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Port services in Cartagena

In Cartagena, the Caribbean’s main container hub, cargo moves quickly. Our reporting moves with it.

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Port Profile

Cartagena at a glance

Cartagena · CTG

LocationCartagena Bay, Colombian Caribbean.
TypeCaribbean container and transshipment hub.
ConnectivityOne of the largest container ports in Latin America.
CargoContainers, transshipment, general cargo, and project cargo.

Operations and Clients

TypeCaribbean Container Hub
RouteThe Americas · Europe · Asia
ClientsShipowners, shipping companies, charterers, agencies, supercargoes
Bilingual (Spanish/English) 24/7 operations Port B2B
Available services

What we do at Cartagena

01 Bunkering Survey

Bunkering Survey (On / Off Hire)

Onboard fuel measurement upon delivery and redelivery of the vessel, with a record of quantities.

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02 Cargo Inspection / Hold Condition

Cargo and Hold Inspection

Condition and damage to the cargo and inspection of the condition of the holds, with photographic evidence.

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03 Crane Operator

Crane Operator

Certified crane operators for safe and continuous loading and unloading operations.

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04 Deck Agent / Ship Agent Colombia

Deck Agent

Your representative on board. Liaison between the vessel, the terminal, and the agency, with real-time reporting.

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05 Draft Survey

Draft Survey

Weight of bulk cargo per draft reading, with a certificate of quantity.

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06 Hold Cleaning

Hold Cleaning

Coordination and supervision of hold cleaning to prepare the vessel for the next cargo.

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07 Marine & Port Solutions

Maritime and Port Solutions

Comprehensive, customized solutions for maritime and port operations in the Colombian Caribbean.

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08 P&I Correspondent

P & I

Handling of P&I claims and damage surveys, acting as a port correspondent in the event of claims.

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09 Port Captain

Port Captain

Technical supervision of onboard operations, representing the interests of the shipowner or charterer.

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10 Special Transport & Husbandry

Special Transportation and Husbandry

Comprehensive logistical support during port calls.

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11 Stevedores / Stevedoring

Stevedores (Loading and Unloading)

Stevedoring crews for loading, unloading, and storage, ready when the ship docks.

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12 Tally / Daily Report

Tally and Daily Report

Certified count of each unit loaded and unloaded, with a daily productivity report.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Operate in Cartagena

Essential information before coordinating a ship’s arrival. If your situation is different, please let us know the port and the estimated date.

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What services do you provide in Cartagena?
Blue Sea’s twelve services, with a focus on ship/deck agency, P&I correspondence, cargo inspection, and operations coordination. Cartagena is the location with the highest number of inquiries regarding sector closures.
Do you handle container and transshipment operations in Cartagena?
Yes. We coordinate vessel representation and operational reporting at the Caribbean’s main container hub.
How do I request a quote for Cartagena?
Send us the port and ETA via the form or WhatsApp, and we’ll confirm availability and scope of services.
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