Nuevo Leon, Green Corridors Sign MoU For Cross-Border Trade

The Government of Nuevo Leon and Green Corridors have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to revamp commercial corridors by integrating cutting-edge technologies, aiming to enhance efficiency in cross-border transportation management.

During his visit to Austin, Texas, Governor of Nuevo Leon Samuel García was introduced to the project by executives from Green Corridors, a leading firm in sustainable transportation solutions and green logistics.

The MoU, signed by García and Mitch Carlson, CEO, Green Corridors, establishes a collaborative link to build a Comprehensive Intelligent Freight Transportation System (IFTS) from the Colombia-Laredo area to the Monterrey Metropolitan Zone. This system facilitates point-to-point cargo transportation within the region, ultimately reducing traffic congestion and boosting operational efficiency in goods movement.

Both Green Corridors and the Government of Nuevo Leon aspire to develop and implement new technologies and operational methods to enhance the efficiency of cross-border and domestic freight transportation safely and reliably.

The Green Corridors solution encompasses two initial projects applicable to various Ports of Entry (POEs): Seaport to Inland Terminal and Land Border Crossing. These projects aim to mitigate congestion and security concerns at border crossings and waterfront sites by relocating freight to strategically located areas.

One such project involves the Port of Houston, a vital national economic engine that anticipates a 75% increase in cargo volumes by 2035. However, this growth is also expected to exacerbate congestion and emissions, leading to supply chain bottlenecks and increased air pollution. To address these challenges, the Green Corridors Initiative (GCI) has been launched in collaboration with stakeholders such as the Port of Houston, Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), and Texas A&M University. The GCI will connect seaports to inland terminals, offering a high-efficiency, cost-effective, and environmentally sustainable solution for cargo movement.

The project at the Port of Houston aims to reduce traffic congestion, emissions, and road maintenance costs, while improving supply chain resilience and air quality. The project aims to have 1.52 million truck trips removed from the road per year, reducing carbon emissions by 472,623t annually. These changes will also avoid replacing 123,974 tires per year and save US$153.12 million in fuel and 36.9 million gallons of diesel. 

On the other hand, the Green Corridors project in El Paso-Juarez aims to facilitate the movement of trucks through the border region, contributing to regional economic development and job creation. The port is expected to handle a significant portion of future truck traffic. Thus, this project promises substantial reductions in emissions, fuel consumption, and truck trips.