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		<title>Mexican industry accelerates in July, boosted by manufacturing and construction</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:05:34 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In July 2026, Mexican industrial activity grew 0.5% compared to last June , driven mainly by the construction and manufacturing sectors, according to the results of the Monthly Indicator of Industrial Activity (IMAI), prepared by the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi) . In its annual measurement, the indicator, which stood at a level of 102.5 in [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><strong><span dir="auto">In July 2026, Mexican industrial activity grew 0.5% compared to last June</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , driven mainly by the construction and manufacturing sectors, according to the results of the Monthly Indicator of Industrial Activity (IMAI), prepared by the </span><a href="https://www.inegi.org.mx/"><span dir="auto">National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi)</span></a><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">In its annual measurement, the indicator, which stood at a level of 102.5 in the seventh month of the year, also showed a positive behavior with an </span><strong><span dir="auto">increase of 2.4 percent</span></strong><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">According to the agency&#8217;s figures, two of the four components of the IMAI had a positive performance in July 2026 on a monthly basis, with the construction sector showing </span><strong><span dir="auto">the</span></strong><span dir="auto"> largest increase at 0.9 percent.</span></p>
<p><strong><span dir="auto">Manufacturing industries</span></strong><span dir="auto"> followed with an increase of 0.7%; while </span><strong><span dir="auto">the generation, transmission, distribution and marketing of electricity, water supply and natural gas by pipeline to the end consumer</span></strong><span dir="auto"> remained unchanged on a monthly basis.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">Conversely, the </span><strong><span dir="auto">mining industry</span></strong><span dir="auto"> was the only component with a negative result in the period, which fell 1.8% on a monthly basis.</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">In the year-on-year comparison, construction registered an increase of 6.7%, mining increased 1.6%, manufacturing industries rose 1.3%; and generation, transmission, distribution and marketing of electricity, water supply and natural gas by pipeline to the final consumer advanced 0.7 percent.</span></p></blockquote>
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<p><span dir="auto">The July IMAI result shows an advance in Mexican industrial activity, with a good performance, in general terms, of the components that make it up, both on a monthly and annual rate.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">Within the indicator, </span><strong><span dir="auto">the manufacturing industries maintained a positive performance</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , reflecting the importance of this sector, which is one of the most relevant in the country, as it represents about </span><strong><span dir="auto">20% of the national Gross Domestic Product (GDP)</span></strong><span dir="auto"> and more than 80% of total merchandise exports.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">In that sense, </span><strong><span dir="auto">the manufacture of computer, communication, measurement and other electronic equipment, components and accessories</span></strong><span dir="auto"> was one of the subsectors with the highest annual growth rate, with an increase of 14.2 percent.</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">According to Inegi, the Monthly Indicator of Industrial Activity provides timely statistical information that allows us to know and monitor the </span><strong><span dir="auto">monthly evolution of the economic activities</span></strong><span dir="auto"> of the country&#8217;s industrial sector.</span></p></blockquote>
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		<title>The airline industry is on alert for possible budget cuts to AFAC.</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:01:47 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The proposed budget for the Federal Civil Aviation Agency (AFAC) in the 2027 Economic Package has raised concerns within the Mexican aviation industry. The National Chamber of Air Transport (Canaero) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) warned that a reduction in resources for the aeronautical authority could limit its capacity to fulfill its supervisory, certification, and oversight responsibilities . The federal government proposes allocating 175.45 [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><span dir="auto">The proposed budget for the </span><a href="https://www.gob.mx/afac"><span dir="auto">Federal Civil Aviation Agency (AFAC)</span></a><span dir="auto"> in the </span><strong><span dir="auto">2027 Economic Package</span></strong><span dir="auto"> has raised concerns within the Mexican aviation industry. The </span><a href="https://canaero.org.mx/"><span dir="auto">National Chamber of Air Transport (Canaero)</span></a><span dir="auto"> and the </span><a href="https://www.iata.org/"><span dir="auto">International Air Transport Association (IATA)</span></a><span dir="auto"> warned that a reduction in resources for the aeronautical authority could limit its capacity to fulfill its </span><strong><span dir="auto">supervisory, certification, and oversight responsibilities</span></strong><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">The federal government proposes allocating </span><strong><span dir="auto">175.45 million pesos to the AFAC</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , compared to the </span><strong><span dir="auto">657.5 million pesos approved for 2026.</span></strong><span dir="auto"> The difference represents a </span><strong><span dir="auto">reduction of 73.3 percent</span></strong><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">The proposal places AFAC at </span><strong><span dir="auto">one of its lowest budget levels since its creation</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , while maintaining responsibilities related to operational safety and the oversight of airlines, technical personnel, aircraft, airports and training centers.</span></p>
<h4><strong><span dir="auto">Industry warns of risks due to budget cuts</span></strong></h4>
