Mexico Advances Rail Projects, Water Management Initiatives

This week in infrastructure, Guatemala confirmed it will build its own section of the Interoceanic Corridor after a trilateral meeting with Mexico and Belize. The Mayan Train faced a derailment in Izamal, prompting a safety investigation. CONAGUA announced a MX$60 billion program to modernize irrigation across farmland. ARTF awarded ICA a contract for the first stretch of the Saltillo–Nuevo Laredo passenger train and granted Mota-Engil México a MX$6.58 billion contract for the Queretaro–Irapuato line.

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Guatemala to Build Its Own Section of the Interoceanic Corridor

Mexico will advance the CIIT rail line to Guatemala’s border, while Guatemala will be responsible for building its section, President Sheinbaum confirmed after a historic trilateral meeting with Belize and Guatemala that also launched regional rail projects and a new 5.7 million ha biocultural corridor.

Mayan Train Derails in Izamal

The Mayan Train experienced a track incident at Izamal station, Yucatan, when one car partially derailed due to a track switch malfunction. All passengers were unharmed and transferred safely, while authorities launched an investigation to identify the cause and implement stronger safety measures.

CONAGUA to Improve Water Practices at 200,000ha of Farmland

CONAGUA will lead a MX$60 billion program to modernize irrigation on 200,000ha of farmland, repairing canals, dams, and flood systems to recover 2.8 billion m³ of water, three times Mexico City’s annual supply, while boosting agricultural productivity and efficiency.

ICA Consortium Wins Contract for Saltillo-Nuevo Laredo Train

The ARTF awarded ICA a MX$14.68 billion contract to build the first 100km of the Saltillo–Nuevo Laredo passenger train, part of a US$7.46 billion project set for completion in 2028.

Mota-Engil Wins MX$6.58 Billion Contract for Queretaro–Irapuato Train

ARTF awarded Mota-Engil México a MX$6.58B contract to design and build 30.7km of the Queretaro–Irapuato passenger train, set for completion in 2027.

State of Mexico Rolls Out 2024–29 Program for Water Management

The State of Mexico has launched its 2024–2029 Integral Water Program to ensure the human right to water, modernize infrastructure, protect ecosystems, and promote citizen participation in sustainable water management.