The direct Chancay–Shanghai route shortens distances between Peru and China and strengthens maritime trade between both countries.

The new connection reduces transit times, logistics costs, and strengthens Peru’s presence in global maritime trade.

Since November 2024, a regular maritime route has been operating between the Port of Chancay (Peru) and the Port of Shanghai (China), marking a new milestone in connectivity between South America and Asia. This direct route reduces shipping times to 23 days and allows savings of up to 20% in freight costs, according to data from China Daily and FreshPlaza.

During the first nine months of 2025, trade through this route reached more than 154,000 tons of cargo worth approximately US$ 559 million, driven mainly by agricultural and fishing products.

The Port of Chancay, developed as a deep-water terminal, aims to become a regional logistics hub capable of receiving large vessels and enabling direct connections with major Asian markets.

For Peruvian trade, this new route represents a strategic opportunity to optimize times, reduce costs, and strengthen international logistics competitiveness.