Coppel Enhances Driver Training With Simulation Technology

Coppel kickstarted the first phase of its training program for drivers, aiming to reduce road accidents by 50%. In other news, ProximityParks, a company specializing in last-mile buildings, has announced the acquisition of Mexico City’s largest logistics property situated in the prominent industrial zone of North Vallejo.

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Coppel Launches Simulation Training to Cut Road Accidents by 50%

Mexico-based retail company Coppel initiated a comprehensive training program to reduce road accidents by 50% by 2030. In the first phase, the company will train 300 drivers using advanced simulation technology to enhance safety for its employees and the community.

Customs Procedures Delay the Logistics Chain

Rising imports due to nearshoring are causing significant delays in Mexico's logistics chain, particularly in customs procedures at major ports, shows a study by Mexico’s National Customs Agency (ANAM) reveals that in May 2024, customs clearance accounted for 54% of the nearly five-hour wait times on average at ports like Lazaro Cardenas, Altamira, Veracruz, and Manzanillo.

ProximityParks Acquires Mexico City’s Largest Logistics Property

ProximityParks, a leading company in the investment and development of last-mile logistics industrial parks in Mexico, announced the acquisition of a multi-tenant industrial property in Vallejo for approximately US$40 million. The company considers this acquisition to reinforce its position as the company with the largest portfolio of last-mile logistics properties in Mexico.

Amazon's Logistics Network Expands to Over 400 Cities Across Mexico

Amazon Mexico has shown consistent growth over the past nine years, expanding from serving 16 cities in 2015 to reaching 400 locations by 2024. The company attributes this achievement to substantial investments in technology and a robust transportation infrastructure.

Jesús Esteva Named Mexico's Next Minister of Infrastructure

Jesús Esteva has been appointed as Mexico's next Minister of Infrastructure, slated to join Claudia Sheinbaum's cabinet when her presidency begins on Oct. 1, 2024. Currently heading Mexico City’s Ministry of Works and Services, Esteva Medina brings extensive experience in civil engineering and infrastructure management, including oversight of significant projects such as the second level of the Periferico during President López Obrador's tenure as city mayor.