Crowley launches Gulf-Central America Express Service
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Aug 19, 2026 · Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The new service enhances trade connectivity between the U.S. Gulf and Central America, potentially increasing cargo volumes through Port Houston and benefiting Crowley's shipping operations. It supports the growing demand for fresh produce imports, which could positively impact agricultural trade and logistics sectors.
Crowley, a global logistics, marine and energy solutions provider, announced a new weekly container service connecting Port Houston to Santo Tomas de Castilla, Guatemala, and Puerto Cortes, Honduras. The Gulf-Central America Express Service will make its first Houston call on September 10, with Thursday departures. The service will carry dry and refrigerated containers transporting fresh produce, apparel, industrial products, and consumer goods, including 53-foot containers for intermodal efficiency. Central American exports to the United States grew 15.7% year-over-year in early 2026, driven largely by demand for fresh produce, according to the Inter-American Development Bank. The service builds on Crowley's long-standing presence in the Caribbean and Central America, where it has operated an integrated inland logistics network for more than 65 years. Port Houston, one of the nation's top five container ports, handles approximately 75% of U.S. Gulf container volume, providing Central American exporters direct access to Texas, Midwest, and West Coast markets. The service aims to reduce handoffs and improve supply chain visibility for retailers managing perishable goods.
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