UN/LOCODE: UYNVP📍 Uruguay
Port of Nueva Palmira (UN/LOCODE UYNVP)
❖ Coordinates: -33.8775°N, -58.4002°E
❖ Time Zone: America/Montevideo
❖ UN/LOCODE: UYNVP
## About the Port
Nueva Palmira is a modern commercial port situated on the Río Uruguay, just a few kilometers downstream of the city of Colonia del Tronco in the Colonia department of Uruguay. The port, designated by the UN/LOCODE **UYNVP**, operates in the **America/Montevideo** time zone and is located at latitude **‑33.877469** and longitude **‑58.4002165**. Its strategic position along the Río Uruguay makes it an essential hub for both inland and coastal shipping, connecting Uruguay with Argentina, Brazil and the wider Atlantic shipping lanes.
Operated under the administration of the State-owned entity **Administración Nacional de Puertos (ANP)**, Nueva Palmira functions as a multi‑modal terminal that handles bulk commodities, containerised cargo, and vehicle traffic. The port benefits from the groundwater runoff of the Río Uruguay and accommodates vessels up to 200 m in length and 30 m in beam, making it suitable for medium‑sized commercial ships and river barges.
## History
### Early Beginnings (1870‑1940)
The origins of Nueva Palmira can be traced back to the late 19th century when settlers in the Colonia region sought a reliable point of loading for agricultural produce. In 1878, a modest river wharf was established on真Río Uruguay, primarily to serve the transport of cattle, dairy products and cereals to Buenos Aires and Montevideo.
### Modernization and Expansion (1941‑2000)
Throughout the mid‑20th century, the Argentine and Uruguayan governments invested in upgrading riverine chronology. By 1967 a small dredging program was added to keep the channel navigable for vessels up to 12 m draft. The opening of the **Port of Colonia** in 1973, a larger coastal facility, shifted the bulk of Uruguay’s maritime throughput away from small river ports.
The 1990s witnessed a renewed focus on revitalisation as part of Uruguay’s broader strategy to diversify trade routes. In 1999, the **Nuevo Puerto de Nueva Palmira** project was approved, yielding a dedicated bulk cargo pier, warehouses, and an industrial corridor along the riverbank. Construction was completed in 2003, solidifying Nueva Palmira’s role as a regional logistics node.
### Current Status (2001‑Present)
Since 2010, the port has undergone continuous refinenspiele in technology, with the installation of real‑time vessel monitoring systems, automated container tracking and eco‑friendly shore power supplies. The port's authority has signed multiple public‑private partnership engagements to promote dredging, berth maintenance and infrastructure upgrades. It is now ranked among the top of river ports in the Río Negro basin for annual throughput.
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## Infrastructure & Facilities
### Berthsell and Depth
Nueva Palmira comprises **three main berths**:
- **Berth A**: 700 m, 8 m depth – dedicated to bulk grain and fertiliser containers.
- **Berth B**: 500 m, 7 m depth – primarily for vehicle transshipment and roll‑on/roll‑off (RoRo) operations.
- **Berth C**: 300 m, 6 m depth – handles general cargo in containerised form, operating with a standard container terminalkeletal infrastructure.
The port’s channel extends 40 km upstream to a depth of 6 m, maintained by quarterly dredging. A dynamically up‑dated *Float‑Rail Chart* aids navigation for regional craft.
### Storage and Terminal Facilities
- **Bulk Storage**: Two 15 000-ton grain silos and a 10 000-ton fertiliser warehouse.
- **Container Terminal**: 40 000 TEU (twenty‑foot equivalent units) capacity, with multipurpose storage (dry goods, refrigerated units, and hazardous materials).
- **Vehicle Quarantine**: 2,000‑slot ro‑ro dock area, integrated customs inspection, and a rapid vehicle‑inspection line.
All warehouses comply with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO 9001) and ISO 14001 (environmental management) certifications.
### Logistics filas
The port sits on an exclusive వస్తি‑road link, the **Ruta Nacional 36**, which connects to the **Ruta 14** major artery heading north to Buenos Aires. A railway spur links to Argentina’s General Roca Railway, creating a seamless inland distribution network.
### Port Authority and Services
The port authority offers:
- **Customs clearance** under the Federal Ministry of Finance and the *Thirteenth Regime* fast‑track system.codigo
- **Berth reservation** and shipping assistance via an online portal (24/7).
- **Environmental services**, including pollution monitoring, sanitary waste collection and stormwater mitigation.
Logistical partners include TOLL Freight, GlobalContainer, and RiverLink — dedicated to integrated multimodal freight solutions.
## Economic Importance
### Trade‑Fed Focusing
Nueva Palmira’s throughput has steadily increased: in 2022, total cargo volume reached **1.68 Mt** (million tonnes), a 12% rise from the previous year. BreakdownMA:
- **Bulk grain**: 75 % of throughput, comprising soybeans, corn and wheat.
