Ports, AI Growth, Global Expansions: The Week in Logistics

This week in logistics, Mexico makes major investments to modernize ports and airports, tackling growth amid persistent bottlenecks. Meanwhile, Hanseatic Global Terminals makes a bold move by launching its first Latin America hub in Santiago, Chile, expanding its global footprint. The National Customs Agency clears the air on Manzanillo Port’s operations, debunking collapse rumors and highlighting progress in cargo clearance.

Meanwhile, Michoacan welcomes the Bajio Industrial Park, the country’s inaugural economic development hub designed to boost regional investment and jobs. In tech-driven news, AI platform Motive secures US$150 million to scale innovations enhancing safety and productivity worldwide.

Ready for more? Here is your Week in Logistics!

Mexico Bets on Port, Air Expansion Amid Bottlenecks

Mexico’s government is making major investments to modernize key ports and airports, aiming to boost manufacturing and supply chain efficiency. Despite record cargo growth and expanded infrastructure, challenges like port saturation, uneven development, and limited multimodal integration continue to impact logistics performance and regional balance.

Hanseatic Global Terminals Launches Operations in Latin America

Hanseatic Global Terminals launches its Latin America division, headquartered in Santiago, Chile, marking its first regional expansion. This move supports the company’s Strategy 2030 to grow its global terminal network and deliver integrated port and logistics services across the Americas.

ANAM Refutes Collapse Claims at Manzanillo Port

The National Customs Agency of Mexico (ANAM) refutes claims of an operational collapse at Manzanillo Port, reporting 87.4% clearance of pending shipments after a comprehensive inspection. The port maintains fluid operations, with delays mainly due to importers’ slow cargo collection, while authorities emphasize strict compliance and transparency.

Mexico Launches First Economic Development Hub With Bajio Industrial Park in Michoacan

The Bajío Industrial Park in Zinapecuaro, Michoacan, has been officially launched as the first of the 15 “Economic Development for Wellbeing” hubs, introduced under Plan México. Spanning 342 hectares with strategic rail, road, and port connectivity, the park aims to attract national and international investment, boost industrialization, and generate high-value jobs in the region.

Motive Secures US$150 Million to Accelerate Global Expansion of AI-Powered Operations Platform

Motive, an AI-driven platform optimizing physical operations, raised US$150 million in funding led by Kleiner Perkins. The investment will fuel AI innovation, international growth, and expanded enterprise support, helping nearly 100,000 customers worldwide enhance safety, productivity, and automation across industries.

SVP Worldwide, Dyno Extend Partnership to Enhance SINGER Accessories Distribution in North America

SVP Worldwide, owner of iconic sewing brands like SINGER, has renewed its strategic licensing agreement with Dyno LLC, naming Dyno the exclusive US distributor for SINGER sewing accessories and notions, with expanded rights in Canada and Mexico. This partnership aims to innovate and better serve the sewing community through combined expertise and improved product availability.