<p><span dir="auto">In a statement, </span><strong><span dir="auto">Canaero and IATA indicated that the adjustment comes at a time when airlines are facing pressure from fuel costs</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , as well as regulatory and operational challenges stemming from the bilateral relationship with the United States. “All of this demands a strong aeronautical authority, with adequate technical and operational capacity and financial resources for its proper functioning,” they stated.</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">“However, the 2027 Economic Package proposes measures that move in the opposite direction. </span><strong><span dir="auto">The 73% reduction to the AFAC budget weakens the institution</span></strong><span dir="auto"> responsible for ensuring operational safety, technical oversight, and compliance with international standards,” the document stated.</span></p></blockquote>
<p><span dir="auto">The concern takes on greater significance when considering the volume of activity that Mexican aviation maintains.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">According to the </span><a href="https://www.gob.mx/imt"><span dir="auto">Mexican Transportation Institute (IMT)</span></a><span dir="auto"> , </span><strong><span dir="auto">11 million passengers traveled in July 2026</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , 0.6% more than in the same month of 2025. In that same period, 93,526 tons of air cargo were transported, an annual growth of 2 percent.</span></p>
<h4><strong><span dir="auto">AFAC maintains monitoring and certification agenda</span></strong></h4>
<p><span dir="auto">The </span><strong><span dir="auto">budget debate</span></strong><span dir="auto"> also comes after a series of AFAC activities related to monitoring and compliance with international standards.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">Last August, the agency reported that it had concluded the evaluation of the </span><strong><span dir="auto">International Air Safety Assessment Program (IASA)</span></strong><span dir="auto"> of the <a href="https://www.faa.gov/"><strong>United States Federal Aviation Administration</strong></a> , a process relevant to Mexico&#8217;s continued status in Category 1 of air safety.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">In July, AFAC also renewed the aerodrome certificates for the </span><strong><span dir="auto">Tijuana and Los Cabos airports</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , after verifying compliance with national and international standards for infrastructure, maintenance, equipment, and operational safety.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">Canaero and IATA requested that the </span><strong><a href="https://www.gob.mx/shcp"><span dir="auto">Ministry of Finance and Public Credit (SHCP)</span></a><span dir="auto"> and the </span><a href="https://web.diputados.gob.mx/inicio"><span dir="auto">Chamber of Deputies</span></a></strong><span dir="auto"> reconsider the scope of the budget reduction and guarantee the necessary resources so that AFAC can fulfill its responsibilities.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">The proposal is still part of the discussion process for the 2027 Economic Package. Therefore, the proposed amount does not yet constitute the final budget for the agency.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">In response to this concern, on September 10, the AFAC reported that &#8220;in 2027 it will have additional resources beyond those foreseen in the 2027 Economic Package, to strengthen its institutional capacities and address the priorities of the national aeronautical sector.&#8221;</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">Without mentioning the exact figure, the Ministry of Finance and Public Credit (SHCP) stated that it &#8220;will guarantee the necessary resources for the Federal Civil Aviation Agency (AFAC) to carry out its regulatory, supervisory and monitoring functions, as well as the actions aimed at strengthening operational safety in the country,&#8221; according to a press release.</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">“This measure is consistent with the Mexican government’s vision of consolidating a safe, efficient and constantly growing aviation sector, and recognizes civil aviation as a strategic sector for connectivity and economic development in Mexico,” the agency emphasized.</span></p></blockquote>
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		<title>Port of Long Beach reaches its best August in 115 years</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:59:25 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Port of Long Beach , located in California, United States, reached its highest level of activity for that month in August 2026 and the fifth most intense in 115 years of history,  by moving 919,992 TEUs (20-foot containers) , which represented an increase of 2% compared to August 2025, despite the environment generated by tariffs and geopolitical uncertainty. [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><span dir="auto">The </span><a href="https://polb.com/"><span dir="auto">Port of Long Beach</span></a><span dir="auto"> , located in California, United States, reached its highest level of activity for that month in August 2026 and the fifth most intense in 115 years of history,  </span><strong><span dir="auto">by moving 919,992 TEUs (20-foot containers)</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , which represented an increase of 2% compared to August 2025, despite the environment generated by tariffs and geopolitical uncertainty.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">Imports </span><strong><span dir="auto">grew </span></strong><strong><span dir="auto">3.6%</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , reaching 456,100 TEUs, while </span><strong><span dir="auto">exports </span></strong><strong><span dir="auto">increased 4%</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , with 99,754 TEUs.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">In contrast, the </span><strong><span dir="auto">movement of empty containers</span></strong><span dir="auto"> decreased by 0.39%, to stand at 364,138 TEUs.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">With this result, </span><strong><span dir="auto">the Port of Long Beach </span></strong><strong><span dir="auto">accumulated </span></strong><strong><span dir="auto">6,678,078 TEUs between January and August 2026</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , an increase of 1.3% compared to the same period last year.</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">“Our August figures indicate that carriers continue to adapt to tariffs and geopolitical uncertainty and are confident in the Port of Long Beach’s ability to deliver,” said Noel Hacegaba, CEO of the Port of Long Beach.</span></p></blockquote>
<p><span dir="auto">The executive added that the figures also reflect the importance of maintaining a safe port for its users.</span></p>
<h4><strong><span dir="auto">Infrastructure to increase capacity</span></strong></h4>
