The Port of Chancay marks a fundamental change in the logistics of exporting perishable goods from South America to the Asian market. “By cutting the transit time to just 25 days to Shanghai, it opens up many opportunities to increase the quality and freshness of fruits and vegetables – essential factors in the perishable goods market,” says José Antonio Gómez Bazán, former CEO of Camposol.

With the support of these new “legs” for the journey, the analyst estimates that the range of product varieties that meet the quality standards necessary to reach the most distant markets will be improved, including some that were practically inaccessible due to this factor, such as India.

“The benefits extend beyond Peru. Neighboring countries such as Chile, Ecuador, Colombia and Brazil can also benefit from shorter transit times and thus potentially lower their transportation costs. This improvement, when accompanied by complementary infrastructure – such as a coastal railway and efficient maritime logistics – paves the way for a robust intercontinental corridor,” he predicts.

For José Antonio Gómez, it is clear that China's interest in Peru is driven by the country's strategic geographic location and its wealth of agricultural products, which puts even more emphasis on the critical role of water for this activity. This is more evident when comparing the abundance of the resource that Peru can show on a per capita level in terms of availability compared to nations such as China and India. "The future of agriculture and food security is based on sustainable practices and access to these essential resources," he adds.

“The opening of Chancay not only revolutionizes logistics, but also positions Peru and other South American nations as central players in the global food chain, ready to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving market,” he concluded.