Argentina
Air freight, sea freight and customs in Rosario
The ports around Rosario ship a large share of Argentina's grain and soy exports.
Services in Rosario
- Air freight in RosarioAir freight for time-critical and high-value cargo between Europe, the Americas and Asia.
- Sea freight in RosarioFCL and LCL sea freight on the main trade lanes, with pre-carriage and on-carriage by road or rail.
- Customs clearance in RosarioImport and export clearance by our in-house customs teams in 8 countries and by partner teams in the Ziem network.
Airports, seaports and connections in Rosario
- AirportRosario
ROS - AirportEzeiza
EZE - SeaportUp-river ports of RosarioParaná
Rosario Islas Malvinas International Airport (ROS), north-west of the city, serves Rosario with domestic and some regional flights. For long-haul air cargo, Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) in Buenos Aires is the main gateway, reached by motorway. Rosario's main strength is water: the Gran Rosario port complex along the Paraná river, stretching from Timbúes and San Lorenzo south to Rosario and Villa Constitución, ships a large share of Argentina's grain, soybean meal and vegetable oil exports via the Paraná–Paraguay waterway.
The Rosario–Buenos Aires motorway (RN9) and the Rosario–Córdoba motorway meet at Rosario, while National Routes 33 and 34 run south-west and north. The Rosario–Victoria bridge crosses the Paraná to Entre Ríos. Freight railways bring grain from the interior to the port terminals. We arrange pick-up and delivery across Greater Rosario, including San Lorenzo, Puerto General San Martín and Villa Gobernador Gálvez.
Industries in Rosario and how we support them
Greater Rosario is the centre of Argentina's grain and oilseed industry, with crushing plants, port terminals and biodiesel producers along the Paraná. Food processing, agricultural machinery and metalworking are important, and General Motors builds cars in Alvear, south of the city. Crushing plants and terminals depend on imported machinery and spare parts, while food producers export by sea. Ziem Logistics supports these supply chains with air freight on our own air waybills via EZE, Next Flight Out for urgent spares, On-Board Courier for critical parts and FCL or LCL via the river ports or Buenos Aires. Customs clearance is handled by a partner team in the Ziem network, under the Ziem Logistics brand and to our procedures.
Operational logistics facts for Rosario
| Hub | Specialisation | Local advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Gran Rosario port complex (Paraná river) | Grain, soybean meal, vegetable oil | Export terminals next to the crushing plants |
| Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) | Long-haul air cargo for Rosario | Main international gateway reached by motorway |
| Rosario agro-industrial belt | Crushing plants, food processing, agricultural machinery | Urgent machinery spares by Next Flight Out or On-Board Courier |
Customs clearance in Argentina
Ziem network
Customs clearance in Argentina is handled by a partner team in the Ziem network, under the Ziem Logistics brand and to our procedures.
For air freight to and from Argentina we issue our own air waybills.
Importers in Argentina need a CUIT tax ID and registration as an importer with customs.
Frequently asked questions
Do you fly cargo to ROS or via Ezeiza?
Most international air freight for Rosario arrives at EZE and continues by road, because long-haul capacity is concentrated there. ROS can be used for suitable connections. We confirm the routing with every booking.
Can you get urgent spare parts to a crushing plant near San Lorenzo?
Yes. We book Next Flight Out to EZE with customs data prepared in advance and arrange direct road delivery to the plant, or send an On-Board Courier for smaller critical parts.
How does low water on the Paraná affect shipments from Rosario?
Low water on the Paraná can limit how much vessels can load at the up-river terminals. This mainly affects bulk exports, but container schedules can also change. We monitor schedules and discuss alternatives via Buenos Aires when needed.
Who clears imports for companies in Rosario?
Clearance with the General Directorate of Customs (DGA) within ARCA is handled by a partner team in the Ziem network, under the Ziem Logistics brand and to our procedures. We prepare the shipment data, the declaration is filed in the SIM system on that basis, and you deal only with Ziem Logistics.
Can machinery for a Rosario plant be cleared at the river port?
Sea freight arriving at Rosario's port terminals can be cleared there, while cargo via Buenos Aires is cleared at the port or moved under customs control. We plan the clearance point when the shipment is booked.
What should food exporters in Rosario prepare for customs?
Food exports need correct tariff classification, a commercial invoice and the health or phytosanitary certificates required by the destination. Export duties may apply to some agricultural products in Argentina. We check the current requirements before shipment.