Xavier Lancha

Xavier Lancha is the CEO of Contecon, the company managing the Simón Bolívar Maritime Port in Guayaquil, Ecuador. He recently gained attention for overseeing the launch of a new shipping route connecting Guayaquil to Chancay, Peru, and onward to Shanghai, China. This route is particularly significant for exporters of perishable goods, such as bananas and shrimp, as it promises to reduce transit times significantly and enhance trade opportunities between Ecuador and China.