hauled into boats and landed.
- At the small roro-jetty at La Piur (N 15° 12’ 20, W 083° 46’ 05”), 15 km out of town towards the South situated in the Laguna Wahanta. A barrier limits the entry to 2,1 m draught.
- The channel south of Kaukira (N 15° 18’ 55”, W 083° 35’ 33”).
At Piur and Kaukira vessels equipped with cranes (currently 2 vessels of the vessels calling Lempira) can use these to lift heavier items ashore. Cargo is mostly transported onward on the extensive network of lagoons, channels and rivers, weather permitting also along the coastline. Sea-going fishing boats, propelled by outboard engines, can carry up to 1.5 to of cargo. Larger boats are also used. A dirt track connects Lempira to some inland settlements and to the border with Nicaragua – though there is currently no bridge crossing the Rio Coco.
Small warehouses or warehouse space can be rented from local traders at Lempira and Kaukira, WFP is using a temporary structure at Lempira.
No website, no key port information is currently supplied by maritime internet sources.
PORT LOCATION & CONTACT |
|
---|---|
Country: |
Honduras |
Province or District: |
Gracias A Díos |
Town or City: (Nearest location with distance from port) |
Lempira |
Port's Complete Name: |
Puerto Lempira |
Latitude: |
N 10° 16’ 04” |
Longitude: |
W 83° 46’ 15” |
Managing Company or Port Authority: (If more than one operator, break down by area of operation) |
Dirección General de Marina Mercante |
Management Contact Person: |
Jorge Martinez |
Nearest Airports |
|
International (Airlines): |
Tegucigalpa – Toncontin Airport (United etc.), La Ceiba – Goloson Airport, San Pedro Sula – Ramon Villeda Morales Airport |
National: |
1.5 km long runway in Lempira, not paved |
Military, other Runways: |
- |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
WFP and UNDP maintain local representatives.
Port Performance
Of the three discharging sites, operations at Puerto Lempira are the most basic. Very small scale operations, depending on vessel’s gear, landing crafts and manual labour.
SEASONAL CONSTRAINTS |
||
---|---|---|
Yes / No |
From <month> to <month> |
|
Rainy Season |
yes |
May – Oct., impact on discharge operation caused by the accompanying strong winds |
Major Import Campaigns |
no |
|
Other INSERT OTHER CONSTRAINT(S) IF REQUIRED |
yes |
June to Nov., hurricane season, main hurricane season starting September |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
There are only negligible port charges. Man-hauling cargo is usually charged per item to the vessel, loading and discharging cost are included in the transport cost payable to the shipping company.
Berthing Specifications
The approach to the loading/discharging sites is restricted by the lagoon entrances: Laguna de Caratasca 2.5 m for Lempira and Kaukira, 2.1 m to approach El Piur.
Tide is given 0.5 to 0.75 m.
General Cargo Handling Berths
None.
Port Handling Equipment
Is the port equipment managed by the government or privately?
None.
Container Facilities
None.
Customs Guidance
Import cargo are usually transhipped from another port of entry in Honduras (usually La Ceiba), customs are cleared there. There is, however, a local customs office, office hours Monday to Thursday 09:00 to 16:00 hrs, Friday 09:00 to 15:00 hrs.
Terminal Information
Multipurpose Terminal
No Multipurpose Terminal existing.
Main Storage Terminal
No Main Storage Terminal existing. WFP is maintaining a provisional storage at Lempira’s military compound, warehouse space can be rented from local traders.
Stevedoring
Facilitated by the vessel’s owner.
Hinterland Information
Special consideration should be given to the availability of outboard engine fuel in the Gracias a Díos department. The communities along the beach, the rivers and channels are accessed by outboard-driven boat. Consequently sufficient quantities of fuel should be stored at all times to enable the onward transport from Puerto Lempira - using lagoons, rivers and channels - which depends on small boats and launches.
Unpaved roads lead to the border with Nicaragua (currently no bridges in existence, trading with Leimus reported) and Mocarón
Port Security
All loading and discharging activities are overseen by the military.
Honduras - 2.1.5 Port of San Lorenzo
Port Overview
The Port of San Lorenzo is located in the southern part of Honduras, in a region close to the coastal areas of the Gulf of Fonseca. One of the main characteristics of this port is that it is a benchmark in terms of shrimp, all kinds of dairy products and also vegetable oils. The different products that arrive at the seaports of Honduras such as the Port of San Lorenzo greatly facilitate the use of this material by local industries.
The services offered at the port are tugboat, that normally accompanies the ship approximately half a mile from the dock and is mandatory; services for the vessels such as port rights, navigation aid, berthing, unberthing, mooring, practice, water service, fuel, security. Cargo services are stowage, unloading, hauling, transfer, receiving and storage.
Port website: www.enp.hn
You can also find information about key ports at: http://www.maritime-database.com
Port Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Honduras |
Province or District |
Valle |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
San Lorenzo 17.9 km |
Full port name |
Port of San Lorenzo or Port of Henecán |
Latitude |
13.40000° |
Longitude |
-87.42500° |
Management Company or Port Authority |
National Port Company |
Management Level Contact Person |
Edwing Bertin Canales |
Nearest airports with frequent international arrivals/departures |
Palmerola International Airport (XPL) United, American Airlines, Copa. Avianca, Spirit Airlines, KLM. Air France, CM Airlines. |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
National port company, has focused on the recovery process trying to achieve optimal levels in the provision of services, by strengthening its productive capacity, formulating projects that contribute to improving the competitiveness of the economy, being the link in the logistics chain of international maritime trade in the country.
For more information on port contacts, please refer to the following link: Headquarters staff will enter a link here to section 4.4 Contact list of port and river companies.
Port performance
The port exceeds more than 1.05 million tons per year. Among these products, some stand out, such as pitch pine, which has traditionally become one of the most exported products of the Honduran industry.
Traffic figures for 2021 |
|
---|---|
Ship calls |
188 |
Container traffic (TEUs) |
25,414 |
Bulk cargo and loose cargo figures 2021 |
|
---|---|
Bulk (mt) |
612,300 |
Loose charge (mt) |
744,530 |
Handling type |
Total landing (thousands of mt) |
Total shipment (thousands of mt) |
Total |
---|---|---|---|
General Cargo |
553.64 |
0 |
553.64 |
Container |
100.13 |
33.51 |
133.64 |
Liquid Bulk |
497.80 |
61.67 |
559.48 |
Solid Bulk |
29.22 |
23.60 |
52.82 |
Other |
2.92 |
20.89 |
23.81 |
Ro-Ro |
33.46 |
0 |
33.46 |
Total |
1,356.83 |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For more information on port fees and charges, please consult the following link: https://www.opc.hn/lib/PDF/Tarifario-OPC-01-enero-2023%20NM.pdf
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum draft (m) |
Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
Conventional Berth |
1 |
300 |
10 |
Pier in a "T" shape 40 and 25 meters wide with an access bridge 160 meters long and 15 meters wide. |
Container Berth |
1 |
300 |
10 |
|
Silo Berth |
1 |
300 |
10 |
|
Berthing Tugs |
1 |
|
|
|
Water Barges |
N/A |
|
|
|
General Cargo Handling Berths
In Port of San Lorenzo the loads are handled mechanically. The availability and use of docks may vary depending on port operators and the needs of the trade at the specific time. It is recommended to contact port authorities or operators directly for information on available docks and cargo handling services for imports and cargo packed at the port.
Type of cargo |
Dock identification |
---|---|
Imports – Packed cargo |
Pier A and B |
Exports - Packed cargo |
Pier A and B
|
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
Pier A and B |
Other Imports |
|
Port Handling Equipment
The management of port equipment in Port of San Lorenzo is essential to ensure the efficiency and safety of port operations. Port handling equipment includes forklifts and other equipment that is used to load and unload ships, move containers and other equipment around the port. Effective management of this equipment is essential to ensure that port operations are carried out safely and efficiently.
Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
Dockside Crane |
No |
|
|
Container Gantries |
No |
|
|
Mobile Cranes |
No |
|
|
Reachstacker |
Yes |
1 |
Kilter |
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) |
Yes |
4 |
Good condition, regular use |
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines |
No |
|
|
Transtainer |
No |
|
|
Freight elevator |
Yes |
1 |
Kilter |
Container Facilities
The Port of San Lorenzo has lost competitiveness in recent years. At present the loading and unloading of containers can only be carried out with the cranes of the ships.
Facilities |
20 ft/ 40 ft |
---|---|
Availability for container handling |
Yes |
Container Handling Station (CFS) |
Yes |
Station for refrigerated containers |
Yes |
Other details about facilities |
N/A |
Daily load capacity (Containers per Day) |
120 |
Number of stations for refrigerated containers (Connection points) |
2 |
Load capacity in Emergency |
N/A |
Load capacity of crews per shift (Containers per Shift) |
12 people/ 120 Containers |
Customs Guidance
Customs clearance procedures at the Port of San Lorenzo in Honduras are overseen by the Honduran Customs Administration, also known as the Dirección Adjunta de Rentas Aduanas. Below you will find a general guide on customs clearance procedures for imports and exports at the port:
-
Obtain the necessary permits and licenses: Before you can import or export goods from Honduras, it may be necessary to obtain permits and licenses from various government agencies, depending on the type of goods being shipped. These may include the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of the Environment, among others.
-
Submit import/export documentation: Once all necessary permits and licenses have been obtained, the importer or exporter must submit all required import/export documentation to the SAR. This documentation includes the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and other relevant documents.
-
Pay customs duties and taxes: The importer or exporter is responsible for paying all customs duties and taxes associated with the shipment. These fees may include import duties, value-added tax (VAT), excise duties and other fees.
-
Cargo Inspection: SAR can inspect cargo to ensure compliance with all import/export regulations and to verify the accuracy of the documentation submitted.
-
Cargo Release: Once all necessary customs duties and taxes have been paid and the cargo has been inspected, SAR will issue a release order allowing the cargo to be cleared for entry into or exit from the port. It is important to note that customs clearance procedures can be complex and may vary depending on the specific nature of the goods being imported or exported. Importers and exporters are advised to work with a licensed customs broker or freight forwarder to ensure compliance with all regulations and facilitate a smooth customs clearance process.
For more information about customs in Honduras, see the following link: https://www.aduanas.gob.hn/
Terminal Information
GRAIN AND BULK HANDLING
Ship rigging is used when loading or unloading goods to/from the ship, including containers. The ENP has one or two terminal tractors and a front loader in the yard for handling containerized cargo. Here the ENP is the monopoly in the cargo handling operation. There is no private participation in the ground cargo handling involvement.
MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL
The port has four warehouses for a total storage of 8,500 m2 and a molasses tank with a capacity of 1,060,000 gallons. The uncovered areas amount to 46,000 m2 to store machinery and equipment.
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Area (m2) |
---|---|---|
Packed cargo |
N/A |
|
Refrigerated cargo |
50 |
|
General Cargo |
N/A |
|
Port Security
Current protection measures include surveillance and monitoring systems through security cameras, access controls for staff and visitors, and security protocols for the handling of dangerous goods. Likewise, the port has security personnel trained to respond quickly to emergency situations and safeguard the integrity of the facilities.
