Port of Matanzas

Matanzas (UN/LOCODE: VEMTV) is a deep‑water port on the Orinoco River basin in Bolívar State, Venezuela, at 8.316667° N, –62.800000° W within the America/Caracas timezone. Operated by the Bolivarian Naval Authority, it handles bulk carriers, tankers and general cargo vessels moving iron ore, bauxite, petroleum products and agricultural exports. Multimodal links—river barge routes, highway access to Ciudad Guayana and proximity to José María Vargas Airport—support inland distribution. Ongoing works deepen berths, upgrade cargo‑handling gear and enforce ISPS‑compliant security, strengthening Matanzas as a vital gateway for Venezuela’s southern trade corridors and regional logistics networks, and enhancing competitiveness in Caribbean markets overall.