Port Freeport welcomes M/V CHIQUITA HORIZON on inaugural U.S. call

Port Freeport welcomed the inaugural U.S. call of the M/V Chiquita Horizon on September 19, 2025, at the Velasco Container Terminal. The new vessel, built with biofuel-ready engines and advanced refrigeration systems, carries refrigerated containers for Chiquita Fresh N.A.

Details of the port call

• Vessel information: The M/V Chiquita Horizon is a next-generation container ship built in 2025 that uses advanced refrigeration technology to deliver fresher produce.
• Route: The vessel made its first U.S. port of call in Freeport, Texas, before beginning an 18-week rotation in the U.S. Gulf region. It is set to be deployed in a European trade lane later.
• Partnership: The vessel's visit celebrates the long-standing relationship between Chiquita and Port Freeport, which began in 1993. Chiquita's business helps Port Freeport maintain its role as a leading hub for fresh fruit in the U.S. Gulf.
• Centennial year: Port Freeport highlighted the event during its centennial year, emphasizing its position as a gateway for fresh fruit imports and international trade.