Over 6 million metric tons moved each year with flexible chartering and expert parceling—trusted by exporters for 30+ years.
What we do
We move high-value mineral concentrates, including copper, zinc, lead, and manganese, from the West Coast of South America to key global markets. Our parceling model ensures efficient, flexible service for mining exporters and commodity traders alike.
Explore Our Services
Horizon’s trade routes originate in West Coast South America and extend across global corridors. From Europe, the Mediterranean, and the US Gulf to the Far East, India, and the Pacific Basin, Horizon delivers dry bulk cargo with consistency and reach. Our coastal trades and evolving partnerships reflect a dynamic, client-driven approach to global logistics.
Supports intra-Americas cargo flows and short-sea parcel movements.
Key destination for South American exports, with connections to inland US and global ports.
Supports regional distribution and transshipment flows for dry bulk.
Primary origin region for mineral concentrates and parcel cargoes from Chile and Peru.
Serves commodity importers and traders across Northern Europe and Scandinavia.
Long-standing route for mineral exports from WCSA to European and Mediterranean clients.
Emerging destination and potential backhaul trade for select bulk commodities.
Important destination for multi-client shipments of copper, zinc, and other raw materials.
Consistent volumes to China, South Korea, Japan, and Southeast Asia ports.
Horizon Shipping is a dry bulk specialist with deep roots in West Coast South America and a presence that extends across key global trade corridors. As part of the Ultranav Group, we benefit from the strength of a leading maritime organization while operating with the focus and agility of a dedicated team. This unique position allows us to deliver tailored solutions, long-term reliability, and the service consistency our clients depend on.
Company Profile & History
At Horizon, our culture is built on loyalty, professionalism, and purpose. Many of our team members have been with us for decades including some for over 30 years. This deep-rooted experience fosters stability and insight that few can match. Our clients benefit from a consistent team that knows their cargo, understands their needs, and delivers results with precision—voyage after voyage.
Meet our Team
Horizon operates with a flexible, asset-light model that allows us to charter vessels directly from trusted owners, rather than managing our own fleet. This approach gives us the agility to match the right vessel to each shipment, optimize cost-efficiency, and reduce our environmental footprint. It also minimizes risk and enables us to scale services to fit the evolving needs of clients across the dry bulk sector.
Our Business Principals
Sustainability is central to how Horizon operates. We track CO₂ emissions, optimize routes to cut fuel use, and select efficient vessels to reduce our footprint. As part of the global Net Zero movement, we’re committed to moving cargo and the industry toward a cleaner future. Every decision we make is guided by the goal of delivering long-term value with minimal environmental impact.
Our Sustainability Impact
At Horizon Shipping, performance isn’t just promised, it’s measured. Our numbers speak to a track record of operational excellence, reliability, and growth across global dry bulk markets.
Our deep understanding of mining logistics, regulatory environments, and freight consolidation allows us to deliver tailored, efficient, and repeatable results.