Navigating Disruptions, Growth Initiatives: The Week in Logistics

This week, after a month of delays and disruptions caused by intensive inspections by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), the Government of Texas wrapped up these inspections. Thus, logistics operators expect that border crossing procedures will return to normal soon. Meanwhile, authorities and operators at Michoacan’s Port of Lazaro Cardenas met to discuss potential solutions to streamline operations and resolve blockades. 

In other news, Tamaulipas signed an agreement with the Confederation of Customs Agents Associations (CAAAREM) to enhance its customs facilities and stimulate economic growth.

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Texas Wraps Border Truck Inspections After US$1.9 Billion Impact

Texas has concluded its extensive inspections of Mexican trucks at the Mexico-US border after a five-week period of thorough examinations. The inspections, initiated by Texas Governor Greg Abbott, led to significant trade backlogs with trucks waiting up to 18 hours at the border. The economic impact of these disruptions was significant, as some estimate that they had an impact of US$1.9 billion in businesses across both countries.

Mayan Train and CIIT Advance, Prepare for December Inauguration

Authorities reported that the double track at Section 4 of the Mayan Train has been completed, while complementary works are still in progress, with an inauguration date set in late December. The CIIT, another mega project, also shows significant progress as it prepares for a December inauguration.

Lazaro Cardenas Port Authorities Resolve Blockade

Since August, the Port of Lazaro Cardenas has been affected by numerous blockades by local operators, which complain about many infrastructure and logistics problems at the port. The latest blockade was organized by a group of truck drivers called “Operadores Unidos.” However, drivers and port authorities met to reach an agreement.

State of Mexico To Improve Mobility Through Plan Colibrí

One month into her term as Governor of the State of Mexico, Delfina Gómez introduced the "Plan Colibrí," a mobility initiative composed of 100 actions to address the state's sustainability and mobility needs. The plan, presented alongside Minister of Mobility Daniel Sibaja, is based on 10 key pillars, mainly focused on combating corruption, enhancing safety in public transportation, and unifying the integrated mobility network in the Metropolitan Zone of the Valley of Mexico.

Tamaulipas, CAAAREM Join Forces for Economic Growth

The Association of Customs Brokers of Nuevo Laredo, the Confederation of Customs Agents Associations (CAAAREM), and the government of Tamaulipas signed a collaboration agreement to improve conditions in the state's customs facilities, with the goal of stimulating the region's economic development. At the same time, Engie Mexico, a company involved in the local natural gas and electric power markets, expressed interest in investing in Tamaulipas.
 

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