AMOTAC Members to Strike; UNCTAD Warns of Global Trade Crisis

This week, the Mexican Alliance of Carrier Organizations (AMOTAC) announced a nationwide strike on Feb. 15 to address rising transportation robberies and other concerns. Meanwhile, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) issues a global trade crisis warning due to escalating logistics disruptions in strategic maritime locations. 

In other news, Governor of Nuevo Leon Samuel García announced the "FIFA Corridor" project in anticipation of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

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AMOTAC Announces Nationwide Strike on Feb. 15 

Members of AMOTAC are set to go on strike nationwide on Feb. 15 at 8:00 AM, intending to disrupt major federal highways to draw attention to the escalating issue of transportation robberies, among other issues.

UNCTAD Warns of Global Trade Crisis as Logistics Disruptions Rise

UNCTAD warns that global trade disruptions are intensifying due to recent incidents and ongoing geopolitical tensions at strategic maritime locations, such as the Suez Canal, the Black Sea, and the Panama Canal. These disruptions pose a significant threat to maritime transport, which handles about 80% of goods moved globally.

Xóchitl Gálvez Met ATOP to Discuss Infrastructure, Nearshoring

Presidential hopeful Xóchitl Gálvez addressed concerns about security and outdated port facilities during a meeting with ATOP at the port of Veracruz. Emphasizing the vital role of the private sector in the port industry, Gálvez highlighted issues affecting cargo transportation such as road insecurity, infrastructure problems, and a shortage of personnel.

FIFA Corridor to Enhance Nuevo Leon Mobility for World Cup 2026

Governor of Nuevo Leon Samuel García unveiled the "FIFA Corridor" project, as part of the efforts to modernize the state's mobility for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The corridor focuses on enhancing connectivity, prioritizing pedestrians, cyclists, and public transportation. 

GSA Announces Completion of Otay Mesa Land Port of Entry

The US General Services Administration (GSA) has completed a US$134 million modernization and expansion project at the Otay Mesa Land Port of Entry (LPOE) on the Mexico-US border in California. The project aims to address the high traffic demands at one of California's busiest commercial ports, enhancing efficiency, security, and overall economic growth.

Mexico City Metro Bids Farewell to Magnetic Tickets

Mayor of Mexico City, Martí Batres, introduced the final batch of tickets for the Mexico City Metro, marking the complete transition from magnetic tickets to Integrated Mobility Cards (MI). The new tickets, resembling those used since the Metro Transport System's inauguration in 1969, will be available for purchase at Line 2 and Line 3 stations.

Mexico's Electromobility Transition Needs an Efficient Network

Mexico is facing a critical challenge in establishing a transmission and distribution network to meet the increasing demand for electromobility over the next six years. The incompatibility of connectors in charging stations and vehicles could slow down the transition to electromobility, according to Francisco Cabeza, President, Mexican Association for the Promotion of Electric Vehicles (AMIVE).

Nafin, Bancomext, and CAAAREM to Strengthen Customs

Nacional Financiera (Nafin) and the National Bank of Foreign Trade (Bancomext) have forged a collaborative agreement with the Confederation of Customs Brokers of the Mexican Republic (CAAAREM) to strengthen customs operations and promote economic development in Mexico.