Safety |
|
---|---|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
Current ISPS level (Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional) |
1 |
Police boats |
Yes |
Fire trucks |
No |
Honduras - 2.1.6 El Salvador Port of La Union
The non operative port of La Union offers high potential as an alternative or additional container terminal serving the South of Honduras:
2.1.2 El Salvador Port of La Unión
Honduras - 2.2 Aviation
The aviation sector in Honduras is supervised and regulated by the General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC), which is the authority responsible for the administration and regulation of civil aviation in the country. The DGAC is responsible for ensuring that all air operations comply with the international rules and regulations established by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
Key airport information can also be found at: http://worldaerodata.com/
In Honduras, there are several private companies that offer aviation services, including commercial airlines, aircraft maintenance and repair companies, and ground handling companies. Among the commercial airlines operating in the country are Aerolineas Sosa, CM Airlines and EasySky. These companies offer domestic and international flights to popular destinations in Central America, Mexico, and the United States.
In terms of overall national capacity, Honduras has several airports and airstrips throughout the country. Despite economic and infrastructure challenges, the aviation sector in Honduras has shown sustained growth in recent years. Investment in modernising airport infrastructure and improving the quality of aviation services have contributed significantly to this growth. However, there are still challenges that need to be addressed, such as the need to improve aviation safety and the ability of airports to handle increased air traffic.
For more information on government agency and airport company contact information, please refer to the following links:4.1 Government Contact List and 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List.
Procedures for Foreign Registered Aircraft
To register a foreign aircraft in Honduras, there are several steps that must be followed. First, the owner of the aircraft must apply to the General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC) of Honduras, which is the agency in charge of supervising and regulating civil aviation in the country. The application must include detailed information about the aircraft, such as its serial number, model, make and other relevant technical data. Information about the owner and operator of the aircraft, as well as the purpose of its use in Honduras, must also be provided.
Once the DGAC has received the request and reviewed the information provided, an inspection of the aircraft will be conducted to verify that it meets safety requirements and is in good operating condition. If the aircraft meets Honduran safety standards and requirements, a registration certificate will be issued that will allow it to operate in the country. Importantly, the owner and operator of the aircraft are responsible for complying with all civil aviation safety regulations and standards in Honduras.
Regarding country-specific safety requirements, Honduras follows international standards and regulations established by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), which apply to all aircraft operating in Honduran airspace. In addition, the DGAC of Honduras is responsible for ensuring compliance with these standards and ensuring the safety of civil aviation in the country.
Below is the list of steps required for registration of foreign aircraft:
-
Apply to the General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC) of Honduras.
Provide detailed information about the aircraft, including its serial number, model, make and other relevant technical data.
-
Provide information about the owner and operator of the aircraft, as well as the purpose of its use in Honduras.
-
The DGAC will review the information provided and conduct an inspection of the aircraft to verify that it meets safety requirements and is in good operating condition.
-
If the aircraft meets Honduran safety standards and requirements, a certificate of registration will be issued.
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The owner and operator of the aircraft are responsible for complying with all civil aviation safety regulations and standards in Honduras to operate in the country.
It is important to note that the registration process may vary depending on the individual situation of each aircraft and the purpose of its use in Honduras. Therefore, it is always advisable to check the specific requirements and additional procedures with the DGAC before starting the registration process.
For more information on procedures for foreign-registered aircraft, please refer to the following links from the Agencia Hondureña de Aeronáutica Civil (AHAC):
http://www.ahac.gob.hn/eAIP1/AIP_2321/Eurocontrol/HONDURAS/2023-06-15-AIRAC/html/index-es-ES.html
Honduras - 2.2.1 Palmerola International Airport
Airport Overview
Palmerola International Airport was developed in part of the space occupied by the José Enrique Soto Cano Air Base, headquarters of the United States Joint Task Force Bravo, located 6 kilometers south of the city of Comayagua, in turn about 70 km north of Tegucigalpa. The Airport aims to function as the main international gateway by air to the Honduran capital, thus replacing the current Toncontín Airport, which will only serve national and regional flights, given its operational limitations.
The new passenger terminal has a covered area of almost 40,000 m2 on three levels and has 13 boarding gates (7 with sleeves and 6 for remote positions), 40 check-in counters, 17 self-check-in stations, 34 immigration control posts and 45 commercial premises.
For more information on airport, please see the following link: https://aeropuertointernacionalpalmerola.com/
Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Honduras |
Province or District |
Comayagua |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport |
Comayagua 6 km |
Full name of the airport |
Palmerola International Airport |
Latitude |
14.382222° |
Longitude |
-87.62111° |
Elevation (ft and m) |
2062 ft 628 m |
IATA code |
XPL |
ICAO Code |
MHPR |
Airport Administration or Airport Authority |
Port Authority: Palmerola International Airport S.A de C.V (PIA) |
Management Level Contact Person |
Israel Dávila, Financial and Administrative Manager |
Opening Hours |
24 H |
Closing Hours |
24 H |
Airport Picture
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Main Access
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Hangars
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TW
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Honduras Military Heliport
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Main track
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Honduran Army Platform
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SEI
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USA Base Homes
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Military Heliport USA
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Base Platform USA
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
At Palmerola International Airport, there are various government authorities working to ensure compliance with regulations and ensure the safety and efficiency of air operations. Here are some of the main government authorities that are usually present at an international airport:
General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC)
The DGAC is the entity responsible for the regulation and supervision of civil aviation in Honduras. Among its functions at Palmerola International Airport, are the issuance of licenses and certifications for aeronautical personnel, the approval of flight plans and the implementation of security measures in the airspace.
Honduran Customs
This government entity is responsible for the administration and control of customs operations at the airport. Customs verifies the import and export of goods and merchandise, making sure that the corresponding regulations and taxes are met.
Forest Conservation Institute (ICF)
The ICF has an important role in Palmerola International Airport due to its location in a natural environment. This institution is responsible for the protection and conservation of the environment, ensuring that air operations do not adversely affect the nearby flora and fauna.
Honduran National Police
The National Police has a presence at the airport to ensure the safety of passengers, crews and personnel working at the facilities. They also collaborate in the prevention and response to emergency situations or incidents that may occur in the airport area.
Honduran Migration Authority
This authority is responsible for managing the entry and exit of people through immigration and customs control. They check passengers' documentation, including visas and passports, making sure entry or exit requirements are met.
It is critical that these authorities work in coordination to maintain a safe and efficient environment at Palmerola International Airport, ensuring that passengers and aircraft comply with all regulations and procedures necessary for a successful trip.
For more information on airport contacts, please refer to the following link: 4.5 Airport Company Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Performance for 2022 |
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By Year |
Per Month |
Per Day |
Total Aircraft Movements |
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Total Passengers |
1,700,000 |
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Total Airport Capacity (mt) |
20,000 |
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Current airport activity (mt) |
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Use of Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
N/A |
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Runways
Runway #1 |
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Dimensions |
2,441 x 45 m |
Orientation |
17/35 |
Surface |
Asphalt |
Runway #2 |
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Dimensions |
2,441 x 45 m |
Orientation |
17/35 |
Surface |
Asphalt |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Palmerola International Airport is a passenger terminal of 39,500 m2, with a runway of 2,440 m long, at an altitude of 620 m above sea level. Due to the length of the runway, Class C/D aircraft such as Airbus A320, Airbus A321, Boeing 737 and others similar will be able to land.
The fuel supplier is UNO HONDURAS and has a refuelling capacity of 2 5000 gal refueller trucks, 4 JET A-1 storage tanks of 10,000 gallons and 1 mobile tank of 250 gallons of AVGAS.
Infrastructure | |||
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Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 Fuel |
Yes |
Migration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Central Refuelling Point |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air units for starter |
N/A |
Cargo Terminal |
Yes |
Power Plant (mobile) |
Yes |
Passenger Transportation to Platform |
N/A |
Cargo Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine services |
Yes |
Climate Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Category (ICAO) |
Yes: CAT 7, CAT 8 |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing equipment |
N/A |
Operations Room |
Yes |
Ramp lighting |
Yes
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Radar |
Yes |
Runway and approach lights |
Yes |
NDB |
N/A |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
Yes |
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Airport Operating Details
Operating Detail |
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Maximum size of aircraft that can unload bulk cargo |
Due to the length of the runway, Class C/D aircraft such as Airbus A320, Airbus A321, Boeing 737 and others similar will be able to land. |
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Maximum size of aircraft that can be unloaded to palletized cargo |
Due to the length of the runway, Class C/D aircraft can land. |
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Total aircraft parking area (m²) |
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Storage area (m3 and MT) |
3,000 m2 |
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Cargo Handling Equipment |
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Elevators / Lifting Cranes (Hi Loaders) |
Yes |
Maximum Capacity (mt) |
N/A |
Maximum Height (m) |
N/A |
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Loading Ramps |
Yes |
Customs Guidance
Customs activities at Palmerola International Airport are essential to ensure the control of entry and exit of goods and people. Upon arrival at the airport, a customs declaration must be filled out specifying information about the goods and products you are carrying. This process can take between 20 to 30 minutes depending on the number of passengers on the flight and the amount of luggage you have. To work with customs officials effectively, it is advisable to present the required documents in an organized manner and answer any questions that are asked clearly and accurately.
For more information about customs in Honduras, see the following link:1.3 Customs Information and https://www.aduanas.gob.hn/
Airfield Costs
NAVIGATION CHARGES
Palmerola International Airport is a major air transport hub in Honduras. However, navigation expenses at the airport have come under criticism due to problems with billing, cost estimation and ability to pay.
As for billing, airport users have reported that air navigation bills are not being issued accurately and that the amounts charged are often inconsistent with established rates. This has raised concerns among airlines and other operators using the airport, who have difficulty determining how much they should pay for air navigation services.
In addition, the estimation of navigation expenses at Palmerola International Airport has also been a problem. Many users have reported that expenses are higher than expected and that they are not sure how they are calculated. This makes it difficult for traders to budget and plan their operating expenses.
Security
Palmerola International Airport S.A. de C.V. has committed and established an Operational Safety Management System, which guarantees the fulfillment of our objectives of proactively eliminating, containing or mitigating risks before accidents and incidents occur, through the monitoring of national and international standards in operational safety, through risk identification and management, guaranteeing and promoting Operational Safety at the airport and maintaining a permanent interaction with the maintenance process and operations of the airport, which allow, as far as possible, that hazards are mitigated, eliminated or controlled.
Palmerola Airport has 145 security cameras and the highest X-ray technology as part of its security. The terminal has 40 counters for common use for airlines, plus 18 self-check-in kiosks where passengers can make their registration more agile.
The Palmerola Tower is also responsible for alerting the security services, immediately notifying any failure or irregularity in the operation of any device, light or other device installed at the airport to guide the transit of the airport and the pilots in command of aircraft. It shall notify the Approach Control Center, Tegucigalpa Control, of aircraft that cease to report after they have been transferred to its jurisdiction or that, after having made a notification, suspend radio contact and, in either case, cease to land within a reasonable period.
Honduras - 2.2.2 Ramon Villeda Morales International Airport
Airport Overview
Due to its location in an area of low elevation, with a tropical-humid climate and with frequent torrential rains is floodable and close to the Chamelecón River, the airport has suffered serious flooding during its history.
The airport provides passenger and cargo services for commercial, private, and military operations, for domestic and international routes.
Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Honduras |
Province or District |
Cortes |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport |
San Pedro Sula 20 km |
Full name of the airport |
Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport |
Latitude |
15.45138° |
Longitude |
-87.92444° |
Elevation (ft and m) |
92ft 28m |
IATA code |
SAP |
ICAO Code |
MHLM |
Airport Administration or Airport Authority |
Honduran Airport Infrastructure and Services Company EHISA |
Opening Hours |
24 H |
Closing Hours |
24 H |
Airport Picture
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Cargo Terminal
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Taxiway
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Passenger Terminal
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Airstrips
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
The Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport, located in San Pedro Sula, Honduras, has the presence and collaboration of several government authorities to ensure the proper functioning and safety of airport operations. Some of the main government authorities working at this airport are:
General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC): The DGAC is the entity responsible for the regulation and supervision of civil aviation in Honduras. At Ramón Villeda Morales Airport, they ensure that air operations comply with established safety and efficiency standards.
Honduran Customs: The presence of Customs at the airport is crucial to control and manage the import and export of goods and goods. They ensure that regulations are complied with, and taxes are paid.
Migration and Aliens: This authority is responsible for managing the entry and exit of people into the country. They check passengers' documentation, including passports and visas, to ensure they meet established immigration requirements.
Honduran National Police: The National Police has a presence at the airport to ensure the safety of passengers, crews and personnel working in the facilities. They collaborate in the prevention and response to emergency situations or incidents.
Honduran Air Force: As part of national security, the Air Force may have a presence at the airport to perform surveillance and airspace protection tasks.
Ministry of Public Health: This authority can play an important role in reviewing health and disease control protocols at the airport, especially in times of health emergencies.
Forest Conservation Institute (ICF): Since the airport is in a natural environment, the ICF may be present to ensure the protection and conservation of the nearby environment.
These government authorities work in coordination to ensure regulatory compliance and provide a safe and efficient environment for passengers and airport operations at Ramon Villeda Morales International Airport.
For more information on airport contacts, please refer to the following link: 4.5 Airport Company Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Performance for 2022 |
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By Year |
Total Aircraft Movements |
25,000 |
Total Passengers |
2.5 million |
Total Airport Capacity (MT) |
3.5 million |
Current airport activity (MT) |
2.2 million |
Use of Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
150 |
Runways
Runway #1 |
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Dimensions |
2805 x 45 m |
Orientation |
04/22 |
Surface |
Hydraulic Concrete |
Runway #2 |
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Dimensions |
2805 x 45 m |
Orientation |
04/22 |
Surface |
Hydraulic Concrete |
Airport Infrastructure Details
The suppliers working on refuel are UNO and PETRONOR, below their capabilities:
UNO HONDURAS:
Two International brand trucks with 5,000 gal of JET A1 with discharge of 248 gpm.
One International brand truck with 8,000 gal of JET A1 with discharge of 248 gpm.
One 10,000-gal AVGAS 100LL storage tank.
Five 10,000-gal JET A1 storage tanks.
One 2,000 gal refueler storage tank.
PETRONOR:
Two Refueler trucks for aviation, Freightliner brand, with capacity of 5,000 gl, pumping capacity of 300 gpm of JET A1.
Two Refueler type trucks for aviation, International Brand, with capacity of 5,000 gl, pumping capacity of 300 gpm of JET A1.
Five fuel storage tanks, capacity 20,000 gal of JET A1.
Infrastructure | |||
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Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 Fuel |
Yes |
Migration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Central Refueling Point |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air units for starter |
N/A |
Cargo Terminal |
Yes |
Power Plant (mobile) |
Yes |
Passenger Transportation to Platform |
No |
Cargo Handling Services |
Yes (operated by Adimex) |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine services |
Yes |
Climate Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Category (ICAO) |
Yes CAT 7 CAT 8 |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing equipment |
No |
Operations Room |
Yes |
Ramp lighting |
Yes |
Radar |
Yes |
Runway and approach lights |
Yes |
NDB |
N/A |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
Yes |
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Airport Operating Details
Operating Detail |
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Maximum size of aircraft that can unload bulk cargo |
747-400 aircraft |
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Maximum size of aircraft that can be unloaded to palletized cargo |
767-300 aircraft |
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Total aircraft parking area (m²) |
47,000 m² |
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Storage area (m3 and MT) |
6,000 m³ |
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Cargo Handling Equipment |
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Elevators / Lifting Cranes (Hi Loaders) |
Yes |
Maximum Capacity (mt) |
25 mt |
Maximum Height (m) |
7 m |
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Loading Ramps |
Yes |
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Other comments |
It is important to note that the capacity and availability of these facilities may vary depending on current demand and the needs of aviation operators using the airport. |
Customs Guidance
Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport is an important air terminal in Honduras, handling a large amount of passenger and cargo traffic nationally and internationally. Customs activities at this airport are essential to ensure that products entering and leaving the country comply with established customs regulations and requirements. The duration of the customs process depends on the volume of traffic and the number of products being imported or exported. It is important to have all the necessary documentation and comply with the rules to streamline the process.
It is important to be prepared to answer questions and provide additional information if needed. Customs offices are in the airport terminal and are open 24 hours a day to provide services to passengers and businesses using the airport. Travelers are advised to arrive with enough time in advance to complete customs formalities and not have time issues in their itinerary. In summary, Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport has an efficient customs infrastructure that allows a fast flow of goods and passengers, as long as customs regulations are complied with and work is done in collaboration with customs officials.
For more information about customs in Honduras, see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information and https://www.aduanas.gob.hn/.
Storage Facilities
At Ramon Villeda Morales International Airport, there are several storage options available for passengers and businesses using the airport. Storage facilities include luggage storage areas, cargo depots and goods storage services. In addition, there are private companies that offer storage and distribution services for those companies that need to temporarily store their products before sending them to their destination.
However, it is important to note that storage capacity at the airport is limited and must be booked in advance. Proper documentation is also required for product storage, especially for products that require a special license or are subject to import and export restrictions. Payments for storage of goods must also be made prior to delivery, and additional taxes and fees apply as per Honduran customs regulations.
Security for facilities at Ramon Villeda Morales International Airport is a priority, and strict security measures are implemented to protect the integrity of goods stored on airport premises. This includes safety inspections and documentation verification to ensure that only legal and safe products are stored. Companies and passengers using storage services at the airport are advised to follow established procedures and regulations to avoid delays or problems in the process of storing and removing products.
In conclusion, Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport offers several storage options for passengers and businesses that use its services. Established procedures and regulations must be followed to avoid problems or delays in the process of storage and removal of products. In addition, additional taxes and fees apply under Honduran customs regulations, and security is a priority at all airport storage facilities.
Airport Costs
NAVIGATION CHARGES
CARGO TERMINAL CHARGES
They oversee the Company SWISSPORT GBH, a company located in the Toncontín / Tegucigalpa Airports and Ramón Villeda Morales San Pedro Sula, who handles everything concerning cargo handling rates.
Security
Ramon Villeda Morales International Airport in Honduras maintains a high level of security with robust measures to protect passengers and airport operations. Rigorous access controls, advanced scanning and detection systems, and staff training have been implemented. However, one of the challenges is staying up to date in the face of new threats, so the airport works closely with international security agencies to exchange information and adopt best practices.
The airport has announced a modernization plan that includes the incorporation of advanced technology, such as facial and biometric recognition systems, to improve efficiency and security at controls. In addition, the expansion and renovation of inspection and control areas has been considered to adapt to the constant increase in demand. Ramón Villeda Morales Airport has received certifications from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), supporting its commitment to high international airport security standards and providing confidence to passengers and airlines that use its facilities.
Honduras - 2.2.3 Goloson International Airport
Airport Overview
The airport is shared between civil and military aviation. The airport provides passenger and cargo transportation service on domestic and international routes, and is the base for operations of several airlines, such as Avianca Regional, LANHSA and Aerolineas Sosa. Most of these airlines operate regular flights between eastern Honduras and the Bay Islands, in addition to frequent flights to San Pedro Sula, Tegucigalpa, Puerto Lempira, and Grand Cayman. It also eventually receives charter flights from Canada.
Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Honduras |
Province or District |
Atlantida |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport |
La Ceiba 10 km |
Full name of the airport |
Goloson International Airport |
Latitude |
15.74554º |
Longitude |
-86.85125º |
Elevation (feet and m) |
49ft 15 m |
IATA code |
ICE |
ICAO Code |
MHLC |
Airport Administration or Airport Authority |
Honduran Airport Infrastructure and Services Company EHISA |
Management Level Contact Person |
Jorge Crespo Administrative Head |
Opening Hours |
6:00 |
Closing Hours |
18:00 |
Airport Picture
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Honduran Air Force
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Passenger Terminal
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Airstrips
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Golosón International Airport, located in La Ceiba, Honduras, has the collaboration of several government authorities to ensure the proper functioning and safety of airport operations. Some of the main government authorities working at this airport are:
General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC): The DGAC is the entity responsible for the regulation and supervision of civil aviation in Honduras. At Golosón Airport, they ensure that air operations meet established safety and efficiency standards.
Honduran Customs: The presence of Customs at the airport is crucial to control and manage the import and export of goods and goods. They ensure that regulations are complied with, and taxes are paid.
Migration: This authority is responsible for managing the entry and exit of people into the country. They check passengers' documentation, including passports and visas, to ensure they meet established immigration requirements.
Honduran National Police: The National Police has a presence at the airport to ensure the safety of passengers, crews and personnel working in the facilities. They collaborate in the prevention and response to emergency situations or incidents.
Honduran Air Force: As part of national security, the Air Force may have a presence at the airport to perform surveillance and airspace protection tasks.
Ministry of Public Health: This authority can play an important role in reviewing health and disease control protocols at the airport, especially in times of health emergencies.
It is critical that these government authorities work together to ensure regulatory compliance and provide a safe and efficient environment for travellers and airport operations at Golosón International Airport.
For more information on airport contacts, please refer to the following link: 4.5 Airport Company Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Performance for 2022 |
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By Year |
Per Month |
Per Day |
Total Aircraft Movements |
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25 |
Total Passengers |
130,000 |
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Use of Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
N/A |
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Runway(s)
Runway #1 |
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Dimensions |
2949 x 45 m |
Orientation |
07/25 |
Surface |
Asphalt |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Infrastructure | |||
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Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 Fuel |
Yes |
Migration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Central Refueling Point |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air units for starter |
Yes |
Cargo Terminal |
Yes |
Power Plant (mobile) |
Yes |
Passenger Transportation to Platform |
N/A |
Cargo Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine services |
Yes |
Climate Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Category (ICAO) |
CAT 6 CAT 5 |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing equipment |
N/A |
Operations Room |
|
Ramp lighting |
N/A |
Radar |
N/A |
Runway and approach lights |
Yes |
NDB |
N/A |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
Yes |
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Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
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Maximum size of aircraft that can unload bulk cargo |
|
Maximum size of aircraft that can be unloaded to palletized cargo |
Boeing 747 |
Total aircraft parking area (m²) |
approximately 30,000 m² |
Storage area (m3 and mt) |
|
Cargo Handling Equipment |
|
Elevators / Lifting Cranes (Hi Loaders) |
Yes |
Loading Ramps |
Yes |
Customs Guidance
Customs activities at Goloson International Airport are carried out by customs authorities and immigration officials working at the airport. In general, the customs process can take anywhere from a few minutes to several hours, depending on the number of passengers who need to go through customs control and the amount of goods that need to be inspected. It is important to ensure that you have all the necessary documents, such as passports, visas, and customs declarations, to speed up the customs process and avoid unnecessary delays. In addition, it is important to follow the instructions of customs officials and not attempt to hide or carry items that are not allowed.
