The administrator of the Panama Maritime Authority (AMP), Luis Roquebert, participated in the ceremony marking the start of construction of the Puerto Barú multipurpose marine terminal, located in the province of Chiriquí. This ambitious project seeks to enhance the region’s port and logistics infrastructure, with a positive impact on various sectors.
Roquebert highlighted the AMP’s commitment to this initiative, emphasizing its importance for the Chiriquí economy. “We support this infrastructure, which will boost the competitiveness of the agricultural sector, promote sustainable tourism, and strengthen the country’s maritime connectivity,” he stated.
The administrator also noted that the next key step will be the selection of an operator that maximizes the port’s potential, aligned with the AMP’s strategic plan. “This project will position Panama as a global leader in the maritime, port, and logistics sectors, through first-class infrastructure and innovative services,” he added.
The project is based on three pillars: eco-environmental tourism, agribusiness, and logistics. It is expected to create more than 1,200 direct jobs during the construction phase, 900 jobs during its operation, and 600 indirect jobs, benefiting more than 10,000 families in the Chiriquí district and the David district.
Ismael González, general manager of Puerto Barú, explained that the project, under development since 2020, seeks to transform the city of David into a world-class logistics hub. “David will be completely transformed with this terminal, taking advantage of its strategic location near the Pan-American Highway, Enrique Malek Airport, Paso Canoas, Boquete, Tierras Altas, and the Ngäbe region. This port will also be the first green port in the country, meeting the highest environmental standards,” stated González.
The Puerto Barú multipurpose marine terminal will be a catalyst for Panama’s western region, attracting investment, strengthening trade, and positioning Chiriquí as a benchmark for sustainable infrastructure and economic development.
