Port Philadelphia

Located in the heart of the northeastern United States, the Port of Philadelphia is close to majordistribution centers, manufacturers, and car dealerships. The port is connected to two Class I railroads and is easily accessible from I-95 and other major state highways. The Greater Philadelphia port complex is the largest gateway for fruit imports into the United States and one of the main entry points in North America for meat and dairy products.

PORT FACILITIES

The Packer Avenue Marine Terminal is the primary container-handling facility at the Port of Philadelphia and is located on the Delaware River. It also handles large volumes of automobile cargo, steel, and project cargo. Immediate access to two major rail yards and interstate highways ensures PAMT customers excellent and fast land connections. The Packer Avenue Marine Terminal uses 5 gantry cranes, as well as dock equipment such as loaders, forklifts, and yard hustlers. It has more than 2,200 reefer plugs and a 61,600 cubic meter cold storage facility, in addition to several dry warehouses.

MARFRET IN THE UNITED STATES

Marfret USA, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Compagnie Maritime Marfret and acts as its agent. The agency has represented Marfret since January 1996, and its headquarters are located in Norfolk, Virginia. The MARFRET USA staff is highly experienced in handling refrigerated and dry container transportation, serving the Americas, Europe, and Oceania. Marfret USA stands out from larger carriers by offering excellent customer service and 24-hour accessibility.