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Istmo Terminals Group

Where two oceans meet.

Company Dossier

Overview

Istmo Terminals operates container and transshipment terminals at both the Atlantic (Colón) and Pacific (Balboa) entrances to the Panama Canal, handling over 4.1 million TEU annually.

History

Founded in 1996 following the privatization of Panamanian port concessions.

Expanded dramatically in 2016 alongside the opening of the expanded Neopanamax locks.

Atlantic Capital Group has held a controlling interest since 2012 in partnership with a Panamanian pension fund.

Highlights

  • 4.1M TEU annual throughput
  • Neopanamax-capable berths on both coasts
  • Rail link across the isthmus
  • 25-year concession renewal secured in 2021

Management

Ricardo Arosemena
Chief Executive Officer
Lucía Endara
Commercial Director