The Port of Chancay operates with around 8 active shipping lines. Among the most notable routes is COSCO Shipping Lines' CHX3 service, connecting Paita (Peru), Chancay, and Caldera (Costa Rica) weekly, plus a direct route linking Chancay with the port of Zhangjiagang in China, cutting transit to Shanghai from 35 to 25 days.
Active routes
- CHX3 — Paita, Chancay, and Caldera (Costa Rica), a weekly COSCO Shipping Lines service
- Chancay–Zhangjiagang (China) — a direct route to Asia
- Connections to multiple transpacific routes through COSCO's network
Why the direct connection matters
Before Chancay, Peruvian cargo headed to Asia usually made intermediate stops elsewhere, lengthening the trip. The direct connection saves 10-12 days of transit toward Asian markets.
Frequently asked questions
- How many shipping lines operate at Chancay?
- Around 8 shipping lines, according to industry reports.
- What is the CHX3 service?
- A weekly COSCO Shipping Lines service connecting Paita, Chancay, and Caldera (Costa Rica).
- Does Chancay have a direct route to China?
- Yes, including a connection to the port of Zhangjiagang, cutting Shanghai transit to 25 days.
Source: Gestión.
Source: Gestión