The arrival of the Mexican Association of Shipping Agents (Amanac) into a new phase under the presidency of Roberto Meillón Covarrubias points not only to a leadership transition, but also to a fundamental rethinking of how the organization should operate and evolve in the coming years. Aware of the “big package” that, as he stated in an interview with T21, Fernando Con y Ledesma is leaving him, the new president outlined an agenda focused on governance, institutional framework, modernization, human capital, and a more active role for the board of directors in the association’s operations.
“It is my responsibility to coordinate and direct,” Meillón explains, adding that his management model will rely on the delegation of responsibilities and a more dynamic structure.
The first line of action will be to strengthen Amanac’s internal governance through mandatory and measurable participation of all board members. Following this approach, the creation of six specialized committees was announced, each with specific responsibilities, ranging from auditing and governance to technological modernization, legal and statutory matters, human resources, and maritime and port issues, divided between the Pacific and the Gulf of Mexico.
One of the most significant changes Meillón is promoting is the updating of Amanac’s bylaws, which, he emphasizes, have not been modified in over three decades. Among the proposals is extending the presidential term to three years starting in 2030 , although this is contingent upon annual evaluations based on performance indicators.
Institutionalization will also be central to his administration. The executive believes the association must professionalize its internal processes through certifications and standards that, he asserts, the organization currently lacks. “We are going to ensure Amanac has established work processes and standardizes them. That is what the members demand,” he states.
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