<p><span dir="auto">Long Beach maintains a modernization program aimed at increasing its capacity and operational efficiency.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">The port plans </span><strong><span dir="auto">to invest $3.3 billion in capital over the next decade</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , aimed at modernizing infrastructure and developing digital systems to improve the efficiency and visibility of operations.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">Within its vision towards 2050, the facility plans to double its current container handling capacity to reach </span><strong><span dir="auto">20 million TEUs annually</span></strong><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">The strategy also envisions moving towards </span><strong><span dir="auto">zero-emission</span></strong><span dir="auto"> operations , in line with the environmental objectives set by the port.</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">Currently, the Port of Long Beach handles cargo valued at </span><strong><span dir="auto">$300 billion annually</span></strong><span dir="auto"> and, according to the port authority, its activities contribute to generating </span><strong><span dir="auto">2.7 million jobs in the United States</span></strong><span dir="auto"> .</span></p></blockquote>
<p><span dir="auto">The Port of Long Beach is the United States&#8217; primary gateway for transpacific trade. </span><strong><span dir="auto">It handles over $300 billion in cargo annually</span></strong><span dir="auto">  and is one of the 18 strategic commercial seaports in the United States.</span></p>
<p><em><span dir="auto">Main image taken from the </span><a href="https://x.com/portoflongbeach"><span dir="auto">X account of the Port of Long Beach</span></a></em><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
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		<title>Fruehauf advances with winning customers; delivers equipment to SILT</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:57:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The trailer market, like the motor unit market, is depressed and is close to the volume of 22,000 units where it should be, since by 2026 a market of less than 20,000 units is predicted. In this context, Fruehauf maintains a combined strategy of organic growth with its current customer base, as well as conquering new markets and regions. [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><span dir="auto">The trailer market, like the motor unit market, is depressed and is close to the volume of 22,000 units where it should be, since by </span><strong><span dir="auto">2026 a market of less than 20,000 units is predicted.</span></strong></p>
<p><span dir="auto">In this context, </span><a href="https://fruehauf.mx/"><span dir="auto">Fruehauf</span></a><span dir="auto"> maintains a combined strategy of organic growth with its current customer base, </span><strong><span dir="auto">as well as conquering new markets and regions.</span></strong></p>
<p><span dir="auto">On this route, Fruehauf delivered a batch of <strong>35 dry boxes to </strong></span><a href="https://www.siltcorp.com/#about"><span dir="auto">International Logistics and Transport Service (SILT)</span></a><span dir="auto"> , which is focused on acquiring new customers and serving a region that is important to the manufacturer, such as the Northwest.</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">“We held talks for several months to renew the equipment, offer them state-of-the-art equipment and thereby win over a customer, and thus gain a foothold in the northwest area, which is a strategic area for us,” Rodrigo Arcos, commercial director of Fruehauf, told T21.</span></p></blockquote>
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<p><span dir="auto">The equipment delivered consists of </span><strong><span dir="auto">53-foot composite dry vans of the Fleet Flyer model,</span></strong><span dir="auto"> which is focused on helping carriers achieve the lowest total cost of ownership (TCO).</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">Miguel Martínez, CEO of Fruehauf, highlighted that with this delivery they will work to be a strategic partner for SILT, by offering them engineering, after-sales support throughout the entire cycle, and offering Fruehauf&#8217;s availability and commitment to the industry.</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">“We appreciate the relationship of trust with a company of more than three decades, which has a solid reputation for the quality of its services, an example to follow with its fleet renewal process,” added Martínez.</span></p></blockquote>
<p><strong><span dir="auto">SILT was founded in 1994 in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , primarily to serve the region&#8217;s maquiladora industry. In 2007, it expanded its operations to the United States with the establishment of SILT Leasing &amp; Transportation Services.</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">“This is the beginning of a business relationship that we hope will last for many years, and that will allow us to continue offering quality service to the clients who place their trust in us. We hope they are the first of many teams,” highlighted Yadira González, founder and CFO (Chief Financial Officer) of SILT.</span></p></blockquote>
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		<title>Holman acquires full ownership of ARIZA, ends joint venture with Corporación Zapata</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Holman , a firm based in New Jersey, USA, with a history of more than 100 years in the automotive services market, announced the acquisition of all of ARIZA. ARIZA was a joint venture in equal parts between Holman and Corporación Zapata, with which Holman will now strengthen its presence in the fleet management business with multinationals in North America. As [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.holman.com/mx-en/"><span dir="auto">Holman</span></a><span dir="auto"> , a firm based in New Jersey, USA, with a history of more than 100 years in the automotive services market, </span><strong><span dir="auto">announced the acquisition of all of ARIZA.</span></strong></p>
<p><span dir="auto">ARIZA was a </span><em><span dir="auto">joint venture</span></em><span dir="auto"> in equal parts between Holman and </span><a href="https://www.zapata.com.mx/"><span dir="auto">Corporación Zapata,</span></a><span dir="auto"> with which Holman will now strengthen its presence in the fleet management business with multinationals in North America.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">As part of this transition, the ARIZA brand will be discontinued and the company </span><strong><span dir="auto">will operate under the name Holman.</span></strong></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">“At Holman, we are honored and grateful to have collaborated with the Zapata family for more than 30 years on this successful joint venture,” said Chris Conroy, CEO of Holman. “The integration of ARIZA into Holman reflects our confidence in the Mexican market, our commitment to supporting our customers throughout North America, and our appreciation for the talented team that has helped build this business.”</span></p></blockquote>