- **Fertiliser**: 10 %
- **Containerised goods**: 8 %
- **Vehicles**: 5 %.
The port’s strategic position reduces shipping times for Argentine cold‑chain livestock and for Uruguayan dairy exports destined for Brazil and Europe.
### Employment and GDP Impact
- Directly **employs 750** workers, with an indirect multiplier effect of **4** for regional businesses and **30** support jobs in logistics,EVEREH service.
- Estimated contribution to Uruguay’s **GPD**: 4 billion Uruguayan pesos ( ~USD 450 m) in 2022, representing 0.7 % of the national GDP.
### Regional Development
Nueva Palmira has spurred secondary development: export‑focused agri‑businesses, cold storage farms, and industrial parks adjacent to the port. The port’s proximity to the agricultural heartland of Colonia has funcionando in a virtuous cycle, enabling producers to reach international markets more efficiently.
### Policy and Environmental Sustainability
In 2021, the **Plan de Desarrollo Marítimo Nacional** outlined a goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from port operations by 30 % over 10 years. Nueva Palmira has responded by installing shore‑power lines for powered vessels, deploying energy‑efficient cranes, and implementing a **Blue‑water E‑Vessel** system for ballast water management.
## Trade Routes & Major Cargo
### Market Destinations
| Destination | Primary Cargo | Distances | Shipping Time |
|-------------|---------------|-----------|---------------|
| **Buenos Aires** | Soybean and copper | 420 km | 6 hrs |
| **Santiago, Chile** | Grain & fertiliser | 1,150 km (via Río Uruguay + Pacific) | 48 hrs |
| **São Paulo** | Linseed, vehicles | 2,100 km (river + inland) | 96 듯 |
| **Hamburg, Germany** | 大发游戏官网특 | 3,900 km (river→Atlantic→English Channel) | 240 hrs |
| **New York, USA** | Dairy & oilseed | 2,100 km (river→Atlantic) | 140 hrs |
All shipping routes benefit from the **Río Uruguai spur** for river traffic and the access to the Atlantic via Buenos Aires port for longer distancies.
### Key Cargo Categories
1. **Agricultural Commodities**
- Soybeans: 40 % of the port’s throughput.
- Corn and Wheat: 20 %.
- Livestock: 15 % (primarily cattle and dairy products) e.s.
2. **Industrial and Fertiliser**
- Ammonium sulfate, Urea: 12 %.
- Chemicals: 5 %.
3. **Containerised Goods**
- Electronics, apparel, automotive parts: grep contribution 8 % to total cargo.
4. **Vehicle Ro‑Ro**
- Light/Medium vehicles, imported auto kits: 5 %.
### Shipping Partners
- **Naviera La Plata**: Argentinian carrier that supplies daily river services.
- **Hydro‑Maritime**: UK‑based trader managing grain, fertiliser dispatches to Europe.
- **Guaraní Express**: Uruguay’s URC liner network focusing on the Brazilian market.
Through these vessels, Nueva Palmira serves as a gateway to the **Brazuca‑Argentina‑Uruguay good‑twin** supply chain, connecting Uruguay’s diversified agribusiness with high‑growth export segments.
## Outlook and Future Developments
According to the **Port Development Plan 2024‑2030**, Nueva Palmira aims to:
- Expand container capacity by 30 % to accommodate rising e‑commerce demands.
- Introduce a *Digital Trade Hub* facilitating blockchain‑based documentation for trade.
- Achieve ISO 50001 Energy Management Certification to improve operational efficiency.
- Fascent **Port of Ignacy** all‑in‑one hub to integrate domestic and river ports for the **Colonia Sud** region.
The projection of a 6 % annual growth in cargo throughput will drive significant capital outlay, likely financed through a **Public‑Private Partnership** model involving international investors from Brazil and Chile.
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> For a detailed map and port regulations, consult the official portal of the **Administración Nacional de Puertos**: https://www.anp.com.uy.
Nueva Palmira remains a cornerstone of Uruguay’s maritime network, bridging inland agricultural production with international trade and fostering economic resilience in the region.
Port Intelligence
UN/LOCODE
UYNVP
Country
Uruguay
Province / Region
Colonia
Latitude
-33.877469
Longitude
-58.400216
Timezone
America/Montevideo
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What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Nueva Palmira?
The official UN/LOCODE for Port of Nueva Palmira is UYNVP.
Where is Port of Nueva Palmira located?
The Port of Nueva Palmira is located in Uruguay, Colonia. Its coordinates are -33.8775°N, -58.4002°E.
What time zone is Port of Nueva Palmira in?
Port of Nueva Palmira operates in the America/Montevideo time zone.
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