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(13 articles)Mexico Rail Freight Surges as Intermodal Traffic Accelerates
Mexico's rail freight sector is experiencing robust growth, with intermodal traffic—the combination of rail, truck, and container movements—accelerating notably. This development signals strengthening
RFA and SAFLA Unite on Border Reform Initiative
The Road Freight Association (RFA) and the South American Freight Logistics Association (SAFLA) have announced a collaborative effort to push forward reforms at international borders, specifically tar
USMCA Uncertainty Threatens North American Trucking Operations
The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) faces mounting uncertainty that is creating operational headwinds for the trucking industry, one of North America's most critical supply chain arteries. This r
Laredo Toll Hike Faces Freight Industry Opposition
The Laredo border crossing has announced toll rate increases that are generating significant resistance from the freight and logistics sector. This development is noteworthy because Laredo is one of t
Mexico Leads US Trade as USMCA Renewal Faces Uncertainty
Mexico has solidified its position as the largest U.S. trading partner, extending a lead that began in 2023 and generating $86.04 billion in two-way commerce during April 2026—the highest monthly tota
UPS $50M Mexico Air Freight Investment Boosts Production Line Capacity
UPS has committed $50 million to accelerate air freight services from Mexico, signaling a strategic response to sustained demand for faster cross-border component delivery. This investment targets a c
USMCA Renewal Uncertain: July Deadline Slips as Trade Deal Stalls
The long-running United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) faces mounting pressure as hopes for renewal before the July 1 deadline diminish. While U.S. and Mexican governments continue negotiation
USMCA Renegotiation Threatens Mexico Trade as $84B Flows Heat Up
U.S.-Mexico cross-border trade surged to $84 billion in March 2026, representing 8.6% year-over-year growth and solidifying Mexico's position as the largest U.S. trading partner. Port Laredo remains t
Mexico Cartel Violence Threatens Freight Capacity & Cross-Border Trade
Escalating cartel violence in Mexico presents a structural threat to cross-border freight operations and overall supply chain capacity on one of North America's most critical trade corridors. Shippers
Eagle Pass emerges as key U.S.-Mexico trade hub amid nearshoring surge
The 2026 Port of Eagle Pass Trade Summit revealed that nearshoring remains a dominant force reshaping cross-border logistics infrastructure and trucking operations along the U.S.-Mexico border. Eagle
Car Shipping to Mexico 2025: Essential Guide & Provider Comparison
FreightWaves has published a comprehensive resource guide on automotive shipping to Mexico for 2025, addressing the logistical complexities of cross-border vehicle movement. This guide appears designe
Stricter truck visas and Chicago flight cuts squeeze cargo supply
Radiant Logistics reports that tighter visa requirements for cross-border trucking operations and reduced air freight capacity at Chicago hub are creating significant supply chain pressures. These reg
Cartel Violence Disrupts Mexico Trade Routes But Shipments Continue
Organized crime violence in Mexico is creating significant operational friction within critical North American trade corridors, yet freight movement has not completely halted. This represents a struct