<p><strong><span dir="auto">ARIZA was founded in 1995 as a joint venture between Holman and Corporación Zapata</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , with the goal of helping its customers respond to the increasingly complex demands involved in operating a multinational fleet.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">For over 30 years, ARIZA has accumulated extensive experience in fleet management, innovative technology, and local market knowledge to optimize performance and transform fleet vehicles into strategic business assets. </span><strong><span dir="auto">This acquisition will integrate ARIZA&#8217;s team, operations, and customer service into Holman.</span></strong></p>
<p><span dir="auto">Holman customers will now have a single point of contact, standardized processes, and a broader service offering across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This integration will enable Holman to provide the comprehensive and coordinated fleet management experience across countries that its multinational customers require. ARIZA&#8217;s offices, website, digital platforms, and customer materials will gradually adopt the Holman name and brand identity.</span></p>
<p><strong><span dir="auto">Corporación Zapata was founded in 1956</span></strong><span dir="auto"> and operates in the land transportation and mobility sector. It maintains a presence in the markets for the distribution of automobiles, commercial vehicles, trailers, buses, used vehicles, and auctions.</span></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Security technology is gaining ground in the trucking industry, but simply having devices, cameras, and connectivity platforms doesn&#8217;t guarantee their full potential. Operator training and data utilization remain two of the main gaps in maximizing the benefits of these tools. This was explained by Itzel Alpízar, Business Intelligence &#38; Connectivity Strategy Manager at Daimler Truck Mexico , who pointed [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><strong><span dir="auto">Security technology</span></strong><span dir="auto"> is gaining ground in the trucking industry, but simply having devices, cameras, and connectivity platforms doesn&#8217;t guarantee their full potential. Operator training and data utilization remain two of the main gaps in maximizing the benefits of these tools.</span></p>
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<p class="PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer" data-start="795" data-end="1154"><span dir="auto">This was explained by Itzel Alpízar, Business Intelligence &amp; Connectivity Strategy Manager at </span><strong data-start="810" data-end="906"><a href="https://daimler.com.mx/"><span dir="auto">Daimler Truck Mexico</span></a></strong><span dir="auto"> , who pointed out that currently the carriers themselves are showing greater interest in incorporating security solutions into their units, a different scenario from previous years, when brands had to more strongly promote their adoption.</span></p>
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<p data-start="1156" data-end="1492"><span dir="auto">“Customers are usually the ones who seek out or want to ensure they have some of these devices or security features in their vehicles. However, I think the missing piece in the industry now is the full utilization of all the data and all the technology,” he commented.</span></p>
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<p data-start="1494" data-end="1856"><span dir="auto">In an interview with T21, Alpízar explained that the brand&#8217;s strategy is focused on strengthening its connectivity and security ecosystem, as well as using technology to contribute to the efficiency of its customers&#8217; operations.</span></p>
<figure id="attachment_682505" class="wp-caption aligncenter" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-682505"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-682505 size-full" src="https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Diseno-sin-titulo-37.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" srcset="https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Diseno-sin-titulo-37.jpg 500w, https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Diseno-sin-titulo-37-250x300.jpg 250w, https://t21.com.mx/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Diseno-sin-titulo-37-150x180.jpg 150w" alt="" width="500" height="600" data-pin-no-hover="true" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-682505" class="wp-caption-text"><span dir="auto">Itzel Alpízar, Business Intelligence &amp; Connectivity Strategy Manager at Daimler Truck México.</span></figcaption></figure>
<p data-start="1858" data-end="2247"><span dir="auto">Among the available tools, he mentioned </span><strong data-start="1902" data-end="1949"><span dir="auto">Detroit Assurance and Freightliner Link 3.0</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , which work together to generate safety protocols with a preventative approach. Through artificial intelligence (AI), it is possible to process different stimuli from both the environment and the vehicle itself to detect alerts that require action.</span></p>
<p data-start="2249" data-end="2582"><span dir="auto">The goal, he explained, is to act before an accident occurs or, when an incident has already happened, to activate protocols that help protect the vehicle, the cargo, and the driver. In terms of road safety, the tools also aim to anticipate risk factors such as fatigue.</span></p>
<h4 data-start="2584" data-end="2623"><strong><span dir="auto">Training, a gap to close</span></strong></h4>
<p data-start="2625" data-end="2883"><span dir="auto">However, technology requires the participation of those behind the wheel. Alpízar identified the </span><strong data-start="2742" data-end="2803"><span dir="auto">training and awareness of drivers</span></strong><span dir="auto"> as one of the main gaps in taking advantage of available solutions.</span></p>
<p data-start="2885" data-end="3121"><span dir="auto">He explained that the company works with its clients on training to facilitate familiarization with these technologies, as there are still cases in which operators obstruct the cameras or show resistance to using them.</span></p>
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<p data-start="3123" data-end="3351"><span dir="auto">“When we show them these videos or best practices with other clients that have helped us prevent accidents or prevent theft, their thinking and adoption change quite a bit,” he said.</span></p>
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<p data-start="3353" data-end="3515"><span dir="auto">The second challenge lies in the </span><strong data-start="3384" data-end="3393"><span dir="auto">data</span></strong><span dir="auto"> . The platforms generate large volumes of information that need to be translated into decisions and preventative actions.</span></p>
