The crossborder freight transport sector faces significant challenges stemming from infrastructure lags and operational challenges, which directly impact the efficiency of supply chains, according to Eduardo Chaim, Commercial Director of VAX Solutions , in an interview with T21.
Lack of investment in roads and customs creates long waiting times, additional costs and operational risks for carriers and logistics companies. All of this adds to economic uncertainty and threats from the US government to impose tariffs.
In this regard, Chaim explained that this situation generates a “backload,” that is, “if the units did not manage to cross or do not manage to get off, they keep moving and it affects the supply chain, where the unit did not manage to arrive on the date of the appointment and had to postpone the appointment.”
The infrastructure gap is also reflected in the connectivity of logistics corridors. Another factor that has generated pressure on cross-border logistics is the volatility in cargo volumes, according to Chaim.
Faced with these challenges, companies such as VAX Solutions have chosen to diversify their operations and strengthen their presence in different markets, consolidating their growth through reinvestment and operational optimization strategies , with a focus on digitalization and security .
“Satellite tracking, telemetry, artificial intelligence—anything you can add to the unit obviously makes it a little more expensive, but it’s less risky,” Chaim said, referring to a solution to all the operational challenges.
Chaim also emphasized that the freight transportation sector needs to constantly adapt to respond to changes in international trade. Route optimization, investment in technology, and human talent training are key to improving operational efficiency and reducing the impact of demand volatility.
Despite the challenges, he indicated that the Mexican market continues to show sustained growth in its logistics infrastructure.
“Despite all the tensions, industrial parks continue to grow, and investments in the country continue,” Chaim added.
He indicated that the crossborder transport industry also has opportunities to improve its competitiveness at a global level, with the support of strategic allies.
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