Simulation-Based Analysis of Port Operations in Manzanillo

Oroselfia Sánchez1, Idalia Flores2, Salvador Hernández3

1Departamento de Ingenieria Química, Industrial y de
Alimentos, Universidad Iberoamericana, Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico.
2Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Facultad de Ingeniería, Ciudad de México, México.
3Tecnológico Nacional de México, IT de Celaya, Celaya, México.

Universidad del Mar, México

Published: December 2025.

Sanchez, Oroselfia & Hernández, Salvador & Flores, Idalia. (2025). Simulation-Based Analysis of Port Operations in Manzanillo.

Abstract

The port of Manzanillo is a vital hub for international trade, but its complex operations can be difficult to manage and optimize. A simulation of the port’s operations can provide valuable insights into its systems and processes, offering a powerful tool for improving efficiency and decision-making. This simulation creates a virtual model of the port, allowing us to replicate real-world scenarios and test changes in a risk-free environment. By simulating the movement of vessels, containers, and cargo, it is possible to identify bottlenecks, optimize resource allocation, test new strategies that means valuate the impact of proposed changes, such as a new terminal layout or an updated scheduling system, before implementing them in the real world. And predict future performance: Forecast how the port will handle increased trade volumes or unexpected disruptions.