<p data-start="3517" data-end="3911"><span dir="auto">As an example, he pointed out that if a road is identified where, on a certain incline, vehicles tend to exceed their speed excessively, parameters and other actions can be established to help prevent risks. Customizing platforms, devices, and alerts also allows solutions to be tailored to each client&#8217;s needs.</span></p>
<p data-start="3957" data-end="4294"><span dir="auto">The relationship between carriers and these tools has also changed. According to Alpízar, initially it was the responsibility of the supplier companies to approach clients and demonstrate the need to incorporate technology; now, it is the carriers themselves who seek out security devices and solutions.</span></p>
<p data-start="4296" data-end="4566"><span dir="auto">However, he considered that the next step for the industry will be </span><strong data-start="4364" data-end="4442"><span dir="auto">to take full advantage of the information generated by these technologies</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , so that the data can be translated into specific measures for each operation.</span></p>
<h4 data-start="4568" data-end="4602"><strong data-start="4568" data-end="4602"><span dir="auto">More tracking capabilities</span></strong></h4>
<p data-start="4604" data-end="4908"><span dir="auto">Looking ahead to the evolution of these solutions, the company is working on incorporating </span><strong data-start="4691" data-end="4728"><span dir="auto">additional tracking sensors</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , with the intention of facilitating the monitoring of different components of the operation, even when there are changes in boxes or goods.</span></p>
<p data-start="4910" data-end="5309"><span dir="auto">It also seeks to strengthen tools focused on operator performance. Alpízar explained that they already have </span><strong data-start="5027" data-end="5043"><span dir="auto">Driver Coach</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , which provides operators with suggestions to improve their performance, while they work on strengthening a scoring system that allows clients to identify best practices and replicate them among their other operators.</span></p>
<p data-start="5311" data-end="5518"><span dir="auto">Given what he described as a challenging macroeconomic environment, the strategy will be to stay close to customers and complement the units with solutions that allow them to make better use of their assets.</span></p>
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<p data-start="5520" data-end="5849" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><span dir="auto">“What we are looking for is to be very close to our customers and be able to offer them these kinds of differentiators that help them to take full advantage not only of the unit, but also of the range of solutions we have to support them in this situation,” he pointed out.</span></p>
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		<title>Scania opens its first used car hub in San Luis Potosí</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:50:41 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>SAN LUIS POTOSÍ, SLP. – Thirty-two years ago, San Luis Potosí was the starting point for Scania &#8216;s story in Mexico . Today, amidst an economic climate that has led companies to hold back or postpone investments, the automaker has returned to the same location to open a new door: its first Scania Used Vehicle Hub in [&#8230;]</p>
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<p data-start="752" data-end="1106"><a href="https://www.scania.com/mx/es/home.html"><span dir="auto">SAN LUIS POTOSÍ, SLP. – Thirty-two years ago, San Luis Potosí was the starting point for Scania</span></a><span dir="auto"> &#8216;s story in Mexico . Today, amidst an economic climate that has led companies to hold back or postpone investments, the automaker has returned to the same location to open a new door: its first Scania Used Vehicle Hub in the country.</span></p>
<p data-start="1108" data-end="1360"><span dir="auto">With an investment of </span><strong data-start="1129" data-end="1154"><span dir="auto">4.5 million pesos</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , the new space adds </span><strong><span dir="auto">1,500 </span></strong><strong data-start="1178" data-end="1228"><span dir="auto">square meters and 10 service bays</span></strong><span dir="auto"> intended to inspect, intervene and fine-tune used vehicles before returning them to the market.</span></p>
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<p data-start="1362" data-end="1620"><span dir="auto">Aaron Sanchez, manager of the Altiplano and Western Region of Scania Mexico, explained that San Luis Potosi was chosen as the first point because of its location and connectivity, but the operational objective is what happens before delivering a vehicle again.</span></p>
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<p data-start="1622" data-end="1861"><span dir="auto">“What we are looking for is for this workshop to function in order to guarantee that the purchase of used vehicles […] results in a unit without faults, a unit that is ready for the road,” he said.</span></p>
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<p data-start="1863" data-end="2154"><span dir="auto">And to get back on the road, the units go through a </span><strong data-start="1925" data-end="1958"><em><span dir="auto">checklist</span></em><span dir="auto"> of up to 100 points</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , divided into five categories that cover safety and operational control, powertrain, diagnostics, chassis, suspension, structure and cab conditions.</span></p>
<p data-start="2156" data-end="2419"><span dir="auto">The inspection can extend to the vehicle&#8217;s inner workings. If necessary, technicians can </span><strong data-start="2251" data-end="2279"><span dir="auto">remove and repair an engine</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , as well as work on the transmission and differentials before the vehicle is put back on sale.</span></p>
<p data-start="2421" data-end="2674"><span dir="auto">The return to San Luis Potosí also has a historical component for the company. Gisela Quintero, Director of Customer Experience and Services at Scania Mexico, recalled that it was precisely there where the company began its journey in the country.</span></p>
<p data-start="2953" data-end="3074"><span dir="auto">But the opening also comes at a time when investment decisions face a less straightforward scenario.</span></p>
<p data-start="3076" data-end="3338"><span dir="auto">Manuel Aranda, Retail Director of Scania Mexico, acknowledged that the country is experiencing a “quite uncertain” economic situation and that, in such scenarios, companies tend to </span><strong data-start="3265" data-end="3299"><span dir="auto">slow down or postpone investments</span></strong><span dir="auto"> . In response, he maintained that the company&#8217;s strategy has been to maintain investments in infrastructure and customer service capacity.</span></p>
