Following the announcement of the incorporation of  Transportes VIM ,  Grupo MexAmerik  is working on the integration of the company as part of a long-term strategy focused on specialization, diversification of services and strengthening of its corporate structure.

Beyond the growth in size and fleet, the operation responds to a strategic vision that seeks  to expand the group’s capabilities in segments where it has previously had a limited participation .

Pablo Ocampo, CEO of Grupo MexAmerik (number 32 in the Top 100 of Autotransport® ) , explained that the approach with VIM began at the end of 2024 and concluded in May 2026, after an analysis process that lasted for about a year and a half.

“What makes us a bit more attractive to the parties involved is the fact that VIM handles some issues that we don’t. Trying to complement our offerings with divisions that we don’t have and that we hadn’t planned to open organically in the short term created certain complications,” he noted.

With the integration of VIM, Grupo MexAmerik incorporates  four divisions  focused on specialized cargo, refrigerated transport, containers and construction, expanding its service offering and the industries it can serve.

For Ocampo, the value of these new lines of business goes beyond increasing revenue, as they allow for diversification of operations and reduce dependence on sectors with cyclical behaviors.

“Construction is very good, but it’s very cyclical. Having several divisions gives us the flexibility to serve different industries and break seasonal patterns,” he explained.

Maintaining VIM’s identity

Unlike other business consolidation processes, Grupo MexAmerik decided to retain the VIM brand name, adopting visual elements from the group and adding the MexAmerik legend to its corporate identity.

“We believe that VIM has intrinsic value in the market and in the divisions it serves. Changing the names or the operation is not advisable at this time,” he emphasized.

Ocampo also  ruled out any staff reductions as part of the integration . He explained that the goal is to leverage the strengths of both organizations and consolidate joint projects, while maintaining each company’s operations.

The strategy envisions that each company will maintain its operational, commercial and human capital teams, while some corporate functions will be managed centrally.

These include the  areas of strategy and development, information technology, administration and finance , as well as a new control and security structure that will serve Grupo MexAmerik, VIM and MexAmerik USA.

“We are trying to take the best of each scheme: to operate independently, but with all the advantages of being a group,” he said.

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Guanajuato reaffirms its position as one of the country’s most dynamic economies by strengthening its industrial ecosystem with a strategy focused on diversification , innovation , and sustainability , according to Cristina Villaseñor Aguilar, head of the state’s Ministry of Economy .

In an interview with T21, Villaseñor explained that the state currently ranks fifth nationally in economic performance and first among non-border states in terms of exports.

In 2024, it recorded a record automotive production output of more than 896,000 vehicles and an installed capacity exceeding one million units. This year, a new record high is expected, with production reaching between 900,000 and 920,000 units.

In the manufacturing sector , Guanajuato ranks second nationwide , with a value of 1.2 trillion pesos. This result is due to a policy of economic certainty, stability, and adaptation to global changes, said Villaseñor.

The goal of attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) for the six-year term amounts to eight billion dollars, of which 38% has already been realized in just one year, equivalent to three billion dollars, he explained.

“My economic strategy is complementary, sustainable, and responsible investment; it’s not just about attracting investment, but also attracting investment that contributes to the value chain,” the official stated.

These investments ( which have generated more than 8,400 jobs ) are distributed among municipalities in the industrial corridor and also in regions such as Guanajuato capital, San José Iturbide, Apaseo el Grande, Villagrán, San Miguel de Allende, Abasolo, Irapuato, León, Celaya, Silao and Romita, he commented.

In addition, it seeks to attract diversified projects in sectors such as plastics , services , technologies , pharmaceuticals and cosmetics .

The official highlighted that the state has 12 consolidated productive sectors , including fashion (textile, leather goods, and footwear), chemicals, logistics and mobility, aerospace, ceramics, information technology, construction, mining, and medical devices. Japan, the United States, Germany, Italy, France, England, Canada, Spain, Austria, Korea, Switzerland, and Mexico remain the main trading partners.

“In Guanajuato, we’re not just an automotive and agri-food industry. We have 12 outstanding sectors: fashion, chemicals, logistics, aerospace, ceramics, information technology, construction, mining, and medical devices,” Villaseñor added.

By 2026 and 2027 , the state agency plans to complete 25 additional projects with a potential investment exceeding US$1.5 billion , which would allow it to reach half of the six-year goal. Among the newly interested countries are Argentina, India, Taiwan, and Germany.