Customs offices are in the arrivals area of the airport and are open during airport operating hours. It is recommended to arrive at the airport well in advance to complete the customs process before your flight. In case of any doubt or query, passengers can contact the customs officials at the airport for further information and assistance. In general, working with customs officers at Goloson International Airport is an easy and quick task if the process is properly followed and all the regulations and procedures established by the competent authorities are complied with.
For more information about customs in Honduras, see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information and https://www.aduanas.gob.hn/
Airfield Costs
NAVIGATION CHARGES
International landing fee US$2.87 per 2,000-pound ton, based on the maximum take-off weight (PMD) contained in the aircraft's certificate of airworthiness, operations manual or maintenance manual. (Entitles you to 6 hours of free parking). Minimum turnover US$9.55
Domestic landing fee US$1.20 per 2,000-pound ton, based on the maximum take-off weight (PMD) contained in the aircraft's certificate of airworthiness, operations manual or maintenance manual. (Entitles you to 6 hours of free parking). Minimum turnover $5.97
Parking fee for aircraft performing International Operations US$0.46 per hour for each 2,000-pound ton, based on the maximum take-off weight (PMD) contained in the aircraft's certificate of airworthiness, operations manual or maintenance manual. (Charged after 6 hours of parking).
Parking fee for aircraft conducting Domestic Operations US$0.46 per hour for each 2,000-pound ton, based on the maximum take-off weight (PMD) contained in the airworthiness certificate, operations manual or aircraft maintenance manual.
International Flight Lighting Fee US$1.43 per ton of 2,000 pounds, based on the maximum take-off weight (PMD) contained in the airworthiness certificate, operations manual or maintenance manual of the aircraft. (Charged after 6 hours of parking). Minimum turnover US$5.97
Domestic flight lighting fee (cabotage) US$0.46 per 2,000 pound ton, based on the maximum take-off weight (PMD) contained in the airworthiness certificate, operations manual or maintenance manual of the aircraft. Minimum turnover US$3.57
Security
The DNSPF maintains control activities at the four most important airports in the country, such as Toncontín International Airport in Tegucigalpa, Villeda Morales Airport in San Pedro Sula, Golosón Airport in La Ceiba and Juan Manuel Gálvez Airport in Roatán.
Honduras - 2.2.4 Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport
Airport Overview
Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Honduras |
Province or District |
Islas de la bahía |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport |
Roatan 2 km |
Full name of the airport |
Juan Manuel Gálvez International Airport |
Latitude |
16.31834 |
Longitude |
-86.52689 |
Elevation (feet and m) |
21 ft 6.4 m |
IATA code |
RTB |
ICAO Code |
MHRO |
Airport Administration or Airport Authority |
Honduran Airport Infrastructure and Services Company EHISA |
Management Level Contact Person |
Mary Martinez, Chief Administrative Officer |
Opening Hours |
6:00 |
Closing Hours |
20:00 |
Airport Picture
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General Aviation Platform
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Passenger terminal
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Runway 07
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Trading platform
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Track 25
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
The Juan Manuel Gálvez International Airport has the collaboration of several government authorities to ensure the proper functioning and safety of airport operations. Some of the main government authorities working at this airport are listed below.
General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC): The DGAC is the entity responsible for the regulation and supervision of civil aviation in Honduras. At Juan Manuel Gálvez Airport, they ensure that air operations comply with established safety and efficiency standards.
Honduran Customs: The presence of Customs at the airport is crucial to control and manage the import and export of goods and goods. They ensure that regulations are complied with and taxes are paid.
Migration: This authority is responsible for managing the entry and exit of people into the country. They check passengers' documentation, including passports and visas, to ensure they meet established immigration requirements.
Honduran National Police: The National Police has a presence at the airport to ensure the safety of passengers, crews and personnel working in the facilities. They collaborate in the prevention and response to emergency situations or incidents.
Honduran Air Force: As part of national security, the Air Force may have a presence at the airport to perform surveillance and airspace protection tasks.
Ministry of Public Health: This authority can play an important role in reviewing health and disease control protocols at the airport, especially in times of health emergencies.
It is critical that these government authorities work together to ensure regulatory compliance and provide a safe and efficient environment for travelers and airport operations at Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport.
For more information on airport contacts, please refer to the following link: 4.5 Airport Company Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Runway(s)
Runway #1 |
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Dimensions |
2089 x 45 m |
Orientation |
07/25 |
Surface |
Asphalt |
Runway #2 |
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---|---|
Dimensions |
2089 x 45 m |
Orientation |
07/25 |
Surface |
Asphalt |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Infrastructure | |||
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Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 Fuel |
Yes |
Migration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
N/A |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Central Refueling Point |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air units for starter |
N/A |
Cargo Terminal |
Yes |
Power Plant (mobile) |
Yes |
Passenger Transportation to Platform |
N/A |
Cargo Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine services |
Yes |
Climate Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Category (ICAO) |
Yes CAT 7 |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing equipment |
N/A |
Operations Room |
N/A |
Ramp lighting |
Yes |
Radar |
N/A |
Runway and approach lights |
Yes |
NDB |
N/A |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
Yes |
|
|
Airport Costs
NAVIGATION CHARGES
Honduras - 2.2.5 Toncontin International Airport
Airport Overview
Toncontín International Airport has become a regional and local airport, therefore, it will only receive flights from Central American countries and national routes.
Airport Location and Contact |
|
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Country |
Honduras |
Province or District |
Tegucigalpa |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport |
Tegucigalpa 6 km South |
Full name of the airport |
Toncontín International Airport |
Latitude |
14.060925° |
Longitude |
-87.21868° |
Elevation (ft and m) |
3307 ft 1008 m |
IATA code |
MHTG |
ICAO Code |
TGU |
Airport Administration or Airport Authority |
Palmerola International Airport |
Management Level Contact Person |
Israel Dávila, Financial and Administrative Manager |
Opening Hours |
24h |
Closing Hours |
24h |
Airport Picture
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Runway 02
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Passenger Terminal
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Cargo terminal
-
Track 20
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Toncontín International Airport, located in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, has the collaboration of several government authorities to ensure the proper functioning and safety of airport operations. Some of the main government authorities working at this airport are listed below.
General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC): The DGAC is the entity responsible for the regulation and supervision of civil aviation in Honduras. At Toncontín Airport, they ensure that air operations comply with established safety and efficiency standards.
Honduran Customs: The presence of Customs at the airport is crucial to control and manage the import and export of goods and goods. They ensure that regulations are complied with and taxes are paid.
Migration: This authority is responsible for managing the entry and exit of people into the country. They check passengers' documentation, including passports and visas, to ensure they meet established immigration requirements.
Honduran National Police: The National Police has a presence at the airport to ensure the safety of passengers, crews and personnel working in the facilities. They collaborate in the prevention and response to emergency situations or incidents.
Honduran Air Force: Since the airport is located in an area with geographical and security challenges, the Air Force may have a presence to perform surveillance and protection tasks of the airspace.
Ministry of Public Health: This authority can play an important role in reviewing health and disease control protocols at the airport, especially in times of health emergencies.
It is critical that these government authorities work together to ensure regulatory compliance and provide a safe and efficient environment for travelers and airport operations at Toncontín International Airport. Due to its location in a mountainous area and its short runway, Toncontín Airport presents particular challenges that require careful coordination between authorities to ensure the safety of all users.
For more information on airport contacts, please refer to the following link: 4.5 Airport Company Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Runway(s)
Runway #1 |
|
---|---|
Dimensions |
2,021 x 45 m |
Orientation |
02/20 |
Surface |
Runway #2 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
2,021 x 45 m |
Orientation |
02/20 |
Surface |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Infrastructure | |||
---|---|---|---|
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 Fuel |
Yes |
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Central Refueling Point |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air units for starter |
N/A |
Cargo Terminal |
Yes |
Power Plant (mobile) |
N/A |
Passenger Transportation to Platform |
Yes |
Cargo Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine services |
Yes |
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Category (ICAO) |
Yes: CAT 5 |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
N/A |
Operations Room |
Yes |
Ramp lighting |
|
Radar |
Yes |
Runway and approach lights |
Yes |
NDB |
N/A |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
Yes |
|
|
Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
|||
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Maximum size of aircraft that can unload bulk cargo |
Boeing 737 |
||
Maximum size of aircraft that can be unloaded to palletized cargo |
Boeing 757 |
||
Total aircraft parking area (m²) |
70,000 m² |
||
Cargo Handling Equipment |
|||
Elevators / Lifting Cranes (Hi Loaders) |
Yes |
Maximum Capacity (mt) |
N/A |
Maximum Height (m) |
N/A |
Customs Guidance
Toncontin International Airport is the main airport in Honduras and has a lot of customs activities. The waiting time to clear customs usually varies depending on the volume of passengers arriving at the same time, but can usually take around an hour. It is advisable to carry all the necessary documents in order and at hand to avoid delays in the review process. Customs officers at the airport are professional and work to ensure passenger safety and compliance with customs regulations. It is recommended to be cordial and cooperative during the inspection process. Customs offices are located inside the airport, after going through passport control.
For more information about customs, please refer to the following link: 1.3 Customs Information and https://www.aduanas.gob.hn/
Airport Costs
NAVIGATION FEES
Honduras - 2.5 Waterway Assessment
In Honduras, inland waterways play a vital role in transporting goods and people, especially in remote regions like Gracias a Dios. This region has a number of rivers, such as the Patuca, that have historically been used as transportation arteries to connect isolated communities and carry out trade in essential goods. Currently, these roads are essential for access to basic services and the movement of goods in an area that is difficult to access by road.
However, the capacity of the waterways in Gracias a Dios is limited by several challenges. Bottlenecks include navigation on shallow rivers during the dry season and lack of adequate infrastructure at river ports. In addition, the absence of maintenance and lack of investment in these areas have led to sediment accumulation and difficulty in navigation, which affects the carrying capacity and frequency of trips.
For more information on government contact details, please refer to the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List.
Company Information
In Honduras, and particularly in regions like Gracias a Dios, private transport companies play a vital role in moving cargo and passengers along waterways. These companies often operate barges, speedboats and specialized vessels to provide transportation services in areas difficult to access by road. Competition in this sector can be varied, with some companies competing in terms of rates, frequency and quality of service.
Over time, problems have arisen in the private waterway transportation sector, including concerns related to safety and security. Since some areas can be remote and prone to extreme weather conditions, businesses face challenges in ensuring the safety of operations and passengers. In addition, the lack of proper regulation and supervision in some regions has led to incidents in the past, underscoring the importance of implementing more rigorous safety and security measures.
For more information on the contact details of inland waterway companies, please refer to the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterway Company Contact List.
