(Originally published on Feb. 9, 2026)
The Santo Tomás de Castilla Free Trade and Industrial Zone (ZOLIC) once again obtained BASC recertification for the year 2026, an achievement that confirms its sustained compliance with international standards regarding security, control, and best practices in the logistics and foreign trade supply chain.
This recertification is the result of a comprehensive process led by General Management, the Deputy General Manager, and the heads of each institutional process, who were required to demonstrate to international auditors their effective compliance with the parameters, standards, and specifications required by BASC (Business Alliance for Secure Commerce).
During the audit, control systems, risk management, operational traceability, and the security of people, information, and facilities were rigorously evaluated, as was the coordination among departments to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable trade. Each process owner, together with their teams, played a key role in demonstrating practices aligned with international standards.
For ZOLIC, the BASC 2026 recertification sends a clear message to its users, strategic partners, and the international community: Guatemala has a free zone that operates according to the principles of integrity, security, and continuous improvement.
“Regaining BASC certification allows us to present ourselves to the world as a Free Trade Zone in Guatemala that meets international security standards. This strengthens the confidence of the markets, our users, and the business partners operating out of ZOLIC, and reaffirms the commitment of the Board of Directors and management to continuous improvement, security, and transparency,” said Ricardo Segura, general manager of ZOLIC.
From an operational management perspective, the recertification process also reflected cross-functional collaboration within the institution, in which each department assumed specific responsibilities to meet the requirements established by BASC.
“This recertification is the result of a collaborative effort led by each process owner and their teams. It demonstrates how internal coordination and institutional commitment make it possible to maintain international standards over time, strengthening traceability, agility, and secure trade,” said Karla Villalta, assistant manager at ZOLIC.
With its BASC 2026 recertification, ZOLIC reaffirms its commitment to modern operations that meet the demands of global trade and are focused on providing its users with a safe, efficient, and competitive environment.