BlackRock, KKR Investment Talks, ATTRAPI Rail Plan

This week in infrastructure, BlackRock and KKR explore strategic investment opportunities in Mexico and ATTRAPI sets a 2030 roadmap for passenger rail and freight connectivity. SEMARNAT has also approved a new Cancun bypass for Mayan Train cargo, while Fibra Mty moves forward with the integration of Fibra Macquarie’s management. In Chiapas, a 274,000-home housing program is set to expand affordable housing and local infrastructure.

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BlackRock, KKR Join Mexico Infrastructure Talks

Mexico is seeking to strengthen private-sector participation in strategic infrastructure projects, engaging global investment firms including BlackRock and KKR as it develops mechanisms to finance energy, transport, and logistics initiatives.

Mexico Sets ATTRAPI’s 2030 Roadmap for Passenger Rail, Freight

Mexico has published ATTRAPI’s 2026–2030 institutional program, setting a roadmap to expand passenger rail, improve freight rail efficiency and integrate new train corridors with urban public transport systems. The plan supports the country’s broader rail strategy, including projects linking Mexico City with Pachuca, Nuevo Laredo and Nogales.

SEMARNAT Approves Cancun Bypass for Mayan Train Cargo

The  Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (SEMARNAT) has authorized the Libramiento Vial Cancun Sur, a 15.394km road project designed to connect Federal Highway 180, on the Cancun-Airport corridor, with Federal Highway 307 toward Playa del Carmen. The project also includes a branch road to the Mayan Train Multimodal Freight Terminal, strengthening road-rail connectivity near Cancun International Airport.

Fibra Mty Advances Fibra Macquarie Management Integration

Fibra Mty has reached an agreement with Macquarie Asset Management (MAM) and Macquarie Infrastructure and Real Assets Holdings Pty Limited (MIRAH) to internalize the management of Fibra Macquarie México, moving both real estate investment trust platforms closer to their proposed combination.

Chiapas Adds 274,000 Homes to Housing Program

Chiapas will add 274,000 homes under Mexico’s housing program, expanding access to affordable housing and supporting local infrastructure development.