Travel Time Matrix
Travel time from main port to other major ports by Ferry
|
Roatan |
Puerto Cortes |
Puerto Lempira |
Puerto Castilla |
Port of La Ceiba |
Port San Lorenzo |
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Roatan |
|
NA |
|
NA |
NA |
NA |
||
Puerto Cortes |
6 hr 55 min |
|
|
NA |
NA |
NA |
||
Puerto Lempira |
1 hr 15 min |
|
|
|
|
|
||
Puerto Castilla |
8 hr 3 min |
NA |
NA |
|
NA |
NA |
||
Port of La Ceiba |
1 hr 15 min |
NA |
18 hr 30 min |
NA |
|
NA |
||
San Lorenzo |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
|
Port Information
Key port information
|
La Ceiba |
Puerto Castilla |
Puerto Cortes |
Henecan |
Coxen Hole |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Location |
Atlantis |
Trujillo, Colon |
Puerto Cortes |
San Lorenzo |
Bay Islands |
Connection with other transport (Land / river / air) |
Land-Maritime |
Land-Maritime |
Land-Maritime |
Land-Maritime |
Land-Maritime |
Storage capacity (m 2 and m3) |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
Cargo handling equipment |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
Customs available (Yes / No) |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Other comments |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
Honduras - 2.7 Milling Assessment
In Honduras, the processing capacity of grains such as wheat flour and maize flour has been a crucial component in its food industry. The country has processing facilities and plants that have evolved to meet local demand for these commodities. Wheat flour is widely used in the making of bread, cakes, and other products in the food industry, while maize flour is instrumental in the preparation of traditional foods such as tortillas and tamales.
Factories and mills have adopted advanced technologies to optimize production, achieving greater speed and flexibility to meet market demand. Despite these improvements, the country faces obstacles in accessing raw material locally, especially for wheat flour, as wheat is not grown in the region.
Some factories and mills face challenges due to the country's dependence on imports, generating a constant need for foreign currency, mainly US dollars. Declining exports, economic instability, and the COVID-19 pandemic have exacerbated this demand, reducing remittance and tourism revenues. These factors have put pressure on the supply of foreign currency, making international transactions difficult.
Despite the challenges, Honduras has managed to develop a strong processing capacity that contributes significantly to the availability of grain products in the country.
Large basic grain milling contractors in Honduras include: IMSA, Molino Harinero Sula, and DEMAHSA
For more information on the contact details of the milling company, please refer to the following link:
MATURAVE Milling Company
The company has consolidated its position as a solid and reliable entity in the market, with a large production capacity. However, it faces certain challenges due to restrictions imposed by national policies that hinder the ability to maintain grain reserves as a safety measure for unforeseen events in its operations. These constraints represent bottlenecks that could affect the smooth continuity of your activities in unexpected situations.
Company name and address |
Contact Names & Email |
Telephone & Fax |
---|---|---|
MATURAVE Honduras, Km 15 carretera a Olancho Tegucigalpa, Honduras Tegucigalpa |
Name: Marco Tulio Ramos Title: Owner-Manager Email: maturave9@yahoo.com |
Tel: +504 2291-5844 Fax: |
Overview of features and services |
||
As a leading company in the production and distribution of maize flour, it focuses on the marketing and manufacturing of a variety of products, including beans, rice and flour. Maturave's specialization lies in transforming these grains into products of the highest quality, prepared for distribution and final consumption. |
Safety |
|
---|---|
Safety |
Good |
Compound |
Fenced |
Access |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Distance from Main Town (km) |
35.5 km |
||
Travel Time if not Located in Town (hours) |
1 hr |
||
Road Condition to Mill |
Under repair |
||
Road Limitations (if any) |
No |
||
Rail Connections |
No |
||
On the Railway From |
NA |
For |
NA |
Other Comments |
NA |
Milling Capacity |
||
---|---|---|
Commodities |
Daily Capacity (MT) |
Monthly Activity (MT) |
Maize |
100 |
2,500 |
Storage Capacity |
|
---|---|
Storage in Metric Tons |
Flour – Covered (MT) |
Within the Compound |
1,000 |
Outside the Compound |
17,000 |
IMSA Milling Company
The company has managed to establish itself as a robust and trusted entity in the market, demonstrating remarkable production capacity. Despite this, it is currently facing challenges arising from access restrictions caused by demonstrations that hinder the distribution of its products. To overcome this obstacle, they have identified and are implementing alternative routes to ensure smooth and efficient distribution.
Company name and address |
Contact Names & Email |
Telephone & Fax |
---|---|---|
Industrias Molineras S.A. de C.V, Km. 3 Carretera a Puerto Cortés, Choloma, Honduras |
Name: Gabriela Abufele Title: ZCS Regional Manager |
Tel: +504 2565-2800 |
Overview of features and services |
||
A company specialized in the processing of rice, roasted coffee, maize flour and wheat flour focuses on transforming raw materials into final products, ensuring quality standards, efficiency in distribution and customer service. |
Safety |
|
---|---|
Safety |
Good |
Compound |
Fenced |
Access |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Distance from Main Town (km) |
263 km |
||
Travel Time if not Located in Town (hours) |
4 hr |
||
Road Condition to Mill |
Good conditions |
||
Road Limitations (if any) |
No |
||
Rail Connections |
No |
||
On the Railway From |
NA |
For |
NA |
Other Comments |
NA |
Milling Capacity |
||
---|---|---|
Commodities |
Daily Capacity (MT) |
Monthly Activity (MT) |
Wheat |
180 |
2,340 |
Maize |
200 |
4,800 |
Storage Capacity |
||
---|---|---|
Storage in Metric Tons |
Wheat – Covered (MT) |
Flour – Covered (MT) |
Within the Compound |
1,036 |
2,400 |
Honduras - 3 Services and Supply
In terms of services and supplies, Honduras is a country that has the basic inputs for the life of its residents, such as:
- Drinking Water: It is supplied through a sanitation network managed by the Government of the Republic through ERSAPS (Regulatory Office of Drinking Water and Sanitation Services)
At the local level, for major cities, drinking water regulators vary as follows:
1.1 San Pedro Sula city: Aguas de San Pedro
1.2 Capital city, Tegucigalpa and surroundings: SANAA
- Electric Power: Through the state owned company ENEE (Empresa Nacional de Energía Eléctrica) whose service network was concessioned to the Colombian company EEH (Energía Eléctrica Honduras).
- Health System and Hospitals: The Honduran health system is made up of two subsectors: the first, the public, made up of the Ministry of Health (SESAL), which has the leading role, regulator and provider of health services to the entire Honduran population. Also, by the Honduran Institute of Social Security (IHSS), in charge of collecting and administering fiscal resources and those from the mandatory contributions of workers and employers. A second subsector is the private sector, made up of for profit and non-profit health institutions.
SESAL provides services to 60 per cent of the population, IHSS insures 12 per cent and the private sector serves 10 per cent. In Honduras, 9 out of 10 people are not covered by any type of health insurance and it is estimated that 18% of the population (more than 1.5 million Hondurans) do not have access to health services.
- Telephone and communications services are administered by the National Telecommunications Commission (CONATEL). The services are provided by 1 state owned company: the National Telecommunications Company (HONDUTEL) and 2 private companies: CELTEL (TIGO) and MEGATEL (CLARO).
This service has evolved a lot, especially in recent years, almost at the same time as other countries, as fiber optics are used in data and high-definition communications in the country. Telecommunications account for an estimated 7.1% of GDP in Honduras (2008).
- Internet Services: Internet access in Honduras has progressively advanced in Honduras since the early 1990s, using submarine cables and satellite connections. In January 2020, Honduras recorded that the number of internet users was 4.1 million people, indicating that approximately 43 out of every 100 inhabitants have access to the internet. As of January 2020, there were a total of 8.20 million mobile connections in Honduras.
Some internet service providers that offer high speed connections using fiber optics include:
Claro: offers internet services using fiber optics in some areas of Honduras, with speeds of up to 150MB.
Tigo: offers fiber optic internet services in certain regions of Honduras, with speeds of up to 150MB.
Hondutel: the state owned telecommunications company, Hondutel, has been expanding its fiber optic network in several cities across the country and offers high-speed internet services.
Cable Color: offers internet and cable television services in certain areas of Honduras.
NetUno: provides internet services in some areas of the country, including broadband connections.
Cotel: this is another company that offers internet and telecommunications services in certain regions of Honduras.
Availability of specific speeds and technologies may vary by location.
- Education: Educational services in Honduras are provided by the State through the Ministry of Education (SEDUC), which has faced serious challenges in recent years and in the future, such as: school dropout, repetition, deficient and limited infrastructure, and low teaching and pedagogical quality. However, in 2023, a school enrollment of 1,858,672 students was reported; 11,335 more than those who enrolled in 2022.
Honduras - 3.5 Food and Additional Suppliers
The local market for food and other products in Honduras shows a considerable level of competition. There are multiple suppliers and local producers competing in terms of quality, variety and prices. However, it is important to note that the ability of the local market to meet current demand may present limitations in certain sectors, especially those that require more specialized technologies and processes. Factors such as limited access to finance, lack of modern agricultural technologies, climate variability, and challenges in pest and disease management can also limit agricultural production capacity in Honduras. This can affect the supply of fresh and local food in the market.
In terms of scalability, the local market has significant potential. There are opportunities for growth and expansion of local production, in line with the country's growing demand. There is growing interest in the agro-industrial sector and increased investment in infrastructure related to the production and distribution of food and other products.
In terms of imports and exports, Honduras imports a variety of products, such as cereals, dairy products, meat, fruits and vegetables, to meet domestic demand. At the same time, the country has a strong export capacity in agricultural products, such as coffee, bananas, shrimp and oil palm products. These exports have become important sources of income for the country.
Generic country information can be found in sources that are regularly maintained and reflect current facts and figures. For an overview of country data related to the services and supply sectors, see the following sources:
The Observatory of Economic Complexity - MIT (OEC): Honduras (HND) Exports, Imports, and Trade Partners | OEC - The Observatory of Economic Complexity
Disclaimer: The inclusion of company information in the LCA does not imply any business relationship between the supplier and the WFP/Logistics Group, and is used solely as a determinant of services, and capabilities.
Note: The WFP/logistics group maintains complete impartiality and is not in a position to endorse or comment on the suitability of any company as a trusted service provider.
Honduras - 3.5.1 Food Suppliers
Overview
Honduras' food availability is in a difficult situation. Although it has been widely concluded that food availability is no longer considered the most important dimension of SAN, due to the greater importance of confronting inequality in our societies, it is still extremely important for the rural economy of Honduras, where extreme poverty is concentrated.
Honduras has a high potential in agriculture and has a tropical climate that allows the productive activity of this sector almost all year round, guaranteeing the production of tilapia, shrimp, sugar, cocoa, coffee, bananas, a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, among others.
Additional information can be found in sources that are regularly maintained and reflect current facts and figures. For more specific and detailed information on food availability and market conditions, please refer to the following sources:
USAID Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET): https://fews.net/latin-america-and-caribbean/honduras
Retail
The retail industry faces significant challenges, including emerging markets, a rapidly evolving business environment, and the need to provide convenient service in an industry that is increasingly demanding.
Supply chains must now provide flawless service and incorporate all these factors to overcome these challenges.
