New Member Interview – Port of Comodoro Rivadavia

The port of Comodoro Rivadavia is the gateway to the Patagonia region of Argentina. It is located in an area of the country that is very important for the oil and fishing industries, south of the Argentine Sea. It is a historic port for hydrocarbons, with one of its oil terminals dating back more than 30 years. It has become an important pillar of offshore exploration in the south of the country. It is at a strategic moment in its history, with the provincial government responsible for the port seeking to promote the shipping industry, tourism, and green ammonia projects. Committed to sustainability, innovation, and territorial development, the port of Comodoro Rivadavia is joining AIVP in order to strengthen the dialogue between the port and the city, share best practices, and actively contribute to a global network that promotes more inclusive, resilient, and better-connected ports. Interview with Digna Hernando – Administrator of the Port of Comodoro Rivadavia. In a few words AIVP - You have just joined our association. Could you briefly introduce your port to the members of our international network? Located in the heart of the San Jorge Gulf, the port of Comodoro Rivadavia is a strategic platform for industrial, logistical, and fishing development in Argentine Patagonia. As the main maritime hub in the province of Chubut, it coordinates activities related to oil, metallurgy, fishing, and port services, integrating terminals such as the General Mosconi (YPF) pier, the TERMAP S.A. single buoy, the Antonio Morán deep-water pier, and the Caleta Córdova fishing port. Recently, the reactivation of the free trade zone has made the port one of the most competitive in the country, with total exemptions from taxes and customs duties to encourage investment, local added value, and job creation. This dynamic is complemented by infrastructure projects such as the shipyard and the productive corridors that connect Comodoro to other key cities in the region. Committed to sustainability, innovation, and…