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<p data-start="3474" data-end="3782"><span dir="auto">“At Scania we have been doing the complete opposite; we have been opening new sites, expanding our capacity, hiring more staff, and investing in tooling,” said Aranda, who added that the expansion will continue to increase service capacity in the country.</span></p>
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<p data-start="3784" data-end="4152"><span dir="auto">In addition to infrastructure, another key element for the used car market is </span><strong data-start="3866" data-end="3912"><span dir="auto">knowing the vehicle&#8217;s history</span></strong><span dir="auto"> . During the presentation, it was detailed that </span><strong data-start="3953" data-end="4038"><span dir="auto">98% of the vehicles considered were covered by a maintenance policy</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , allowing their service history to be traced through the brand&#8217;s workshops.</span></p>
<p data-start="4154" data-end="4392"><span dir="auto">For his part, David Hernández, National Manager of Used Vehicles at Scania Mexico, explained that the strategy seeks precisely to extend the life cycle of vehicles and support fleet renewal beyond the sale of new units.</span></p>
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<p data-start="4394" data-end="4568"><span dir="auto">“Fleet renewal in the trucking industry doesn&#8217;t just depend on selling new units, but also on the ecosystem that surrounds them,” he noted.</span></p>
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<p data-start="4570" data-end="4929"><span dir="auto">The scheme also targets </span><strong data-start="4602" data-end="4640"><span dir="auto">small and medium-sized transport companies</span></strong><span dir="auto"> looking to incorporate newer vehicles without necessarily acquiring a new unit, in a market where knowing the maintenance, mechanical conditions and costs that may come after the purchase can make the difference.</span></p>
<p data-start="4931" data-end="5180"><span dir="auto">With San Luis Potosí as its starting point, Scania thus opens a new stage for its used and multi-brand business in Mexico, extending the support of the units beyond their first owner.</span></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The fleet renewal program for motor transport promoted by the Ministry of Economy (SE) not only seeks to modernize the motor fleet (tractors and trucks) that has an average age of 19.4 years (considering cargo and passenger trucks), but could also become a gateway for more heavy units to begin to be insured, considered Alfredo Careaga, director of Business [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><span dir="auto">The </span><strong><span dir="auto">fleet renewal program for motor transport</span></strong><span dir="auto"> promoted by the </span><a href="https://www.gob.mx/se/?LanguageId=1"><span dir="auto">Ministry of Economy (SE)</span></a><span dir="auto"> not only seeks to modernize the motor fleet (tractors and trucks) that has an average age of 19.4 years (considering cargo and passenger trucks), but could also become a gateway for more heavy units to begin to be insured, considered Alfredo Careaga, director of Business Development of </span><a href="https://www.thbmexico.com/"><span dir="auto">THB Mexico</span></a><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">“Overall, we think the initiative is very good in terms of renewing a rather old fleet, and I believe this incentive is positive,” Careaga stated in an interview with T21, adding that the program promoted by the federal government stems from an obvious need: an aging fleet and historical difficulties in </span><strong><span dir="auto">accessing financing</span></strong><span dir="auto"> .</span></p></blockquote>
<p><span dir="auto">For Careaga, the initiative may have effects that go beyond the purchase of units, particularly in </span><strong><span dir="auto">road safety and risk management</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , although it will be necessary to observe its implementation and the requirements that carriers must meet to access credit.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">The modernization program includes financing schemes backed by guarantees from </span><a href="https://www.nafin.com/portalnf/content/home/home.html"><span dir="auto">Nacional Financiera (Nafin)</span></a><span dir="auto"> for </span><strong><span dir="auto">micro and small transport operators with between one and 30 vehicles</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , who will be able to acquire new or used vehicles. The maximum financing amount under the shared-risk scheme is </span><strong><span dir="auto">15 million pesos</span></strong><span dir="auto"> or its equivalent in US dollars, and the option to acquire new vehicles will be for up to 84 months with a minimum down payment of 10 percent.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">For pre-owned units, the maximum term will be  </span><strong><span dir="auto">up to 60 months with a minimum down payment of 15 percent</span></strong><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">Although the plan is being implemented by the </span><a href="https://www.gob.mx/sict/es/"><span dir="auto">Ministry of Infrastructure, Communications and Transportation (SICT)</span></a><span dir="auto"> , it is part of a broader package announced by the Ministry of Economy within the </span><strong><span dir="auto">Mexico Plan</span></strong><span dir="auto"> to promote the renewal of heavy vehicles. This package includes tax incentives, guarantees, a new Official Mexican Standard, and measures to protect </span><strong><span dir="auto">domestic production</span></strong><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">From Careaga&#8217;s perspective, one of the biggest benefits of the renewal is the incorporation of technology and safety devices in the new units, such as GPS tracking systems and other elements that can contribute both to </span><strong><span dir="auto">fleet monitoring</span></strong><span dir="auto"> and to a faster response to incidents.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">The specialist considered that, if new vehicles must introduce certain measures to access credit, it would create an incentive to improve </span><strong><span dir="auto">risk management</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , especially for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises, which usually face greater difficulties in obtaining financing and which, from Careaga&#8217;s point of view, are the ones that concentrate older units with fewer safety measures,</span></p>
