Port of Kingston

Kingston combines Caribbean container transhipment with a broad range of cargo services for the domestic market. Ships use its harbour to exchange containers for onward voyages as well as to deliver imports and collect goods for export.

Kingston Freeport Terminal handles container traffic, while Kingston Wharves provides multipurpose facilities for vehicles, bulk commodities, breakbulk and project cargo. Warehousing, refrigerated container management and the packing or unpacking of containers support these waterfront operations.

The distinction between transhipment and local trade is central to the port’s role. Some cargo changes ships within the harbour network, while other consignments continue to inland customers or arrive from exporters. Both activities depend on the connection between terminal handling, storage and the next stage of transport.