Chilean ports handled 115 million tonnes of cargo in 2025

Chile’s port system closed 2025 with a total throughput of 115,066,936 tonnes, driven mainly by strong export performance. Data consolidated by the country’s National Customs Service show 3.57% growth compared to the previous year, when 111.1 million tonnes were handled.

Of the total volume recorded in 2025, exports accounted for 64.3 million tonnes (up 1.3%), while imports totaled 50.7 million tonnes, posting a stronger increase of 6.6%.

Operational highlights by region

Customs statistics indicate that the Port of Caldera was the main outbound gateway for goods, handling 8.4 million tonnes. It was followed by the terminals of Patillos (6.1 million) and Huasco/Guacolda (5.1 million).

On the inbound side, the Port of San Antonio reinforced its position as the leading import hub, moving 12.3 million tonnes. The top three were completed by Mejillones (8.1 million) and Quintero (7.9 million).

Cargo profile: Minerals and fuels

Chile’s export mix remains heavily concentrated in the extractive sector. Copper ores and concentrates led shipments with 14.7 million tonnes, closely followed by iron ore (14.4 million tonnes) and rock, sea, and brine salt (8.4 million tonnes).

On the import side, when measured by CIF value (Cost, Insurance, and Freight), diesel fuel was the top item, totaling more than US$ 4.4 billion. The automotive sector also carried significant weight: passenger vehicles reached US$ 3.6 billion, while goods transport vehicles totaled US$ 2.8 billion.

Source: Portal Portuário

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