<h4><strong><span dir="auto">Insurance sector, a piece of financing</span></strong></h4>
<p><span dir="auto">The participation of the insurance sector could be another factor in determining the program&#8217;s scope. Alfredo Careaga stated that </span><strong><span dir="auto">insurers are interested in adding new vehicles to their portfolios</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , particularly those with improved safety features.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">The specialist indicated that the renewal could also expand insurance penetration in the motor transport sector.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">According to SICT statistics, the fleet serving federal motor transport totaled </span><strong><span dir="auto">762,821 motor units in 2025</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , representing an annual increase of 5.4 percent.</span></p>
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<p><span dir="auto">In the same cycle, the </span><a href="https://sitio.amis.com.mx/"><span dir="auto">Mexican Association of Insurance Institutions (AMIS)</span></a><span dir="auto"> identified 927,978 heavy units —including trucks, tractor-trailers, minibuses, buses and semi-trailers— that were insured.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">In that regard, Alfredo Carega suggested that insurance could be more directly linked to loans. If a financial institution provides funds to acquire a vehicle, protecting that asset can </span><strong><span dir="auto">reduce the risk of default in the event of an accident or theft</span></strong><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">The executive also considered that the initiative could serve as a first stage to test a scheme that could later be expanded with greater private participation, which would represent an opportunity to support financial institutions and carriers in designing adequate coverage for vehicles acquired under the scheme proposed by the federal government.</span></p></blockquote>
<p><span dir="auto">In this way, the renewal of the vehicle fleet presents an opportunity that goes beyond taking old units out of circulation: it can link financing, safety and insurance under the same scheme.</span></p>
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		<title>Mercado Libre ecosystem, with an impact on e-commerce, logistics and the Mexican economy</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:43:28 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>An online purchase may begin with a click, but behind that action lies an entire ecosystem that impacts far beyond the transaction itself and transcends the socioeconomic sphere. This is one of the changes revealed by the so-called &#8220;MELI Effect ,&#8221; a study presented by Mercado Libre during the sixth edition of Mercado Libre Experience . According to the analysis, Mercado [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><span dir="auto">An online purchase may begin with a click, but behind that action lies an entire ecosystem that impacts far beyond the transaction itself and transcends the socioeconomic sphere. This is one of the changes revealed by the so-called </span><strong><span dir="auto">&#8220;MELI Effect</span></strong><span dir="auto"> ,&#8221; a study presented by </span><a href="https://www.mercadolibre.com.mx/"><span dir="auto">Mercado Libre</span></a><span dir="auto"> during the sixth edition of </span><strong><span dir="auto">Mercado Libre Experience</span></strong><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">According to the analysis, Mercado Libre operated with 138 logistics centers in 2025, with a direct presence in 67 localities or municipalities in 31 federal entities, and more than 8,360 delivery and pickup agencies distributed in the 32 states of the country.</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">“Reducing logistics costs and times is what enables the growth of e-commerce, and it benefits small, peripheral, and low-ticket sellers the most,” the company said in a statement.</span></p></blockquote>
<p><span dir="auto">The study highlighted that the direct and indirect impact of the Mercado Libre ecosystem on the Mexican economy was more than </span><strong><span dir="auto">106.4 billion pesos (mdp)</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , equivalent to approximately 0.4% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">In addition, </span><strong><span dir="auto">more than 220,000 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) sold their products through the platform</span></strong><span dir="auto"> last year. For 68% of them, this was their first online sales experience, while for 51% it is their primary sales channel.</span></p>
<p><em><span dir="auto">In Mexico, a growing portion of online</span></em><span dir="auto"> sales comes from SMEs and entrepreneurs.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">The study revealed that </span><strong><span dir="auto">two out of three SMEs reached cities they previously did not have commercial access to</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , while 47% used artificial intelligence for the first time through Mercado Libre&#8217;s tools.</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">“If there’s one thing that’s become clear to us in 27 years of operating in the country, it’s that Mexico has enormous transformative potential. Our job is to put technology, scale, and capabilities behind that momentum to democratize digital commerce and finance,” highlighted David Geisen, CEO of Mercado Libre Mexico and SVP of Commerce for Hispanics.</span></p></blockquote>
<h4><strong><span dir="auto">A market that continues to grow</span></strong></h4>
<p><span dir="auto">This result comes in a Mexican market where e-commerce maintains double-digit growth rates. According to the </span><a href="https://amvo.org.mx/"><span dir="auto">Mexican Online Sales Association (AMVO)</span></a><span dir="auto"> , </span><strong><span dir="auto">e </span><em><span dir="auto">-commerce</span></em><span dir="auto"> reached a value of 941 billion pesos in 2025</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , a 19.2% increase compared to 2024. </span><em><span dir="auto">Retail</span></em><span dir="auto"> represented 17.7% of the total market in the country.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">For Mercado Libre, the impact extends beyond commerce. In 2025, </span><strong><span dir="auto">more than 950,000 businesses and entrepreneurs used Mercado Pago to process payments</span></strong><span dir="auto"> . According to the study, 85% identified the platform as their primary payment method, and for more than half, it was their only one. Furthermore, over 40% of users in Mexico accessed a personal loan for the first time through </span><a href="https://www.mercadopago.com.mx/"><span dir="auto">Mercado Pago</span></a><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">“These numbers reaffirm that Mercado Pago is part of the daily lives of millions of users and, without a doubt, the digital account of choice for Mexican SMEs. What we achieve with digital finance is breaking down barriers and providing solutions that support the needs of Mexicans and their businesses in multiple aspects of their financial lives,” highlighted Pedro Rivas, Vice President and General Manager of Mercado Pago Mexico.</span></p></blockquote>