The state has also demonstrated resilience in the face of economic crises and global geopolitical shifts . The automotive industry represents 20% of the state’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) , generates more than 213,000 direct and indirect jobs, and accounts for 72% of exports, equivalent to $26 billion in 2024.

The Guanajuato Automotive Cluster —considered the most important in Latin America—brings together more than 700 Tier 1, 2, and 3 companies, distributed across 23 municipalities and supported by 7,600 economic units linked to the productive ecosystem, Villaseñor explained.

From 1992 to 2025, Guanajuato has accumulated more than $25.5 billion in FDI, with a significant presence in sectors such as metalworking, plastics, rubber, glass, chemicals, electrical, specialized leather, textiles, logistics, and transportation.

The city was recently designated as a Wellness Hub for the Bajío Logistics Gateway , which will strengthen its role as an industrial hub and hub for land, air, and rail mobility.

According to Cristina Villaseñor , the state government is also promoting training and strengthening programs for local suppliers to consolidate the value chain, “generating ecosystems of prosperity that build peace.”

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The upcoming revision of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) , scheduled for July 2026, represents a window of opportunity in the face of the United States’ protectionist economic policy, which has affected various industrial sectors in Sinaloa, specifically primary and processed activities that the entity exports to the United States and Canada, its main markets.

“Sinaloa is an exporting state, primarily to the United States and Canada, which is why, for us, the USMCA is an important treaty that creates competitiveness, as tariffs have increased the price of several products that consumers absorb, and if the cost is too high, they end up not buying them. This is where the problem begins for companies, as sales are halted and this forces a readjustment of supply chains ,” emphasized Julio César Silvas, president of the Alliance for Business Development and Competitiveness (Adecem) , in an interview with T21.

In logistics, this means more expensive alternative routes or reduced volumes, affecting everything from land to sea transportation in ports like Mazatlán, he noted.

According to the Sinaloa Economic Development Council (Codesin) , the state’s exports totaled $3.618 billion in 2024, representing an annual increase of 11%; food and agricultural products accounted for 86.3% of that total.

For an exporting state like Sinaloa, the USMCA also means an open door to continued trade with the North American region , however, the fluidity of these operations is threatened by insecurity.

In areas such as Culiacán, Navolato, Los Mochis, and Mazatlán, the transportation of goods, whether for customs or interstate distribution, has faced disruptions that, while not paralyzing logistics or supply chains, have affected efficiency.

“That part of the country is an area of ​​opportunity for Mexican authorities to address,” said Silvas, who emphasized the need for policies that unblock internal trade flows, which are essential for the USMCA to function as a regional catalyst.

One of the positive aspects of the trilateral trade agreement in the state is the increase in workers’ wages . However, there are still aspects that need to be addressed, as this does not reflect an improvement in the population’s purchasing power.

Since the USMCA came into effect in 2020, the minimum wage in Sinaloa was 123.22 pesos per day; in 2025, it will be 278.80 pesos per day, representing a 126.26% increase, according to Mexican government data.

Tariff uncertainty has led to the relocation of companies , particularly in the automotive sector. Although Sinaloa does not produce finished vehicles, its harnesses and components for this industry form key links, said the president of Adecem, who added that tomato and coffee producers have also suffered from the tariff impacts.

In 2024, Sinaloa produced 774,811 tons of tomatoes, an increase of 8.8% compared to 2023, according to the General Directorate of the Agri-Food and Fisheries Information Service (DGSIAP) , a decentralized administrative body of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (Sader) .

Diversification, the commitment to other markets

Faced with this pressure, Sinaloa is betting on diversification. Silvas recalled successful experiences of local companies such as SuKarne , which exports to Asia, and Zucarmex , which sells its products in Latin America and Europe. “We have experience in the Asian market,” Silvas emphasized, and he believed that the learning curves that Sinaloa’s products have gained in international markets should be leveraged.

Negotiations for the 2026 revision of the USMCA are generating optimism, albeit with caution, said Julio César Silvas, who highlighted the capacity and experience of Mexican negotiators to reach agreements that benefit both Mexico and the United States.

“Issues such as Chinese competition, a key request from Washington, could be resolved if Mexico demonstrates a commitment to strengthening regional integration. I don’t think the economy will be shut down; the United States is also a concern. I think it will be positive; we’ll just have to see the terms; the fact that they’re sitting at the table is already positive,” he emphasized.

