Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA), port operator Amports and Port Freeport announced a collaboration that brings additional automotive volume and integrated logistics capabilities to the Texas Gulf Coast. MMNA, an Amports customer since 1983 with existing operations in the ports of Baltimore and Jacksonville, will now use Port Freeport's location and coordinated services to establish a more efficient and responsive pathway for vehicles moving from vessel arrival to market.
MMNA expects Port Freeport's proximity to one of the largest automotive markets in the U.S. to support a more streamlined and flexible supply chain, reduce inland transportation distances and improve delivery timelines.
As part of the collaboration, Mitsubishi Motors vehicles are received at the port by Amports' stevedoring teams, then transitioned directly to on-site vehicle processing operations where accessorization and final preparation are completed prior to distribution.
"The addition of Port Freeport to our U.S. distribution system will be key to improving efficiency, reducing waste and speeding up deliveries to our dealer partners throughout the Gulf and the Midwest," MMNA Senior Vice President of Sales Operations Ken Konieczka said.
MMNA commenced operations at Port Freeport on April 28, 2026, with more than 500 vehicles arriving in April alone. On July 1, a ribbon-cutting ceremony took place in the presence of representatives from MMNA, Amports and Port Freeport. The event coincided with the arrival of the Höegh Sunrise, a brand-new vessel in Höegh Autoliners' Aurora Class, carrying Mitsubishi vehicles into Freeport.
