Logistics Intelligence

Caribbean Supply Chain Analysis

Comprehensive logistics data, port performance metrics, and distribution channel analysis to optimize your Caribbean supply chain operations.

24.2M TEU
+6.8%
Port Throughput
Regional total
8.2 days
-0.4 days
Avg Transit Time
Miami to Caribbean
18.4%
-1.2pts
Logistics Cost
% of product cost
42M sq ft
+12%
Warehouse Capacity
Regional total

Major Caribbean Ports

PortCountryTEU VolumeGrowth
San Juan, PRPuerto Rico1.42M+4.2%
KingstonJamaica1.82M+8.6%
FreeportBahamas1.68M+5.4%
CaucedoDominican Rep.1.24M+12.1%
Port of SpainTrinidad0.52M+3.8%
BridgetownBarbados0.28M+2.4%

Distribution Channels

Direct Import

42%
Lead Time:14-21 days
Cost Index:High

Regional Hub

28%
Lead Time:7-14 days
Cost Index:Medium

Local Distributor

22%
Lead Time:3-7 days
Cost Index:Medium-High

Cross-Dock

8%
Lead Time:5-10 days
Cost Index:Low

Supply Chain Challenges

Fragmented Markets

High Impact

Solution: Multi-island hub strategy

Port Congestion

Medium Impact

Solution: Diversified port routing

Last-Mile Delivery

High Impact

Solution: Local partner networks

Customs Complexity

Medium Impact

Solution: Trade compliance support

Inventory Costs

High Impact

Solution: Demand forecasting AI

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main Caribbean supply chain challenges?

Key challenges include fragmented island markets requiring multi-node distribution, port congestion at major hubs, complex customs requirements across different jurisdictions, high last-mile delivery costs, and inventory carrying costs due to long lead times.

Which are the major transshipment ports in the Caribbean?

Kingston (Jamaica), Freeport (Bahamas), and Caucedo (Dominican Republic) are the major transshipment hubs. Kingston handles the most transshipment cargo, while Freeport serves as a key hub for US-Caribbean trade.

How can I optimize Caribbean distribution costs?

Strategies include: using regional hub models vs. direct shipping, consolidating shipments, partnering with local distributors, leveraging free trade zones, and implementing demand forecasting to optimize inventory levels.

What supply chain data do you provide?

We provide port performance data, freight rates, distribution channel analysis, warehouse capacity data, logistics cost benchmarks, carrier performance metrics, and custom supply chain assessments.

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