Below is a table with a relative rank indicative for the type of retailer, where 1 is what the population uses the most and 5 is what is used the least:
Types of Retailers Available |
|
---|---|
Type of Retailer |
Rank (1-5) |
Supermarket: focuses on the supply of a range of food, beverage, cleaning and sanitation products; has significant purchasing power; is often part of national/regional/global chains. |
3 |
Convenience store/Minimarket - medium-sized store; offers a more limited range of products than supermarkets; usually has good/stable purchasing power; may be part of a chain or cooperative. |
1 |
Permanent shop with strong supply capacity – individually/family owned store; usually offers fewer commodities and a limited selection of brands; good storage and reliable supply options. |
4 |
Permanent shop with limited supply capacity – individually/family owned store; offers fewer commodities and a limited selection of brands; limited storage and unstable supply options. |
5 |
Mobile Shop/Market Stand – individually/family owned store; usually offers fewer commodities and a limited selection of brands; may be found at outdoor markets, camps or unstable environments. |
2 |
Wholesale – Supermercados La Colonia
Supermercados La Colonia is a supermarket chain established in Honduras for more than 60 years. It operates in the main urban areas of the country and enjoys an outstanding reputation at the regional level, offering a wide range of products and services to Honduran consumers
In Honduras in general terms, the wholesale channel is an intermediary. Where companies operating in this business sector buy their products directly from industries, manufacturers, and even other wholesalers' resellers. To give an example, the white and yellow maize market is dominated by a small number of wholesalers, operating in Tegucigalpa, San Pedro Sula and in intermediate towns close to the main producing areas. Most of the production of this grain is channeled through the Purchase and Sale Agreements between producers and agribusiness constituted with the support of the State, through the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (SAG), and the Secretariat of Economic Development (SDE).
The general picture is summarized below:
Supplier Overview |
|
---|---|
Company Name |
Supermercados La Colonia |
Address |
Colonia Alameda, Rubén Darío Street, next to the National Drugstore |
Does the supplier have its own production / manufacturing capacity? |
No, it is primarily sourced through a combination of supply sources. |
Does the supplier have its own retail capacity?
|
Yes, the chain operates a network of supermarket stores in various locations across the country. These stores are the main channel through which La Colonia sells its products directly to consumers. |
Does the supplier have its own transport capacity? |
No, the supermarket chain uses external transportation and logistics services to supply its stores and distribute the products throughout the country. |
Does the supplier have its own storage facilities? |
Yes, the provider has its own storage capacity. |
Approximate Turnover in MT
|
N/A |
Payment Methods Accepted |
Cash and credit for financially capable customers |
Other Comments or Key Information |
N/A |
Primary Goods/ Commodities Available
Commodities by Type** (SITC Rev 4 Division Code - Title) |
Comments |
|
---|---|---|
00 - Live animals (other than fish, crustaceans, molluscs, etc.) |
N/A |
N/A |
01 - Meat and meat preparations |
Meat and meat products |
N/A |
02 - Dairy products and birds’ eggs |
Milk and milk products |
N/A |
03 - Fish (not marine mammals), crustaceans, molluscs… |
Fish and fish products |
N/A |
04 - Cereals and cereal preparations |
Rice and its derivatives |
N/A |
05 - Vegetables and fruit |
Vegetables, fruits and nuts, jams/jellies, fruit juices. |
N/A |
06 - Sugars, sugar preparations and honey |
Sugars and their derivatives |
N/A |
07 - Coffee, tea, cocoa, spices and manufactures thereof |
Coffee and its derivatives |
N/A |
09 - Miscellaneous edible products and preparations |
Margarine, sauces, soups and broths, yeasts. |
N/A |
41 - Animal oils and fats |
Animal oils and fats |
N/A |
42/43 - Fixed vegetable fats and oils, crude, refined or fractionated |
soybean oil, olive oil, corn oil, and vegetable oil. |
N/A |
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Please note: WFP / Logistics Cluster maintain complete impartiality and are not in a position to endorse, comment on any company's suitability as a reputable service provider.
Honduras - 3.5.2 Additional Suppliers
Overview
Honduras possesses multiple strengths and the potential for faster growth and greater shared prosperity, due to its strategic location, a growing industrial base, continued efforts to diversify its exports, and a young and growing population.
In Honduras, operational support equipment and other relevant materials are widely available and used in humanitarian operations as well as in programming at the national and district levels. These key commodities are procured through different channels, including imports and trade partnerships with domestic and international suppliers.
In terms of equipment for humanitarian operations, tents of different sizes and capacities are available to provide temporary shelter to displaced or disaster-affected people. Water pumps and piping systems are also in place to facilitate access to drinking water in areas where water infrastructure may be limited. Water reservoirs are also available for water storage and distribution in communities in need of additional supply.
Some of the main economic sectors in Honduras according to their activity are:
- Agriculture: it is the most important generator of production, income, exports and employment of the Honduran economy, in addition to providing valuable environmental services. The rural population that has emigrated abroad sends significant foreign exchange earnings. However, the sector receives little state support, credit and investment, which restricts its sustained development. In recent years, their growth has been weak and volatile, with low productivity and little competitiveness, and the potential of forests is underutilized. Some activities (melon, African palm, poultry, aquaculture, sugarcane and pineapple) show strong dynamism and some diversification has been achieved.
- Forestry: the importance of this sector is that it contributes 0.87% to the economic growth of Honduras, thus presenting a deficit in the trade balance of wood products during the years under study; tied to the above, in the country the use of the forest is reflected at the private level for industrial purposes, using pine roundwood in greater proportions. In other words, the use has only been of a raw material nature and there are few technological processes that allow these products to obtain a greater added value.
- Maquila Industry: The maquila sector is one of the main industries of the Honduran economy. It is of great importance for the country, both in attracting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and in generating new sources of employment. According to data from the Honduran Association of Maquiladores, 315 national and foreign companies are part of the sector, distributed in 9 areas. Business opportunities exist throughout the entire value chain of the maquila sector. In such a way that the more integrated it is, the more competitive it becomes. These range from supply of supplies, design, packaging, various and comprehensive services such as administration and logistics systems, among others.
- Electric Power and Water: The electricity sector in Honduras is called a vertically integrated utility (except for about half of the capacity of electricity generation), an unfinished attempt to reform the sector in the early 90s, the increasing percentage of thermal generation in the last two decades, the weak financial state of the state-owned company (ENEE) (Empresa Nacional de Energía Eléctrica), large technical and commercial losses in transmission and distribution, and poor electricity coverage in rural areas.
The drinking water and sanitation sector has gained coverage of water supply and sanitation services and has increased significantly over the last few decades. However, the quality and efficiency of the services are deficient, and gaps in coverage persist, especially in rural areas.
- Construction: The construction industry sector contributes approximately between 6.3 and 6.8 percent of GDP, making it the sixth most important sector for the national economy and the third economic activity that generates the most jobs.
- Transport: responsible for the mobilization of the different goods and transport of passengers in a maximum way, which includes the land and air transport service.
- Communications: it have been advancing at a good step, innovating in them almost at the same time as the other countries. Emphasizing that Honduras still has a long way to go in terms of communication strategies, but it also registered an increase of 3.6% in 2022.
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Please note: WFP / Logistics Cluster maintain complete impartiality and are not in a position to endorse, comment on any company's suitability as a reputable service provider.
Honduras - 3.6 Additional Services
Overview
Honduras has a diversity of investment sectors, some considered as the main ones, and others with a lot of potential for growth, exports and stability, in the domestic and foreign markets. Mentioning among these the hotel chains and different lodgings according to what the consumer wants, as for the electricity sector, there are companies at the municipal or departmental level that provide this service, with financial services there are certain numbers of banks and financial entities that operate in the country.
Accommodation
Honduras has an extensive hotel infrastructure in the main cities of the country, many 5-star hotels with swimming pools, cable TV, broadband internet, next to the beach, for greater attraction to tourists, citizens nationwide and business travelers, as well as houses or apartments for rent furnished and unfurnished. for short and long seasons. For greater interest, you can contact the different agencies or websites in charge of providing various options for these services.
Electricity and Power
The electricity sector in Honduras is quite varied, so different sources of energy production are offered in the country, 7 primary energy sources are identified: hydropower, wind, geothermal, solar, firewood, bagasse, and vegetable fuels. These energy sources are known as primary because they do not need any kind of transformation and, therefore, can be used as they are found in nature. Each of them is represented by a network of companies that seek to offer a better service to the Honduran people.
Electricity can reach homes in a variety of ways. Hydropower is the most common of these. Honduras is home to the sixteenth hydroelectric dam in the world, the “Central Hidroeléctrica Francisco Morazán”, making it one of the country's main sources of electricity.
Electricity and Power Summary Table |
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Production Unit |
Type (Hydroelectric, Thermal, etc.) |
Installed Capacity (MW) |
Current Production (MW) |
GWH |
HYDROPOWER |
2430.09 |
2430.09 |
GWH |
WIND |
818.29 |
818.29 |
GWH |
PHOTOVOLTAIC |
1118.14 |
1118.14 |
GWH |
GEOTHERMAL |
254.46 |
254.46 |
GWH |
FIREWOOD |
|
4275.24 |
GWH |
BAGASSE |
|
1574.08 |
GWH |
OTHER BIOMASS AND WASTE |
1960.80 |
1960.80 |
https://siehonduras.olade.org/WebForms/Reportes/ReporteBalanceEnergetico.aspx?or=-501&ss=2&v=1
Financial services
Financial companies in Honduras whose operations are the sale of financial services are regulated by the law of financial institutions, this law aims to regulate the organization, constitution, operation, merger, transformation and liquidation of the institutions of the national financial system, another regulatory entity is the commercial code and on the other hand we have the regulations provided by the Banco Central de Honduras which is the main financial institution in Honduras. a market economy, thus being the state institution that formulates, develops and executes the country's monetary, credit and exchange rate policy.
Postal and Courier Services
This sector is characterized by being dedicated to transporting written documents and small or medium-sized packages (parcels) within the country and around the world.
Printing and Publishing
The printing market continues to boom in new technologies and improve the efficiency levels of companies. Other companies oversee offering a good high-end editing service to the client and others are not.
Taxi companies
The type of taxi transport has become very widespread in the city, both within the collective taxi modality, which has a station point or a specific route assigned, and the neighborhood taxi or without a defined point or route. This service is used by sectors of the population with lower middle incomes upwards.
There are several companies nationwide in charge of managing taxis, having their own fleet or having affiliates from third parties.
There are also Uber operations in the main cities, this service has a good level of demand, especially in the medium and high categories.
Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance/Workshops
There are many workshops for the various brands that are distributed nationwide, guaranteeing good maintenance in each of the vehicles.
Vehicle Rental
There are many car rental offices conveniently located in all departments, with availability for the various brands that are distributed in the country, taking into account among them Rent-A-Car, KAYAK that offer a variety of vehicles according to the customer's needs.
Disclaimer: Inclusion of company information in the LCA does not imply any business relationship between the supplier and WFP / Logistics Cluster, and is used solely as a determinant of services, and capacities.
Please note: WFP / Logistics Cluster maintain complete impartiality and are not in a position to endorse, comment on any company's suitability as a reputable service provider.
