Schematic Rendering

Download a schematic rendering of the National City Marine Terminal:

• National City Terminal Schematic Rendering (1.09 MB)

Berthing and Transit Sheds

The Port has 8 berths at the National City Marine Cargo Terminal currently used for automobile and lumber movement.  Ream more information of berthing space and depths alongside the pier below.

Warehousing, Distribution and Other Services

The Port has two warehouses operated by Pasha Group for processing of automobiles. Read more information about these warehouse spaces below.

 

 

 

Piers, Wharves and Docks

The National City Marine Terminal, at the foot of Bay Marina Drive on the National City waterfront, is a 50-hectare (125-acre) complex. The principle inbound cargoes are automobiles and lumber. Read more information about the berths below.

Overview

From Cars to Containers: National City is Among the Top West Coast Terminals for Vehicles, Lumber and Major Project Cargo.

• Can handle more than 500,000 vehicles per year.
• On-site auto processing specialists
• Automated cargo tracking and data collection

These and many other exceptional features make the 125-acre National City Cargo Terminal the most advanced vehicle import/export facility on the West Coast, and a first-rate facility for special breakbulk, heavy equipment and major project cargo.

Owned by the Port of San Diego, and operated by Pasha Automotive and Distribution Services, the terminal services as the primary port of entry for Audi, Bentley, Honda, Isuzu, Mazda, Lotus, Mitsubishi Fuso, Porsche, Volkswagen, Hyundai and Kia. It also expertly handles lumber and other large project cargo. Read more information about our operations below.

Size and Space

• 7 berths (4,924 ft./1,501 m.)
• Open storage space

Pasha Auto Processing Specialists On-Site

• Latest computer technology for detailed inspections and reporting
• Proprietary advanced, real-time vehicle tracking system
• Highly skilled technicians, facilities ensure cars are showroom-ready

Vehicle, Breakbulk, and Heavy Lift Capacity

• Experience handling automobiles and other specialty breakbulk including lumber

Loading/Handling

• Six ladder rail tracks on terminal
• Streamlined track configuration
• Rail service to Burlington Northern Santa Fe

Proximity

• Direct access to rail and three major interstate highways
• Less than 20 m. (32 kms.) from the U.S./Mexico International Border