New Permits, Port Growth, AI: The Week in Logistics

This week in logistics, the SICT moved to sustain transport operations with a new temporary permit amid a national plate shortage, while the Port of Manzanillo regained strength as Mexico’s leading logistics hub, setting fresh records for cargo handling. In Nuevo Leon, major progress was reported on the Green Corridors project, driving sustainable trade and record investment, alongside a new cross-border pact to boost development at the Colombia-Laredo International Bridge.

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SICT Formalizes Temporary Permits

The SICT introduced a Provisional Permit to Circulate Without Plates to maintain transport operations amid a plate shortage. Valid for 180 days, it ensures traceability via QR codes, though industry leaders warn it exposes regulatory and safety gaps.

Manzanillo Regains Momentum as Mexico’s Top Logistics Hub

The Port of Manzanillo is regaining momentum after early-2025 challenges, setting new records with 2.54 million TEUs handled so far this year. Backed by over MX$35 billion in private investment, the port reaffirms its role as Mexico’s top logistics hub, though growing demand underscores the urgent need for expanded infrastructure to sustain nearshoring-driven trade.

Nuevo Leon Drives Green Corridors for Sustainable Logistics

Nuevo Leon’s Green Corridors project is boosting North American connectivity and sustainable logistics, driving record investment of over US$101 billion and creating 400,000 jobs. 

Nuevo Leon Signs Pact to Boost Development at Colombia Bridge

Nuevo Leon also signed a cooperation agreement with the Logistics and Health Clusters to boost economic growth through the Colombia-Laredo International Bridge. The plan includes a new medical clinic at CEFACIL and logistics schemes to enhance cross-border mobility, positioning the state as a hub for trade and medical tourism.

OMP Launches UnisonIQ to Drive Autonomous Supply Chains

OMP launched UnisonIQ, an AI orchestration framework that transforms supply chain planning through human-AI collaboration. Integrated into the Unison Planning platform, it enables autonomous, real-time decision-making and enhanced agility via intelligent agents and the Unison Companion generative AI assistant.