Honduras - 4.2 Humanitarian Agency Contact List
Organization
|
Sector |
Street / Physical Address |
Name |
|
Phone Number (Office) |
Website |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
COPECO |
International cooperation |
Tegucigalpa, Aldea el Ocotal 300 meters |
Daniela Bardales |
2229-0606 |
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UNICEF |
Water, Sanitation and Hygiene |
United Nations Building, Col. San Carlos, Calle Republica de México No. 2816/Tegucigalpa, M.D.C. |
Gerson Urtecho |
2236-1300
|
||
IFRC |
Emergency Accommodation |
7 Calle, Comayaguela 11101 |
Lilia Blades |
coord1.honduras@sheltercluster.org / coord.americas@sheltercluster.org |
2237-1800 |
www.ifrc.org m/387 |
OIM |
Shelter Coordination and Management |
Colonia Palmira, 3rd Avenue, Brazil Street, block 3, house 12. |
Lourdes Ardón |
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OCHA |
Multisectoral Coordination |
Guijarros Corporate Building, Colonia Lomas del Guijarro Sur, Bloque W, Ave. Berlin, #500, Tegucigalpa |
Erlin Palma |
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PMA |
Logistics |
Col. Castaño Sur, BI G, House 7 Virgilio Zelaya Rubí promenade. |
Tania Ochoa |
2236-9002 |
||
UNHCR |
Protection |
United Nations House, Avenida República de Panamá |
Lina Castro |
+504. 2220-1100 |
||
UNICEF |
Child Protection |
United Nations Building, Col. San Carlos, Calle Republica de México No. 2816/Tegucigalpa, M.D.C. |
Francisco Urbina |
+504 2236-1300 |
||
UNFPA |
Gender-based violence |
Brazil Street, Block 3, House 12. |
Ambar Assaf |
+504 2236 1300 |
||
OPS-OMS |
OPS-OMS |
3RPC+33G, Boulevard Suyapa, Tegucigalpa |
Alex Padilla |
+504 2276-9600 |
||
UNFPA |
Sexual and Reproductive Health |
Brazil Street, Block 3, House 12. |
Silvia Padilla |
+504 2236 1300 |
||
PMA-FAO
|
Food safety |
Col. Castaño Sur, BI G, House 7 Virgilio Zelaya Rubí promenade. |
Hector Cruz |
+504 2236-9002 |
||
UNICEF |
Nutrition |
United Nations Building, Col. San Carlos, Calle Republica de México No. 2816/Tegucigalpa, M.D.C. |
Cynthia Paguada |
+504 2236-1300 |
||
UNDP |
Early Recovery |
Avenida República de México 2816, Colonia San Carlos. |
Astrid Mejia |
(+504) 2236-1300. |
||
OPS-OMS |
Bless you |
Honduras, 3RPC+33G, Boulevard Suyapa, Tegucigalpa |
TBD |
N/A |
2276-9600 |
|
UNFPA |
Sexual and Reproductive Health |
Brazil Street, Block 3, House 12. |
Jose Zepeda |
+504 2269-1890 |
||
PMA-FAO |
Food safety |
Col. Castaño Sur, BI G, House 7 Virgilio Zelaya Rubí promenade. |
TBD |
N/A |
+504 2236-1300 |
honduras.un.org |
UNICEF |
Water, sanitation and hygiene |
Edificio de Las Naciones Unidas, Col. San Carlos, calle Republica de México No. 2816/Tegucigalpa, M.D.C.Unidas, Col. San Carlos, calle |
Gerson Urtecho |
+504 2236-1300 |
||
UNHCR |
Protection |
United Nations House, Avenida República de Panamá |
Jacopo Sarti Widell |
+504 2256-5544 |
||
UNFPA |
Gender-based violence |
Brazil Street, Block 3, House 12. |
TBC |
+504 2269-1890 |
||
UNICEF |
Child Protection |
United Nations Building, Col. San Carlos, Calle Republica de México No. 2816/Tegucigalpa, M.D.C. |
TBD |
+504 2236-1300 |
||
OIM |
Shelter coordination and management |
Colonia Palmira, 3rd Avenue, Calle del |
Carlos Galindo |
|||
UNICEF |
Education |
United Nations Building, Col. San Carlos, Calle Republica de México No. 2816/Tegucigalpa, M.D.C. |
Ever Alvarenga |
+504 2236-1300 |
||
IFRC / Global Communities |
Emergency accommodation |
Colonia Matamoros, Ave. Coruna, #802 |
Lilia Blades |
coord1.honduras@sheltercluster.org / coord.americas@sheltercluster.org |
+504 2221-5043 |
|
OCHA |
Multisectoral Coordination |
Guijarros Corporate Building, Colonia Lomas del Guijarro Sur, Bloque W, Ave. Berlin, #500, Tegucigalpa |
Maria Puerto / Erlin Palma |
+504 2231-3300 |
Honduras - 4.3 Laboratory and Quality Testing Companies Contact List
4.3 Contact list of laboratory and quality testing companies
Street / Physical Address |
Name |
Charge |
|
Phone Number (Office) |
Fax Number |
Website |
Description of Services
|
|
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AGROBIOTEK |
3rd Ave. In front of Emergency of the polyclinic, 504 Comayagüela, Honduras |
Edwin Castro |
General Manager |
+504 2238-0872 |
n/a |
Leader in the region offering training and microbiological analysis services to the food production and processing industry, with special emphasis on food safety and sanitation for human consumption. |
||
PAN-AMERICAN AGRICULTURAL SCHOOL |
Palmira, Tegucigalpa, Honduras |
Tanya Müller Garcia |
Rector |
+504 2287-2000 |
(504) 2776-6240 |
Laboratory producing biological control agents for sustainable agriculture · |
||
HONDURAN AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION |
Adjacent to Instituto Patria, La Lima, Cortes, Honduras, C. A. |
Tony Ventura |
Human Resources Manager |
n/a |
504) 2668-2827 |
Fax. (504) 2668 2313 |
Provide laboratory services to the agricultural sector: agricultural chemical laboratory, plant protection laboratory, postharvest laboratory, cocoa cupping laboratory, pesticide residues laboratory. |
|
National Laboratory for Residue Analysis (LANAR) |
Colonia San José del pedregal main street adjacent to the Alfonso Guillen Zelaya Institute, Tegucigalpa. |
Allan Bernárdez
|
General Manager |
(504) 2245-8081 |
(504) 2245-7361 |
The greatest number of tests are requested to determine if plants or vegetables are contaminated with the presence of pesticides, but thiabendazole analysis and microbiological analysis are also performed. |
||
OIRSA |
Colonia Lomas del Guijarro, Calle Alfonso XIII #3735, Tegucigalpa, Honduras |
Jose Maradiaga |
Manager |
+504 2276-8370
|
N/A |
It supports Member States' efforts to achieve the development of their animal and plant health plans and the strengthening of their quarantine systems. |
Honduras - 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List
4.4 Honduras Port and Waterways
Contact list
Name of the Port |
Company |
Street / Physical Address |
Name |
Title |
|
Phone Number (Office) |
Website |
Key role |
Description of tasks |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cuts |
Solid Bulk Terminal
|
Empresa Nacional Portuaria, Portuaria 1ra calle, Puerto Cortés |
Leo Castellón |
President |
+504 2242-7830 |
Port company |
Improve the infrastructure of the Solid Bulk Terminal, expand and modernize it to make the operation more efficient. |
||
Puerto Cortes |
LOGRA Group |
Portón #3 ENP, Bo., 1 Calle, Puerto Cortés, Honduras |
Marlon Teruel |
Commercial Manager |
Multimodal bulk operation group |
Specialized and efficient service in the loading and unloading of goods with temporary storage in ports. |
|||
Puerto Cortes |
TEH |
R2VX+P7W, Puerto Cortés |
Rony Wood |
Administration Manager |
2242-7830 |
Terminal |
Operation Planning, supervisor of Shipping terminal, is responsible for receiving direct cargo to transport or unloading silos. It also assigns docks 3rd and 3B for the berthing of tankers importing fuel or its derivatives. |
||
Puerto Cortes |
General Cargo and Containers (ICTSI) |
Department of Puerto Cortes in Honduras |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
Container terminal |
The modernization of infrastructure, equipment and logistics. |
||
San Lorenzo |
National port company |
Portuaria 1ra calle, Puerto Cortés |
Carlos Bueso |
General Manager |
(504) 2665-0987 |
Port company |
Development of port works, coordinate port activities, attention of ships entering and leaving the country, hauling, stowage and storage of cargo, mechanical movement and movement of cargo, Control, custody and surveillance. |
||
Puerto Castilla |
National Port Company |
Portuaria 1ra calle, Puerto Cortés |
Carlos Bueso |
General Manager |
(504) 2665-0987 |
Port company |
Development of port works, coordinate port activities, attention of ships entering and leaving the country, hauling, stowage and storage of cargo, mechanical movement and movement of cargo, Control, custody and surveillance. |
||
La Ceiba |
National Port Company |
Portuaria 1ra calle, Puerto Cortés |
Carlos Bueso |
General Manager |
(504) 2665-0987 |
Port company |
Development of port works, coordinate port activities, attention of ships entering and leaving the country, hauling, stowage and storage of cargo, mechanical movement and movement of cargo, Control, custody and surveillance. |
Honduras - 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List
4.5 Honduras Contact List Airports and Airlines
Airport |
Company |
Physical Management |
Contact Name |
Charge |
|
Phone (office) |
Website |
|
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Palmerola
|
United Airlines |
Palmerola Airport |
Freddy Rodriguez |
General Manager |
n/a |
2557-4141
|
||
Avianca |
Palmerola Airport |
David Aleman |
Director general |
2281-8222 |
||||
Spirit |
Palmerola Airport |
Mauricio Acosta |
General Manager |
|||||
American Airlines |
Palmerola Airport |
Bern Osorto |
General Manager |
|||||
Copa Airlines
|
Palmerola Airport |
Michael Wehmeyer |
General Manager |
2516 2672 / 2233 2672 |
||||
Aeromexico |
Palmerola Airport |
Leslie Orizola |
Commercial Manager |
N/A |
800-2791-9025 |
|||
CM Airlines |
Palmerola Airport |
Victoria CM |
Regional Manager |
2290-1800. |
||||
Iberojet |
Palmerola Airport |
Oscar Castillo |
General Manager in Central America |
2262 0085 |
||||
Ramon Villeda Morales |
Avianca |
Metropolis, Suyapa Boulevard, Tegucigalpa |
Marlon Amador |
Chief executive officer |
servicioavianca@Avianca |
2281-8222 |
||
AeroMexico |
Shopping Center Galerias La Paz Ave. La Paz L-116 1st. Level. Tegucigalpa, Francisco Morazán. Honduras |
Leslie Orizola |
Commercial Manager |
N/A |
800-2791-9025 |
|||
America Airlines |
Palmira Building, Fte. Al Hotel Maya, Tegucigalpa |
Bern Osorto |
General Manager |
+504 2216-4800 |
||||
Air Europa |
Ramon Villeda Morales Airport |
Charles Earl |
General Manager |
N/A |
800 2791 9496 |
|||
Copa Airlines |
Ramon Villeda Morales Airport |
Michael Wehmeyer |
General Manager |
N/A |
2516 2672 / 2233 2672 |
|||
Delta |
|
Hector Troy |
Station Manager |
