Governor Joaquín Díaz Mena of Yucatán, alongside Secretary of the Navy Raymundo Pedro Morales Ángeles, announced a significant investment of 7.9 billion pesos in Puerto Progreso. This investment aims to enhance the port’s infrastructure, boosting the economy and improving the well-being of Yucatecans.
Historic Investment
Governor Díaz Mena emphasized that this historic investment will position Puerto Progreso as one of Mexico’s six most important strategic ports. He described the announcement as a pivotal moment for the state’s economic development and a historic opportunity to enhance the well-being of its residents.
Joint Investment
The investment for Puerto Progreso is a collaborative effort with the state government. The plan includes expanding the remote terminal of Puerto Progreso to make it the most important port on the Yucatán Peninsula, facilitating the movement of goods both locally and internationally.
Modernization and Economic Development
Accompanied by the Secretary of the Navy, Díaz Mena highlighted the importance of this announcement for the modernization of the Port of Progreso. He referred to it as “the beginning of the construction of the Mayan Renaissance.” This initiative will strengthen the state’s infrastructure and serve as a key pillar for the economic and logistical development of the peninsula.
“This project consolidates Yucatán as a strategic axis in national and international maritime trade. It will open new opportunities for our productive sectors, generating jobs and improving the state’s competitiveness,” said Díaz Mena.
Project Details
During a morning press conference, Marco Antonio Martínez Blancarte, the general director of Port Development and Administration of the Navy (Semar), announced that the expansion project of the Deepwater Port of Progreso will proceed as planned. The project includes the construction of an 80-hectare platform, featuring a shipyard and terminals specialized in handling mineral bulk, liquefied gas, oil, and containers.
With this infrastructure, Yucatán will be better prepared to meet the demands of global trade and attract new investments in key sectors. The project, supervised by the Navy, is advancing with a vision of sustainability and environmental respect.
Source: El CEO
