Introduction
Lafito Global is a fully integrated logistics, industrial and energy hub, covering more than 400 hectares of oceanfront land crafted by the GB Group, located just 20 kilometers north of Port-au-Prince on Route Nationale #1, northern, central and southern Haiti, with direct access to Lafito is the premier location for any commercial or industrial operation in Haiti.
Business Park Lafito
Represents GB Group’s continued commitment to improving the quality of life and the environment in Haiti. The different facets of this development, individually and as a whole, adhere to this core tradition in our approach as
a company. The importance of this investment is an unquestionable testimony of the determination of our people and partners to rise above the challenges to bring positive and long-term value to all stakeholders.
Our Solutions Group
Port Services
Terminal Handling
Facilities
Dry Terminal
Light Manufacturing
Facilities for export
Power Plant
Fresh Water Distribution
Waste Water Treatment Plant
Warehousing and Storage
Inventory Management
Last mile trucking from Distribution Center
Security Escorts
Customs Clearence
VAS (Value Added Services for packing, unpacking, and repacking)
Production facilities for local market
Dedicated Distribution Centers (non-bonded)
Trucking Solutions
Location and Access
Port-de-Paix
Gonaïves
St. Marc
Cap-Haïtien
Fort Liberté
Ouanaminthe
Hinche
Malpasse
Port-au-Prince
Jacmel
Miragoane
Les Cayes
Jeremie
An hour and a half f rom Miami versus 30 hours to Asia. Visit Lafito in a day.
25 minutes away f rom the Port-au-Prince International Airport and main industrial zone.
The Ideal commercial and industrial hub to serve the Haitian market.
Along the main highway connecting the country’s four cardinal points.
Direct access to the country’s agricultural heartland and agro industrial development regions (the Artibonite Valley and the Plateau Central).
Next to the towns of Lafiteau, Simonette
70 km f rom the Dominican border post of Malpasse. and Cabaret with an estimated 60,000 residents.
Easily accessible to Port-au-Prince but strategically located to avoid the congestion and inefficiencies of the city.
Strategic National Position
An Economic
Ecosystem
Lafito Global is a fully-integrated economic zone situated on 400 hectares of private and secure industrial land, anchored by a suite of operational infrastructure services that make it the premier location for any business operation in Haiti.
Port Lafito our international container and bulk cargo port, has been fully operational sine 2015, and is the cornerstone of the entire economic zone.
24/7 Security - The Lafito site is secured, 24/7, by a comprehensive, private, armed security force made up of local and international security professionals.
Seaside and Landside Visibility in and around Port Lafito is unobstructed, allowing for better surveillance and monitoring than installations in more congested areas.
Access by Land is controlled by two (2) security layers and four (4) check points.
Access by Sea is monitored by our offshore security surveillance team and the maritime patrol team.
All vessel operations are overseen by our on-site PFSO who interacts directly with the Captain for security clearance which includes the posting of Port Lafito Security Agents on-board during the entire operation to provide additional seaside security support.
Private/Internal Road Network – The Port is connected to each installation as well as the national highway thru a network of 10 km of 8 meter wide asphalted roads as well as parking lots.
The Premier Location for Business Operations
Lafito Industrial Free Zone and LCX Terminal offer 1,000 acres of industrial and commercial free zones with nearly 160,000 square feet of immediately-available warehousing space, residential units and developments, and much more.
24MW HFO Power Plant has been operational since 2018 and proudly offers Lafito tenants with the most efficient thermal power in the country with an impressive 99% reliability
24/7 Water – The baseline infrastructure for the installation of a Desalination Plant has already been developed for an and all water-dependent manufacturing and will also service the existing systems for potable, irrigation and fire control systems.
World Class Building Standards – The design and construction of all Lafito facilities are in accordance with 2006 International Building Code (IBC) ASCE7-05, seismic loading and 145mph wind loads with an exposure category “D.”.
Energy Hub - The current site plan is designed to enable the entire economic zone to grow into a multiuse space, primed to become Haiti’s premier energy park, hosting a suite of renewable power generation sites and fuel storage facilities.
Haiti’s
Newest Por t
Fully Operational since 2015, Port Lafito is the center-piece of Lafito Global, our integrated economic zone.
This historical first in the Haitian Port and Maritime sector, cements the vision set out years ago by GB Group to build a modern container Port. The size and nature of the infrastructure and superstructure investments made, represent a major paradigm shift for the future of the industry in Haiti.
Port Lafito is open to work with all existing lines and their agents currently operating in Haiti as well as with new ones looking to make Port-au-Prince a new destination.