N/A |
800-2791-9326 |
|||
Spirit |
|
Mauricio Acosta |
General Manager |
|||||
United Airlines |
|
Geovany Rosa |
General Manager |
N/A |
800-279-19489 |
|||
Volarais |
|
Enrique Beltranena |
Director general |
N/A |
2202 7900 |
|||
CM Airlines |
|
Victoria CM |
Regional Manager |
2290-1800 |
||||
Sosa Airlines |
|
Carlos Mejia |
Quality Manager |
N/A |
2407-0246 |
|||
Goloson |
AeroCaribe of Honduras |
|
Livia Salgado |
General Manager |
2442-1088 |
|||
Aerolineas Sosa |
|
AeroCaribe of Honduras |
Quality Manager |
n/a |
2407-0246 |
|||
Air Transat |
|
Maria Pagano |
Brand Director |
N/A |
N/A |
|||
Avianca Honduras |
|
David German |
Director general |
2281-8222 |
||||
Cayman Airways |
|
Ivis Gonzales |
Deputy director |
|||||
Lanhsa Airlines |
|
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
+504 9436-7143 |
|||
Sunwing Airlines |
|
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
1 877 786 9464 |
|||
Juan Manuel Galvez |
|
Carlos Mejia |
Quality Manager |
|||||
|
Bern Osorto |
General Manager |
2791 9363 |
|||||
|
|
|
N/A |
2201-8320 |
||||
|
Victoria CM |
Regional Manager |
2290-1800 |
|||||
|
Hector Troy |
Station Manager |
N/A |
2550-1616 |
||||
|
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
2442-1283 / 2441-3226 |
||||
|
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
+1-860-294-8474 |
||||
|
Stephen Hunter |
Director general |
N/A |
1 877 786 9464 |
||||
|
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
2263 2999 |
||||
|
Steven Schulte |
Chief executive officer |
2226-2626 |
|||||
|
Geovany Rosa |
General Manager |
N/A |
2557-4141 |
||||
|
Enrique Beltranena |
President General |
N/A |
2202 7900 |
||||
|
Edward Sims |
President |
N/A |
N/A |
||||
Toncontin |
CM Airlines
|
|
Victoria CM |
Regional Manager |
2290-1800 |
|||
SOSA Airlines
|
|
Carlos Mejia |
Quality Manager |
N/A |
2407-0246 |
|||
Lanhsa Airlines
|
|
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
2442-1283 / 2441-3226 |
Honduras - 4.6 Storage and Milling Companies Contact List
Location |
Name |
|
Phone |
Website |
Service |
|
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Industrias Molineras S.A. (IMSA) |
Km. 3 Road to Puerto Cortés, Choloma, |
Engels Sanchez
|
9850-0090 |
Supplier of Corn Flour, Rice, Wheat Flour |
||
DEMAHSA |
Peripheral ring, Fte. A Shell Gas Station, Prados Universitarios, Tegucigalpa, Honduras |
Maria Lopez |
(504) 2626-4300 |
Corn Flour Supplier |
||
HONDUPALMA ECARA |
3RX8+JQ4, Tegucigalpa |
Nelson Araya |
(504) 2221-0024 |
Vegetable Oil Supplier |
||
Molino Harinero Sula S.A. |
Exit road north Col. El Carrizal, Comayaguela. |
Antonio Guillen |
(504) 2566-1411 |
Wheat Flour Supplier |
||
Agroindustrias Portal del Granero S. de R.L. |
S. Der.l. Km 7 Carretera al Sur El Tistatillo Comayaguela |
Daniel Lara |
(504) 2226-5646 |
Bean Supplier |
||
Maturave Benefit |
Km 15 highway to Olancho |
Humberto Quiroz |
(504) 2291-6125 |
Bean Supplier |
||
Honduran Institute of Agricultural Marketing |
Silos MIA Col. Kennedy |
Hernan Avila |
(504) 2230-5719 |
Bean Supplier |
||
Elim Agroindustrial Society |
Road to Olancho/RN-15 |
n/a |
(505) 2291-5954 |
Bean Supplier |
||
Association of Agricultural Producers of the North of Olancho - ASOPRANO |
300 meters to Community of Cofradia Salama Olancho Honduras |
n/a |
(504) 9954-1562 |
Bean Supplier |
||
DINANT |
Barrio Morazan, in front of tropical plants, Suyapa Boulevard, Tegucigalpa 11101 |
Oscar Salgado |
n/a |
Palm oil, banana, corn and fresh vegetables |
||
ABC Food |
Kilometer 13, exit to Puerto Cortés, Curva La Victoria, Choloma |
Ludwin Flores
|
Dedicated to the production of natural foods: oats and granola. |
|||
Walmart |
Armed Forces Boulevard, Mall, Mall Las Cascadas, Tegucigalpa |
Roberto Nuñez |
Groceries · Juices and Beverages · Beers, wines and spirits · Frozen Food · Bakery and tortillería · Dairy · Sausages · Fruits and Vegetables. |
|||
Diprova |
Colonia Modelo, main street adjacent to Estadio Los Angeles Comayagüela, Honduras |
Gabriel Kafati |
9500-1015 |
Vegan Products, Personal Care, Meats, Beverages & Juices, Seafood , Babies & Children
|
||
Jaremar Group |
UNIMERC S.A. de C.V., Km 15, Buffalo, Villanueva, Cortes. |
Rene Becerra |
(504) 25617400 |
Leader in the field of agro-industrial and mass consumption products |
Honduras - 4.7 Honduras Fuel Providers Contact List
Company
|
Location |
Physical Management |
Name |
Charge |
|
Number Phone (office) |
Website |
Description of Service |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Chevron-Texaco |
Tegucigalpa - Honduras |
Nationwide coverage |
Ana Belinda Martinez |
General Manager |
+504 2556-7130 |
Fueling |
||
Unopetrol |
Tegucigalpa – Honduras |
Nationwide coverage |
Axel Osorio |
Supervisor |
+504 2236-8788
|
Fuel supply, pure energy in the aviation sector. |
||
Puma Energy |
Tegucigalpa – Honduras |
Nationwide coverage |
Ana Vicente |
General Manager |
+504 22808900 |
Fueling |
Honduras - 4.8 Transporter Contact List
Company
|
Name |
|
Phone Number |
Website |
Service Provided |
INTRAMOKA (Miss Karen) |
Samuel Everett |
8836-8445 |
N/A |
Maritime cargo transport. |
|
FIGO Maritime Investments |
Freddy Goff |
|
8849-7417 |
N/A |
Maritime cargo transport. |
Inversiones del Atlántico Mejía |
Terencio Mejia |
8971-5151 |
N/A |
Maritime cargo transport. |
|
Transport Lainez |
Onan Lainez |
2795-5401 |
n/a |
Cargo and ground transportation company |
|
TRASIN |
Rolando Fuentes |
9535 9735 |
n/a |
Cargo and transport company |
|
Transport The Lainez Brothers |
Alejandra Lainez |
3294-8959 |
n/a |
Cargo and transport company |
|
Transport Monte Gerizim |
Rigoberto Garcia/ Victoria de Garcia |
2557-3120 |
n/a |
Cargo and transport company |
|
Edwin Transport |
Edwin Fuentes |
9953-4636
|
n/a |
Cargo and transport company |
|
Meza Transport |
Hector Orlando Meza |
9909-0454 |
N/A |
Cargo and transport company |
|
Transport Navarro |
Marel Navarro/ Oneyda Patricia Reyes |
9539-0393 |
N/A |
Cargo and transport company |
|
Aguilar Transport |
Esau Reyes Aguila/ Maria Aguilar |
9798-7589 |
N/A |
Cargo and transport company |
Honduras - 5.1 Acronyms and Abbreviations
5.1 Acronyms and Abbreviations
Acronym |
Full Name |
---|---|
ADRA |
Adventist Development and Relief Agency |
AECID |
The International Development and Cooperation Spanish Agency |
AHAC |
Honduran Civil Aeronautical Agency |
ARSA |
Health Regulatory Agency |
AWB |
Airway Bill |
BL |
Bill of Lading |
C&F |
Cost & Freight |
CARE |
Cooperative for Assistance and Relief Everywhere |
CENTREX |
Export Processing Centre |
CFS |
Container Freight Stations |
COEN |
National Emergency Operations Centre |
CONASEVI |
National Road Safety Council |
CONATEL |
National Telecommunications Commission |
COPECO |
Secretary of State in the Risk and Contingency Bureaux |
CRH |
Cruz Roja Hondureña |
DARA |
Honduras Customs Administration |
DGAC |
General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics |
DUCA |
Central American Single Declaration |
DVA |
Customs Value Declaration |
EAP |
Economically Active Population |
EEH |
Energy Company Honduras |
EHISA |
Honduran Airport Infrastructure and Services Company |
ENEE |
The National Electricity Company |
ERSAPS |
Regulatory Entity for Drinking Water and Sanitation Services |
FAO |
Food and Agriculture Organization |
FAUCA |
The Central American Single Customs Form |
GPRS |
General Pocket Radio Service |
GRT |
Gross Register Tonnage |
IATA |
International Air Transport Association |
ICAO |
International Civil Aviation Organization |
ICF |
Forest Conservation Institute |
IDPs |
Internally Displaced Persons |
IFRC |
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies |
IHSS |
Honduran Institute of Social Security |
ILS |
Instrument Landing System |
IMF |
International Monetary Fund |
INGO |
International NGO |
IOM |
International Organization for Migration |
ISPs |
Internet Service Providers |
KVA |
Kilo Volt Ampere |
LCA |
Logistics Capacity Assessment |
MOU |
Memorandum of Understanding |
MT |
Metric Tons |
MW |
Megawatt |
N/A |
Not Available |
NDB |
Non-directional beacon |
NFI |
Non-food Items |
NGO |
Non-governmental Organization |
NRC |
The Norwegian Refugee Council |
OCHA |
Office of the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs |
OIRSA |
International Regional Organization for Agricultural health |
PAHO-OPS |
Pan American Health Organization |
PEGIR |
The State Policy for Integral Risk Management of Honduras |
PIA |
Palmerola International Airport S.A de C.V |
RC |
Resident Coordinator |
RoRo |
Roll on Roll off |
SAG |
Secretary of agriculture and Livestock |
SAN |
Food Security and Nutrition |
SANAA |
National Autonomous Service of Aqueducts and Sewerage Systems |
SAR |
Rental Administration Service |
SEDUC |
Honduran Ministry of Education |
SEFIN |
Secretary of Finance |
SENASA |
National Health and Safety Service |
SEPLAN |
Technical Secretariat for Planning and Evaluation of Honduras |
SESAL |
Secretary of Health Honduras |
SIECA |
Secretariat for Central American Economic Integration |
SINAGER |
Law on the National Risk Management System |
SOPTRAVI |
Ministry of Public Works, Transport and Habitat of Honduras |
T |
Tons |
T&D |
Transmission and Distribution |
TEUs |
Twenty Foot Equivalent Units |
THC |
Terminal Handling Charge |
UNAIDS |
Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS |
UNCT |
United Nations Country Team |
UNDP |
United Nations Development Programme |
UNEP |
United Nations Environmental Programme |
UNESCO |
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization |
UNFPA |
United Nations Population Fund |
UNHAS |
United Nations Humanitarian Air Service |
UNHCR |
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees |
UNICEF |
United Nations Children's Fund |
(V)HF |
(Very) High Frequency |
VOR |
VHF omnidirectional radio range |
V-SAT |
Very Smart Aperture Terminal |
WASH |
Water, Sanitation and Hygiene |
WCO |
World Customs Organization |
WEF |
World Economic Forum |
WFP |
World Food Programme |
WHO |
World Health Organization |
WVI |
World Vision International |