Dutch Investment in Querétaro’s Automotive and Agricultural Sectors Dutch companies are significantly strengthening their presence in Mexico’s agricultural and automotive industries, particularly in Querétaro, a state known for its automotive manufacturing sector. The Netherlands’ Ambassador to Mexico, Wilfred Mohr, emphasized that the ongoing tariff crisis presents opportunities to enhance trade [...]

Mexico Strengthens Regional Leadership in Logistics Driven by the implementation of Industry 4.0 technologies, Mexico is strengthening its position as a regional logistics leader. One of the main challenges the country faces is cargo theft, which mainly affects the food and beverage, construction, and industrial sectors. The Challenge of Cargo [...]

Mexico as an Air Cargo Hub Mexico is consolidating itself as a strategic center for air cargo transport in Latin America. Airports such as Mexico City International Airport (AICM) and Guadalajara are modernizing their facilities to handle larger cargo volumes. Meanwhile, Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA) has experienced remarkable growth [...]

Traffic Chaos Due to Blockade on Mexico-Puebla Highway On March 26, residents of Ixtapaluca, State of Mexico, blocked both directions of the Mexico-Puebla highway during rush hour, demanding the construction of a pedestrian bridge in their community. The protest severely disrupted traffic on this major route, causing long lines and [...]

Nuevo León Restricts Heavy Cargo Traffic in Monterrey Starting April 1, 2025, the government of Nuevo León will implement restrictions on foreign heavy cargo vehicles in the Monterrey Metropolitan Area, prohibiting their circulation from 06:00 to 22:00. This measure aims to reduce pollutant emissions, but it has raised concerns in [...]

Maritime Imports and Exports Grow in Mexico During the first months of 2025, Mexico’s maritime trade continues to experience notable growth, with the Port of Manzanillo standing out. In the first two months of 2025, imports at Manzanillo grew by 8.6%, while exports increased by 8.2%. This rise is attributed [...]

  U.S. Tariff Policy Could Lead to Port Congestion and Higher Freight Rates The U.S. has imposed an additional 10% tariff on Chinese imports, effective Tuesday, February 4. Similarly, Donald Trump confirmed a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada starting the same date. Additionally, a plan was announced [...]

  Increase in AICM Tariffs for 2025 Starting January 1, 2025, the Airport Use Fee (TUA) at Mexico City International Airport (AICM) will increase by 2.5%. With this adjustment, domestic flight fees will be set at $29.70 (598 MXN), while international flights will cost $56.39 (1,135 MXN). Impact on Airfare [...]

  Trump’s Tariffs to Impact Tequila Competitiveness: CRT The imposition of a 25% tariff on Mexican products entering the U.S. will affect tequila’s competitiveness in its main market, according to the Tequila Regulatory Council (CRT). In 2024, Mexico exported 400.3 million liters of tequila, with 84% destined for the U.S. [...]

  Vehicle Marking: A Regulation in Progress and Without Clear Direction The marking of federal transport units in Mexico has been a topic of debate in recent months. Initially, on February 7, 2025, the Ministry of Infrastructure, Communications, and Transport (SICT) published a regulation in the Official Gazette of the [...]