International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) said its Columbia operation in Puerto Aguadulce, the preferred terminal on the Colombian Pacific coast, is now handling container ship APL Fullerton — a milestone.

The CMA CGM-operated vessel — 398 meters in length and 51 meters in width — that sails under the flag of Singapore has a capacity of 19,856 twenty-foot equivalent units, making it the highest capacity ship to reach the Colombian coast, ICTSI said in a statement yesterday.

“The ship’s arrival on 9 September reaffirms the terminal’s logistical advantage and the trust shipping lines place in Puerto Aguadulce’s infrastructure and services. It also reflects the terminal’s growth, technological advancement, and commitment to operational excellence and continuous innovation,” it said.

Álvaro Otero, Puerto Aguadulce general manager, said APL Fullerton’s port call is a testament to the terminal’s “ongoing evolution and adaptation to the demands of global trade.”

“This achievement demonstrates that we are prepared to face the challenges of the international market and continue being the preferred terminal on the Colombian Pacific,” he said.

“Puerto Aguadulce has achieved significant milestones in the port industry in recent years, regularly handling high-capacity ships. This success is due to the terminal’s high standards in technology, human resources, safety, and innovation,” Otero added.

“With this latest achievement, Puerto Aguadulce reaffirms its commitment to continued growth alongside the region and maintaining its position as a benchmark in international trade. The company will advance, overcome new challenges, and prove that it is ready for the future,” ICTSI said.