Key Shifts in Mexico’s Construction, Water Law, Housing

This week in infrastructure, fixed investment and construction continued their downward slide, exposing deep strains across public works and industrial activity. In the real estate sector, AMEFIBRA backed the newly approved General Water Law, urging clearer rules to safeguard long-term development. 

Meanwhile, Puebla moved forward with one of its most ambitious mobility projects, awarding the Cablebús contract to a Doppelmayr-led consortium. On the national rail front, the ARTF introduced new safety rules to guide construction as Mexico expands its passenger network. 

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Mexico’s Fixed Investment, Construction Continue to Contract

Mexico’s fixed investment and construction activity continued to weaken in 2025, with sharp declines in public works, industrial output, and employment, while only select private building segments showed resilience amid a broader national downturn.

AMEFIBRA Backs New Water Law, Calls for Real Estate Certainty

Mexico’s real estate FIBRAs urge clear, predictable water regulations as Congress approves the new General Water Law, highlighting its implications for urban development, investment certainty, and long-term sustainability across the sector.

Puebla Awards Cablebús Contract to Doppelmayr Consortium

Puebla awarded a five-company consortium led by Doppelmayr the contract to build its four-line Cablebús system, a major mobility project set to begin in 2025 and improve urban connectivity with low-emission transport.

ARTF Unveils New Safety Rules to Support Expanding Rail Network

Mexico issued new ARTF safety guidelines for passenger rail projects built alongside active freight lines, establishing standardized protocols, specialized supervisors, and stricter oversight as the country undertakes a major national rail expansion and legal reform.

Quintana Roo Delivers 225 New Homes Under Housing Initiative

Quintana Roo delivered 225 new INFONAVIT homes as part of the Housing for Well-Being program, advancing a major expansion of affordable housing, loan restructuring, and mortgage relief aimed at supporting workers in the state’s rapidly growing tourism cities.