By Richard D. Brinkley | Special to The Explorer
Pinal County has a compelling logistics story to tell. First, think of Guaymas, Mexico. There are several deep-water ports on the west coast of the United States and Mexico.
The American west coast ports are at 130 percent of capacity, which means ships have to anchor and wait for a slot to unload. The Port of Guaymas is expanding its operation by dredging the seabed to further accommodate deep-water vessels. Dredging is planned for completion in 2014.
What makes the Port of Guaymas so enticing is its distance from Pinal County: only 344 miles and closer than the west coast ports. Reduced travel costs are attractive to principals shipping and receiving.