The Monterrey Transportation and Logistics Meeting 2025 (ETYL MTY) , organized by Grupo T21, will address the importance of the USMCA and its impact on trade between Mexico and the United States.

In this regard, the Mexico-U.S. panel on the USMCA, cross-border trade, and regional competitiveness will be held on October 15  , where the challenges and opportunities within the framework of this agreement will be analyzed.

Topolobampo, Economic Development Pole

Looking to the future, projects like the Economic Development Hub for Well-being in Topolobampo represent a commercial driver for Sinaloa, especially for industries like tourism and automotive, attracting hotel chains and suppliers.

In this regard, Silvas highlighted the fertilizer plant of the Gas and Petrochemicals of the West (GPO) project , which seeks to contribute to the social and economic development of the region.

According to the GPO website, the committed investment amounts to $1.25 billion, an amount that will continue to rise to $5 billion over a 10-year period.

In addition, GPO has implemented social benefit programs that cover employment, sports, health, community, culture and education, seeking to improve the quality of life of the residents of Topolobampo and its surrounding areas .

For Silvas, it is important that Sinaloa capture added value through public policies that integrate Mexican capital into strategic processes. Under the renewed USMCA, this vision could transform regional logistics and the state’s key industries into an engine of prosperity.

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The story of Grupo RAMEbegins with a steering wheel and a dream . Its founder started as a local route operator and, after years of road experience, acquired his first tractor-trailer.

That step marked the beginning of a company that, over the years, would consolidate itself in Saltillo, Coahuila, as a benchmark in cargo transportation.

RAME’s growth stemmed from projects that required the addition of more than 100 federally licensed carriers. This support network allowed the company to transition from directly operating the units to focusing on service management and coordination.

“It was a major and important boost for Grupo RAME,” recalled Augusto Ramos, the company’s vice president.

The family spirit permeated the first years of operation. For a seven-year period, the company focused on serving the automotive sector with three-and-a-half-ton units that crossed into the United States and Canada , Ramos said.

On those routes, the company’s founder (his father), along with his mother, an uncle, and other operators, carried the loads directly, reflecting a 24/7 commitment that cemented RAME’s reputation, he explained.

Today, Grupo RAME has 185 units and three companies focused on federal public cargo transportation. Its specialty remains dry vans , which represent 80% of its operations, although it also offers flatbeds, curtainsiders, and lowboys .

Diversification has been key: around 35% of its activity remains in the automotive sector, while 60% is focused on imports and exports.

Ramos explained that, in addition to focusing on imports and exports , the company decided to strengthen its domestic market. “Returning to the domestic theme over the past two years has greatly helped us achieve strength and productivity,” he noted.

The group opened a transfer division in Laredo and Nuevo Laredo—border crossing service—as well as a “personnel transportation” area .

Additionally, its portfolio includes dry van management, warehouse and yard equipment rentals, and dedicated solutions for sectors requiring punctuality and constant monitoring.

The company also develops border crossings, transshipments, and direct integration schemes with client plants under the in-house model . These activities are complemented by 24/7 monitoring and door-to-door services, with the goal of ensuring continuity in the logistics chain , Ramos emphasized.

They also have vehicles ready to begin operations on the U.S. side, however, the project remains on hold while they wait for an economic recovery .

Regarding fleet renewal , 2024 was a year of caution, Ramos commented. Although the average age of vehicles is five years (an accepted standard in demanding sectors such as automotive and pharmaceutical), the company halted expansion and renewal investments to protect its finances.

“We know that we’ll weather this year of speculation without any problems, even with our clients,” Ramos explained.

These initiatives are accompanied by the incorporation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools that, far from replacing personnel, seek to support decision-making with more accurate information.

“We want our employees to feel at ease, to see technology as a support, not a threat,” he noted.

Beyond the numbers, the company’s essence remains tied to the values ​​that inspired its founding. The organizational culture maintains a sense of consistency: those who don’t share that vision eventually leave.

“Grupo RAME is one of the best companies in the sector for its commitment to quality, safety, and transparency, both with its employees and clients, and with the authority itself,” Ramos stated.

With family roots, an openness to innovation, and a well-thought-out diversification plan, RAME is preparing to face a challenging environment without losing sight of what has distinguished it since its inception: growth based on shared effort .

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