<p><span dir="auto">On the demand side, 82% of surveyed consumers identified </span><strong><span dir="auto">Mercado Libre as their first choice for searching for products</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , while 65% valued the possibility of accessing goods that are not available in their city.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">The “MELI Effect” study was prepared using the company’s own information, an input-output model to estimate direct and indirect effects on GDP and employment using the methodology of the </span><a href="https://www.oecd.org/en.html"><span dir="auto">Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)</span></a><span dir="auto"> .</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">This impact is also reflected in job creation. </span><strong><span dir="auto">In 2025, the company directly employed more than 34,300 people in the country</span></strong><span dir="auto"> ; for every direct job, three more indirect jobs were generated throughout the rest of the economy, sustained by the economic impact of the ecosystem. In total, last year more than 136,800 jobs were linked to the company&#8217;s ecosystem.</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">“The multiplier effect of the Mercado Libre ecosystem translates into opportunities for growth and economic development for businesses and individuals, as well as an important contribution to the national economy to continue delivering the best of Mexico,” said David Geisen.</span></p></blockquote>
<p><span dir="auto">According to its second quarter 2026 results report, Mercado Libre obtained revenues of $10.2 billion, which meant a year-on-year growth of 50%.</span></p>
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		<title>CICE puts new cranes into operation in Veracruz; expands capacity for maritime services</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:34:31 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Grupo CICE Semi-Specialized Container and Cargo Terminal , located in the North Bay of the port of Veracruz, opened a new operational stage with the commissioning of two Liebherr P180 LS Multipurpose Rail Cranes (GPR) , equipment with which the company expands its capabilities to serve maritime services and perform maneuvers with different cargo configurations. The integration of [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><a href="https://home.grupocice.com/"><span dir="auto">The Grupo CICE</span></a><span dir="auto"> Semi-Specialized Container and Cargo Terminal , located in the North Bay of the port of Veracruz, opened a new operational stage with the </span><strong><span dir="auto">commissioning of two Liebherr P180 LS Multipurpose Rail Cranes (GPR)</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , equipment with which the company expands its capabilities to serve maritime services and perform maneuvers with different cargo configurations.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">The integration of the equipment progressed from the installation phase to commercial operation with the service of two shipping lines. The first was ALTAMIRA EXPRESS, operated by </span><a href="https://www.cma-cgm.com/"><span dir="auto">CMA CGM</span></a><span dir="auto"> , with the arrival of the </span><strong><span dir="auto">vessel ELBBRIDGE</span></strong><span dir="auto"> ; while the second crane became operational with the ZIM GULF TOUCAN service, operated by </span><a href="https://www.zim.com/"><span dir="auto">ZIM Integrated Shipping Services</span></a><span dir="auto"> , during the stopover of the SPYROS V.</span></p>
<blockquote><p><span dir="auto">With these operations, both teams were formally integrated into the work scheme of the North Bay terminal, expanding the resources available to respond to the needs of the </span><strong><span dir="auto">shipping lines</span></strong><span dir="auto"> that call at this facility in the port of Veracruz.</span></p></blockquote>
<p><span dir="auto">One of the key features of the new cranes is precisely their versatility. The Liebherr P180 LS cranes have a </span><strong><span dir="auto">safe lifting capacity of up to 65 tons</span></strong><span dir="auto"> and can reach up to 80 tons using Twin Lift operations, a configuration that allows for the simultaneous handling of two containers.</span></p>
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<p><span dir="auto">For operations requiring higher capacities, the cranes can work in tandem </span><strong><span dir="auto">,</span></strong><span dir="auto"> handling loads between 80 and 100 tons. This feature is particularly relevant for a facility that, in addition to container handling, is designed to handle project cargo, where the dimensions and weights of the components require different operational configurations than those used in conventional containerized cargo handling.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">In addition, it has a </span><strong><span dir="auto">capacity of up to 20 rows of containers</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , a feature that expands the possibilities for serving vessels and strengthens the terminal&#8217;s capacity to meet the demands posed by the evolution of maritime services.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">The addition of the equipment also has a technological component. The GPR cranes are equipped with </span><strong><span dir="auto">ROS systems for remote operation</span></strong><span dir="auto"> , as well as Active Front End technology, which allows for energy recovery during certain phases of crane operation. In this way, the expansion of physical capabilities is accompanied by tools designed to optimize maneuvers and the performance of port operations.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">The commissioning of the two cranes is thus integrated into the operational development of the Semi-Specialized Container and Cargo Terminal Project of Grupo CICE in Bahía Norte, an infrastructure from which the company seeks to increase its capacity to respond to the dynamics of </span><strong><span dir="auto">maritime services</span></strong><span dir="auto"> that connect the port of Veracruz with different markets.</span></p>
<p><span dir="auto">Beyond adding two pieces of equipment to its infrastructure, its commissioning expands Grupo CICE&#8217;s options for handling different types of maneuvers from the same terminal, both for containerized cargo and for operations that demand greater lifting capacities.</span></p>
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