FTL Freight Transportation Service in El Salvador
El Salvador is the smallest country in Central America, but its economic density and strategic location make it a nerve center for regional logistics. At Control Terrestre, we recognize its importance as a manufacturing, commerce, and distribution hub, and offer Full Truckload (FTL) transportation solutions designed to leverage its privileged connectivity and meet the demands of its most competitive productive sectors.
With access to both the Pacific Ocean and direct land connectivity with Guatemala and Honduras, El Salvador facilitates efficient foreign trade operations. Its proximity to Central American markets and its constantly developing infrastructure network position it as an attractive option for companies seeking to optimize their supply chains in the region.
Infrastructure and connectivity
El Salvador has approximately 10,000 kilometers of road network, where main corridors are in continuous modernization. The Pan-American Highway (CA-1) crosses the country from west to east, connecting the border with Guatemala at La Hachadura and San Cristóbal with the Honduran border at El Amatillo. This route is fundamental for the transit of goods between the countries of the Central American northern triangle.
The Coastal Highway (CA-2) runs parallel to the Pacific coast, connecting the country's main economic centers and facilitating access to Puerto de Acajutla, El Salvador's most important port and one of the most active in Central America. This route is critical for maritime import and export operations.
The northern corridor connects San Salvador with Santa Ana, the country's second most important city, crossing key industrial zones. The proximity between main cities allows relatively short ground transit times, which streamlines national distribution operations.
The land borders of San Cristóbal (Guatemala) and El Amatillo (Honduras) are the main crossing points for regional trade. Knowledge of customs processes at these points is essential for efficient cross-border operations.
Key industries and sectors
Textile and apparel manufacturing
El Salvador is one of the main exporters of textiles and garments to the United States under preferential trade agreements. Free trade zones concentrate apparel plants that require dedicated services and expedited freight to meet tight delivery windows. Our provider network offers 53-foot dry vans for transporting raw materials and finished products.
Food industry and agribusiness
The production of coffee, sugar, dairy products, and processed foods is significant. For perishable products requiring controlled conditions, we have refrigerated units that guarantee integrity from origin to port or delivery point. Salvadoran coffee, internationally recognized, requires careful handling during transport to export ports.
Chemical and pharmaceutical products
The chemical and pharmaceutical sector has grown in the country, producing from cleaning products to generic medications. This type of cargo requires specialized transportation with providers who comply with Responsible Care certification, ensuring proper handling of sensitive or regulated materials.
Trade and regional distribution
San Salvador functions as a distribution center for companies serving the Central American market. From industrial parks and free trade zones, consumer goods, electronics, and imported products are distributed throughout the region. Our coverage in Central America enables fluid connections with other countries in the corridor.
Our solutions for El Salvador
Through our alliance of strategic providers, we offer FTL solutions adapted to the operational characteristics of the Salvadoran market:
National ground transportation
We move cargo between the main economic centers: San Salvador, Santa Ana, San Miguel, and the industrial zones of La Unión. We use 48 and 53-foot dry vans for manufacturing, textiles, and consumer goods, ensuring efficient deliveries within national territory.
Cross-border freight transportation
We operate key routes between El Salvador and its neighbors: Guatemala and Honduras. Our knowledge of processes at the borders of San Cristóbal, La Hachadura, and El Amatillo facilitates more agile crossings. We also manage the corridor to Mexico as part of our integrated regional operation.
Export and import freight
We coordinate cargo movement to and from Puerto de Acajutla, connecting maritime operations with production and storage centers. We offer container chassis for port-to-plant movements and vice versa, optimizing the international supply chain.
Dedicated and expedited services
For industries with critical time requirements, such as textile and export manufacturing, we have dedicated services that prioritize specific customer loads, as well as expedited freight for urgent shipments that cannot wait for consolidations.
Available unit types
- 53-foot dry vans: For textiles, manufacturing, and consumer goods
- Refrigerated units: For agribusiness and perishable products
- Container chassis: For import and export operations via Puerto de Acajutla
- Flatbeds: For machinery and industrial equipment
- Straight trucks: For urban distribution and smaller volume loads