From Seas to Rails: Powering Mexico's Progress

Mexico's maritime sector builds momentum and expands its horizons through two new maritime routes with the US, Canada and China. Furthermore, the Marine Transportation Industry (CAMEINTRAM) and the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) allied to seek a greener future for the maritime and port industry. Moreover, the Port of Lazaro Cardenas discussed key guidelines and proposals to streamline operations, create new business opportunities and tackle disruptions or challenges.

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Streamlining the Port of Lazaro Cardenas to Boost Competitiveness

As a result of recent port congestion, the Logistics Subcommittee of the Lazaro Cardenas National Port System Administration held a meeting to discuss measures to improve the port's performance and reduce setbacks by adopting proactive measures, including a simplified cargo identification system and optimized resource allocation.

Navigating Growth: Mexican Ports Expand Their Horizons

Mexico keeps growing its economic ties with two new maritime routes. The first one will enhance connectivity between the ports of Tuxpan, Veracruz, and Alabama, the US. This maritime service will connect with Canadian National's rail network to transport containers and will open in September 2023. The second project involves a new route from a port in Yantai, China. This route will bring cargo to the Manzanillo Port, Mexico. 

CAMEINTRAM, WWF Unite on Greening Mexico's Maritime Sector

A joint partnership between CAMEINTRAM and WWF have joined forces to combat climate change and reduce emissions in Mexico’s maritime and port industry. This collaboration aims to improve port communities' health and protect maritime and coastal ecosystems. The National Inventory of Greenhouse Gas and Compound Emissions reports that Mexico's national fleet emitted about 1.55 million metric tons of CO2e (MTCO2) in 2019. 

Electrifying Connectivity: CFE to Power Mexico's Mayan Train

The Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) has undertaken 53 electrical infrastructure works for the Mayan Train, including the construction of seven Tractor Electrical Substations strategically placed along the track, with an electrified track constituting 44% of the 1,554km route that aims to connect five southeastern states.

Technology Can be An Ally in Fighting Cargo Theft: LOGEX

Mexico's logistics sector faces insecurity challenges amid nearshoring opportunities. Experts propose technology and cybersecurity investments to strengthen resilience and data protection. However, Fabián Ramos, Director of Security, LOGEX, suggested rather than investing in more technologies companies should use them better.