Side-by-side comparison of Fray Bentos and Juan L. Lacaze port facilities and infrastructure — 166 km apart
Based on harbor characteristics, facilities, equipment and services, here is which port stands out for each use case between Fray Bentos and Juan L. Lacaze.
🏆 Fray Bentos
Better-equipped for dry bulk cargo (cranes, harbor size).
Key operational metrics for Fray Bentos and Juan L. Lacaze. Higher TEU = more throughput, lower CO₂/TEU = greener operations.
Fray Bentos is a small river natural port located in Uruguay, while Juan L. Lacaze is a very small open roadstead port located in Uruguay. The two ports are 166 km apart.
In terms of facilities, Fray Bentos offers 12 key services, compared to 8 for Juan L. Lacaze. Fray Bentos provides shelter rated good, while Juan L. Lacaze provides shelter rated fair.
Both ports serve Uruguay maritime trade. Choosing between Fray Bentos and Juan L. Lacaze depends on cargo type, vessel size, and route requirements.
Fray Bentos is classified as Small while Juan L. Lacaze is classified as Very Small.
Fray Bentos and Juan L. Lacaze both serve Uruguay maritime trade. Explore other ports in the country or browse the full directory.
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🏆 Fray Bentos
Stronger container terminal infrastructure.
🏆 Fray Bentos
Wider availability of fuel, diesel and water bunkering.
🏆 Fray Bentos
Better shelter and navigation safety equipment.
Verdict is generated from publicly available harbor data; actual operational suitability depends on specific cargo, vessel and routing requirements.
Both ports offer the same number of key facilities (8).
Fray Bentos and Juan L. Lacaze are approximately 166 km apart by direct line.
Yes, Fray Bentos and Juan L. Lacaze are both located in Uruguay.
Fray Bentos provides good shelter while Juan L. Lacaze provides fair shelter.