Flexible, Resilient Supply Chains Are Now The Goal: GP Logistics

Q: What is GP Logistics’ core differentiator in delivering scalable, end-to-end solutions across diverse industries?

A: Personalization, agility, and client proximity are our added value. We build tailor-made solutions based on data and specific objectives, rather than working with standard approaches.

We are perhaps the only logistics operator in Mexico serving the agro-industry. For this sector, we provide temperature and humidity-controlled warehouses with capacities exceeding 25,000 pallet positions for seeds. Additionally, we offer freight forwarding services that cover everything from import to last mile deliveries. This comprehensive and flexible offering is a significant differentiator for GP Logistics. Being a 100% Mexican-owned, private company provides significant advantages. It enables us to be very agile in decision-making and to offer flexible services that meet client demands.

Q: In working with sectors ranging from consumer goods to automotive and agribusiness, how do you tailor your operational models to address unique pain points and compliance needs?

A: GP Logistics specializes in consumer goods, retail, pharma, e-commerce, and manufacturing. In pharma, we ensure traceability and regulatory compliance; for e-commerce, we design last-mile and cross-docking schemes; and in agro, we offer unique temperature-controlled seed handling solutions in Mexico. For 2Q25, we are launching a new service, GP Pallets, which involves clients' Tier 1 transport to reduce supply chain costs.

We prioritize flexibility over standardization. Logistics involves many variables, requiring adaptation to each client's unique operations through a personalized approach. We create Service Level Agreements (SLAs) based on data to precisely define mutual expectations with clients: what we will deliver, what they expect, and what we require. We consider ourselves true business partners, an extension of their logistics arm, operating seamlessly with their processes. We ensure 100% confidence in our ability to deliver by thoroughly understanding client needs and expectations from the outset.

Q: How do you envision the future of logistics in Mexico, and what key challenges do you foresee in preparing for it?

A: The future of logistics, in our long experience, lies in integration and collaboration, always leveraging technology, sustainability, and talent. Automation, AI, and collaborative platforms are, and will remain, essential.

Mexico's nearshoring trend presents a challenge to ensure adequate infrastructure. Academia, government, and human capital all play a role, as technology is indispensable. Logistics in Mexico must become increasingly intelligent, predictive, and sustainable.

For companies handling sensitive products, for example, those with specific temperature or expiration date requirements, we must be ready to meet their precise needs without disruption. We once handled oncological products, which are expensive, highly sensitive, and prone to theft. Such situations demand very serious, technologically focused protocols to ensure success, as failure could tragically impact human health.

Q: How does GP Logistics mitigate theft and insecurity risks across its transportation and warehousing operations, and how does it leverage security as a competitive advantage in high-theft corridors?

A: To manage security risks, we rely heavily on the Mexican Association of Logistics Operators  (AOLM). Through this association, we collaborate closely with other members and government security agencies. This involves analyzing data to identify dangerous routes and times, and deploying reaction teams. Our units, cargo boxes, and sometimes even the merchandise itself are equipped with satellite tracking. While eliminating all risk is impossible, these comprehensive measures have positioned us well. 

In 2024, we had only two incidents, and this year, one, with zero in the North region. These incidents are minor if we compare them to the more than 100,000 operations we manage, but we do not ignore them. A full study and analysis of their possible causes is always conducted. 

Q: In an industry often challenged by labor shortages and cultural homogeneity, how is GP Logistics advancing a workplace culture of inclusion and cross-functional talent development?

A: A significant challenge across nearly all sectors, including logistics, is labor scarcity. Given that logistics is a specialized field where not just anyone can work, it is a demanding sector. Scarcity of drivers is a critical global issue, not just a national one. This role has become less appealing as it involves long periods away from home, averaging 18 days monthly, and challenging conditions. More attractive jobs with similar pay, allowing for a home-based life, have diverted talent from transportation.

To address this, GP Logistics implements comprehensive development and retention programs that go beyond monetary salary to include an important emotional salary. We strive to create a positive work environment where all roles are dignified, secure, and well-compensated. We utilize salary benchmarks from AOLM to ensure fair compensation, balancing competitive pay with today’s tight margins. Our internal development plans are crucial, especially in zones with high turnover. We also facilitate personnel mobility, relocating staff between areas and assisting with relocation aspects like housing and schools, enabling employees to move to new cities if a position interests them. This strategy has helped us mitigate the talent shortage in Mexico. We also organize events and offer courses in areas like personal finance and health, supporting our human resources initiatives to retain talent.

Q: Amid ongoing global disruptions such as port congestion, shifting tariffs, and geopolitical uncertainty, how has the behavior of the key sectors you serve evolved this year?

A:  We have been experiencing several supply chain disruptions, the COVID-19 pandemic being the most impactful. This period demonstrated the fallibility of global supply chains, directly leading to today’s emphasis on nearshoring. Companies are now seeking to locate production closer to their final customers to avoid future disruptions. This new dynamic, combined with current tariff discussions, makes locating production plants and distribution centers closer to the end client a strategic imperative.

GP Logistics is well-prepared for this new landscape, having heavily invested in technology. We gather data from prestigious consulting firms, like Tomkins Ventures in the United States, that analyze global scenarios to identify areas least impacted by external events, such as pandemics or tariffs. The ability of a company to quickly react and solve these external challenges is crucial.

The international logistics environment remains highly dynamic. Issues like container shortages or surpluses, shipping lane closures, and port saturations demand constant vigilance. Companies must stay current with global events, as international developments can significantly impact their operations and economic performance.

Q: What has 2025 been like for GP Logistics so far, and what is your outlook for the remainder of the year? 

A: GP Logistics has met its growth and sales objectives for 2025, even exceeding projections halfway through the year. However, this success comes despite many clients not reaching their own targets, highlighting the variable nature of the business. For instance, during the pandemic, clients' high sales led to less use of logistics operators, negatively impacting us. Conversely, current lower client sales can be positive for logistics operators, as more goods are routed through them.

Despite achieving their goals, GP Logistics has seen over seven projects halted due to ongoing uncertainties. These include presidential elections in Mexico and the United States, new tariffs, and recent concerns regarding the Mexican government's judicial reforms. The company is confident it will meet its annual projections, especially with strong sales typically seen in the latter half of the year.

We hope that global events, particularly geopolitical tensions that significantly impact supply chains, do not escalate into major conflicts. We believe that companies are increasingly adapting by regionalizing and nearshoring supply chains, which is a positive step. While Mexico faces challenges with new regulations and unexpected tariffs, GP Logistics remains proactive.


GP Logistics provides global transportation solutions, both for imports and exports, to any part of the world.