Mexico’s refrigerated export market is a bustling arena, especially when it comes to perishables. From juicy fruits to tropical delights, Mexican avocado growers and exporters have mastered the art of keeping their produce fresh. But what exactly does this thriving market look like?
Most of Mexico’s avocados make their journey to its northern neighbor, the USA. In fact, for avocados headed to the US, 85% of local avocado exporters rely on trucks to move their produce across the border, arriving in just a couple of days. For markets farther away, Mexican avocados set sail from the ports of Manzanillo and Lazaro Cardenas, the main departure points for shipments to Asia, reaching their destination in less than 19 days. This strategic route has established the Pacific side of Mexico as a crucial hub for avocado exports to Asian markets.
The refrigerated market in Mexico has faced its fair share of challenges in recent years. Weather conditions play a critical role in this sector, especially for perishables and frozen goods. Extreme temperatures, drought conditions, and lack of water in major regions across Mexico is causing concern among growers, but despite these obstacles, the industry continues to adapt to meet global demand.
The Hass Effect
When it comes to avocados, the Hass variety from Mexico is in a league of its own. While more countries, like those in Africa and even the US, are slowly beginning to cultivate their own avocado plantations, Mexico's reputation for producing superior quality is highly sought after in destinations like Asia, Japan, the US, and Europe. Despite economic fluctuations and new competition, the demand for high quality avocados remains steady with the un-matched quality of Mexican Hass avocados remaining a favorite worldwide.
ZIM Mexico, a leading player in the refrigerated market, has seen tremendous growth over the past three years. Beyond fresh avocados, they have also diversified into shipping frozen juice to the Mediterranean and even pharmaceuticals to South American destinations.
A One-Stop Logistics Solution
When your logistics call for solutions ranging from your factory to the terminal, ZIM Mexico is your go-to destination. By arranging all elements of your cargo’s journey, covering port-to-port, door-to-door (or any other combination!) to/from the terminal, warehouse, or offshore depot, the smooth transit from your premises all the way to the port of discharge is managed seamlessly.
As a delicate commodity, maintaining the freshness of avocados during long journeys is crucial.
So, what else can you expect when shipping your produce with ZIM?
Controlled Atmosphere Solutions
From adjusting oxygen and carbon dioxide levels to maintaining optimal humidity, ZIM’s containers manage the consistent air supply inside the container. This process delays ripening, preserves the avocado, and ensures its fresh transport.
From adjusting oxygen and carbon dioxide levels to maintaining optimal humidity, ZIM’s containers manage the consistent air supply inside the containe…
Round-the-Clock Monitoring
ZIM holds the youngest refrigerated fleet in the industry and provides 24/7 tracking of ZIMonitor-equipped containers. This continuous control guarantees that any issues are instantly identified and resolved, ensuring the cargo’s quality throughout its journey.
ZIM holds the youngest refrigerated fleet in the industry and provides 24/7 tracking of ZIMonitor-equipped containers. This continuous control guarant…
Efficient Equipment Control
The equipment control department is closely collaborating with terminal operations, to address any container issues promptly and maintain the integrity of the cargo all around.
The equipment control department is closely collaborating with terminal operations, to address any container issues promptly and maintain the integrit…
Comprehensive Support
ZIM maintains close relationships not only with shippers and BCOs, but also with freight forwarders to ensure a seamless process from start to finish, coordinating between logistics, customer service, and sales, to always follow-up before, during, and after the cargo has arrived at its destination.
ZIM maintains close relationships not only with shippers and BCOs, but also with freight forwarders to ensure a seamless process from start to finish,…
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