Infrastructure and Services
Global connectivity and strategic access for your operations
International Logistics Infrastructure
Connectivity and Accessibility
Zona Franca La Candelaria se encuentra estratégicamente ubicada con acceso directo a las principales vías del corredor industrial de Cartagena, entre ellas la Carretera Mamonal y la Variante Mamonal-Gambote, que conecta con el interior del país. Esta posición privilegiada facilita el transporte terrestre eficiente de mercancías hacia cualquier destino nacional.
Como usuario operador de zona franca, Zona Franca La Candelaria garantiza una gestión logística de primer nivel, donde su proximidad a los terminales portuarios de SPRC y Contecar otorga a las empresas una conexión directa con las navieras y rutas marítimas más relevantes del mundo. A través del Grupo Puerto de Cartagena, operan líneas navieras líderes como Maersk Line, Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM, Evergreen y Ocean Network Express (ONE), entre otras, con conexiones a destinos estratégicos que incluyen:
North America: Ports including Miami and New York, providing access to both the East and West Coasts of the United States.
Europe: Spain, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
Central and South America: Panama, Brazil, Argentina, and Chile.
The Caribbean: Major islands and countries across the region, strengthening regional trade.
Utilities and Infrastructure
Al ser usuario operador de zona Franca dentro de Zona Franca La Candelaria cuenta con un completo portafolio de servicios públicos e industriales:
Water:
Potable water supplied through the city’s municipal water network, industrial-grade raw water for manufacturing processes, and a dedicated fire protection system.
Electricity:
Reliable power supply, with the flexibility to integrate renewable energy solutions according to each company’s operational requirements.
Natural Gas:
On-site infrastructure that enables reliable natural gas distribution throughout the Free Trade Zone.
Telecommunications:
High-speed connectivity, broadband internet access, telephone services, and on-site technical support. Companies also benefit from specialized technology solutions for Free Trade Zone operations through the PICIZ WEB platform.
Security
includes private security services, a 24/7 monitoring center, and automated access control systems. Companies also have access to risk management, occupational health, and safety services, supported by strategic institutional partnerships designed to meet the specific needs of each operation.
Strategic Partnerships
Zona Franca La Candelaria maintains strong partnerships with leading local and national organizations, including the Cartagena Chamber of Commerce, Invest in Cartagena, the National Association of Foreign Trade (Analdex), the National Business Association of Colombia (ANDI), and Business Alliance for Secure Commerce (BASC), among others. These partnerships strengthen the business ecosystem and provide added value to companies operating within the Free Trade Zone.
Training and Consulting
Zona Franca La Candelaria ofrece programas de capacitación y formación dirigidos a funcionarios y usuario operador de zona franca de las empresas, con énfasis en régimen de zonas francas, comercio exterior y fortalecimiento de competencias. Asimismo, brinda consultoría empresarial integral orientada a incrementar la productividad y competitividad de las organizaciones instaladas.
Industrial Buildings and Warehouses
Zona Franca La Candelaria offers industrial buildings and warehouses for sale or lease, designed to meet international standards and support both manufacturing and logistics operations. Facilities are available in sizes ranging from 2,000 m² to 20,000 m², with flexible layouts that can be adapted to each company’s operational requirements.