HOUSTON, USA
(2,283 NM - 6.3 SAILING DAYS)
MONTREAL, CANADA
(2,650 NM - 7.4 SAILING DAYS)
NEW YORK, USA
(1,377 NM - 3.8 SAILING DAYS)
COLON, PANAMA
(750 NM - 2.1 SAILING DAYS)
MIAMI, USA
(643 NM - 1.8 SAILING DAYS)
CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA (624 NM - 1.7 SAILING DAYS)
HAITI
Strategic Regional Position
A second Terminal in the heart of Port-au-Prince’s traditional industrial center (Chancerelles), boasts 50,000m2 of customs bonded yard space to process up to 800 TEUS of in-bound LCL containers as well as exports.
Shipping Routes
by major international carriers both to and Port Lafito benefits from direct weekly calls
f rom regional worldwide hubs and US Ports providing easy access to Latin & South American destinations and the rest of the world.
Passenger and Air Cargo
Lauderdale, New York, Panama City, Santo Domingo, Paris & Montreal are operated by some of the following major airlines: American Airlines, Delta, Jet Blue, Air Canada, Copa, Air France, United & Air Transat.
Vessel Operations & Terminal Capacity
With a 370-meter berth, Port Lafito handles cargo in containers and in bulk with state-of-the-art equipment:
• 2 Liebherr LMH 420 mobile cranes of 124-ton lifting capacity
• 4 Taylor Top Loaders , 5 high
• 5 Taylor Reach stackers, 5 high
• 2 Caterpillar Forklifts 12.8 Ton and 20.32 Ton
Vessel Mooring/Unmooring Services are unmatched at an average 60 moves per hour.
130,000 m2 Quay Side Container terminal is attached to a 10-meter draft Port offering 1,200 Ground slots and 150 reefer plugs.
24 Hour Security as well as ISPS & C-TPAT certification.
Port Capabilities
Dry Terminal (inland)
A second terminal in Port-au Prince
A second Terminal in the heart of Port-au-aprince’s
traditional industrial center (Chancerelles), boasts 50,000m2 of customs bonded yard space to process up to 800 TEUS of in-bound LCL containers as well as exports.
Vessel Operations & Terminal Capacity
With a 370-meter berth, Port Lafito handles container and bulk cargo with state-of-the-art equipment.
Free Zone
The #1 location for any company serving the Caribbean, Latin American & US markets.
Mission
Revitalize foreign investments that promote job creation and long-term economic opportunities by leveraging the advantages that manufacturers are afforded by producing in Haiti.
Residential Housing, Golf Course and Beach Resort will be available with the Lafito Global Development.
Economic Zone.
Advantages
Three-minute Container transfer to and
Haiti has the longest history of light manufacturing in the Caribbean. Indeed since 1950 Haiti’s Labor force has been known for its dexterity and quality in the manufacture of garments, sporting goods, electronics as well as several other such products.
Located within 1000 meters of Haiti’s most modern International Container Port.
Automatic tax-f ree status for all tenants.
Residential Housing, Golf Course and Global Development
Largest Daihatsu Power Plant in the world
The Plant’s Fuel supply & operational autonomy are guaranteed by a 150,000 gls Tank Farm that provides up to 2 months autonomy at current loads. The Plant uses 13.8 kV
D-Lines run on 45-foot galvanized steel poles with dual-circuit design which limits unscheduled interruptions. And with our 24/7 on-site expert staff available to provide a suite of support services, clients can focus on optimizing operations for core business & leave the generating to us!
LCX Logistics + Free Zone
LCX is the GB Group’s Logistics services arm and operator of its Commercial Free Zone in Lafito.
As a logistics services provider, LCX leverages the Group’s unparalleled infrastructure footprint and local distribution capabilities with over 100 years of experience in the Haitian market.
Our mission is to deliver exceptional service and tailored solutions that enhance the security, efficiency and reliability of our partner’ supply chains. We foster long-term relationships with clients, and continuously improve and adapt through innovation and operational excellence.
Our combined power of port operations, warehousing, local trucking and security capabilities under one umbrella is a unique opportunity to drive value with cost effective solutions for all our stakeholders.
Business Park Lafito
Welcomes Business targeting the local market.
For companies interested in the Haitian market, Lafito Business Park is the springboard to achieve your objective. The infrastructure at Lafito, proximity to Port, competitive and reliable power, 24/7 security and land availability, will enable companies to efficiently and effectively capture local consumption.
LAFITO
Citadelle United cement facilities in the Lafito Business Park
LAFITO
Haiti’s efficient and competitive trucking solutions
All Republic customers benefit from 24-48 hour delivery from moment order is placed to any point in the country. Presently, Republic is one of the largest cargo fleets in the country with qualified and professional staff to ensure equipment is continuously maintained and available. Republic has the infrastructure and resources to guarantee continued growth with current and future customers. Additionally, the company primarily looks to establish long-term contracts with select key customers.
