This piece has no intention whatsoever of flattering anyone, least of all my esteemed editors, with whom I always try to maintain a good relationship by offering columns that provide value to readers. Rather, it addresses something that I believe is happening to many scholars and consultants who, when preparing documents related to the transportation and logistics sector, are increasingly finding that the materials published in Grupo T21 media outlets are not only interesting but also valuable —that is, current and reliable—information to support research or to provide elements for making certain decisions.

This happened to me recently when I was tasked with preparing a document related to customs operations at airports. I suddenly realized that among the most reliable sources I had access to, whether to obtain the hard data or to find out where to obtain it, were the reports, interviews, and in-depth articles by my journalist friends at Grupo T21, or the columns my colleagues publish in their respective media outlets.

I don’t know what you think, and perhaps I’m wrong, but just as can happen to a teacher after seeing their published texts become respectable sources for the subject they teach, one of the main sources of pride that the owner or editor of a magazine—which is sometimes the same person—can feel is that it becomes a reference in the industry it covers, as I am convinced is the case with those from Grupo T21.

Or seriously, is there a more valuable source of quality public information at levels that go beyond a superficial note in the transport and logistics sector than what emanates from Osiel Cruz’s offices?

I seriously doubt it! And if there is one, I’d like to know what it is, because right now, as I try to delve deeper into the information I need to prepare the document I was entrusted with, I end up citing, at least as a first and vital reference and even as a guide to move forward, some text published by the team of communication professionals who make the publications in question possible.

Now I understand why I value my relationship with Grupo T21 so much, and it’s because it’s finally sinking in that I’m not only enjoying publishing articles, something I’m passionate about, but also that these articles are part of a media outlet that has perhaps ceased to be just another member of what we know as “the press” and has become one of those few publishing organizations in the world that have become part of the history of a certain activity, to which they have given much more than reliable news, contributing to the training of new professionals and therefore to its development.

Thank you for the information you provided in your post, dear colleague at T21. You have no idea how helpful it was for what I was doing for my client!

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Industries are usually measured in tons, containers, tractor-trailers, ships, or investments. Journalism , on the other hand, is measured by something much less tangible: the ability to help understand a reality that never stops changing.

Twenty-five years ago, when the internet was just beginning to transform how information circulated, Grupo T21 understood that transportation and logistics in Mexico were already moving at a different pace. T21 magazine, launched in 1999, had found a niche among business owners and executives in the sector, but the industry’s evolution soon made it clear that a monthly publication was no longer enough.

“We soon realized that the sector was so dynamic in its evolution that a monthly edition was too distant to communicate things that were emerging and evolving on a daily basis,” recalls Osiel Cruz, CEO and founder of Grupo T21.

In that context , on July 3, 2001, T21.com.mx was born , a portal specializing in logistics, transportation, supply chains, business, and economics that found in the Internet the opportunity to provide information with the same agility demanded by an industry driven by just-in-time production. “The T21 news portal came to fill an information need within an industry that was booming, and, adhering to just-in-time principles , we also had to adapt to the industry,” he summarizes.

Since then, the sector has changed time and again. Mexico consolidated its role in international trade, ports increased their capacity, intermodal transport went from being a promise to a strategic alternative, e-commerce transformed supply chains, a pandemic tested global logistics, and nearshoring reshaped the economic conversation. Today, artificial intelligence is once again changing the rules of the game.

Throughout its history, Grupo T21’s purpose has never been solely to inform. It has also sought to connect with those who build this industry . From this vision emerged projects that are now part of its editorial identity, such as the Top 100 Trucking Industry (launched in 2007), the 100+ Influential Figures in Transportation and Logistics in Mexico (2007), the 21 Young Professionals of T21 (2009), and, more recently, the Top Freight Forwarders (2026). These initiatives are accompanied by events such as the Transportation Awards, the 100+ awards, the Transportation and Logistics Meeting (ETYL) – in its Monterrey and Cali-Baja editions – Conexión 21 , and the Freight Forwarder Awards . All of these initiatives share the same conviction: an industry grows more when it shares knowledge, recognizes talent, and strengthens its collaborative networks.

Over time, many of these initiatives found an echo in other specialized media outlets . More than a coincidence, this demonstrates how good ideas can enrich the conversation within an entire sector and contribute to strengthening niche journalism.

Innovation hasn’t stopped in the technological realm either. Just as the internet represented a new way to bring news to readers a quarter of a century ago, today T21 incorporates artificial intelligence through a virtual assistant that facilitates the search and classification of information, in addition to T21 Player , a tool that allows users to listen to each article in audio format. The technology has changed; the purpose remains. This evolution has allowed T21 to build a community of around 160,000 monthly readers and more than 150,000 followers on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, and Instagram.

Twenty-five years ago, the challenge was delivering information just in time . Today, the challenge is different. In an era where anyone can publish content and artificial intelligence accelerates information production, the real value lies in providing context, verifying facts, connecting the dots , and helping to understand where the industry is headed.

Because goods will continue to cross borders, ports will continue to expand, algorithms will increasingly make decisions, and logistics will continue to reinvent itself. What will hardly change is the need for specialized journalism that accompanies this transformation with independence, rigor, and vision.

That was the commitment that gave rise to T21.com.mx 25 years ago . And it is also the one that will continue to guide the course for years to come.

Thanks to everyone who has accompanied us on this journey: to our news sources and advertisers who have trusted in the work of Grupo T21 .

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Creating the first index of freight forwarders in Mexico is a new initiative by Grupo T21 that seeks to contribute to transparency in a context where the excess of information generates noise and confusion among users, about who’s who within the universe of actors that participate in this sector.

With the collaboration of the Mexican Association of Freight Forwarders (Amacarga) , the publication specializing in logistics and foreign trade issues and producer of the Top 100 of Motor Transport and 100+ Influential People of Transport and Logistics , will carry out the exercise called Top Freight Forwarders which will be published in the June edition of T21 magazine.

“We had intended to carry out this initiative for several years, but for various reasons it hadn’t materialized. The important thing is that today we are in a position to achieve it thanks to the agreement reached with Amacarga to focus our efforts exclusively on its members,” said Osiel Cruz, CEO of Grupo T21.

Participation in this exercise will be through an open call to the members of the group; and joining will be a voluntary decision of each of the companies interested in being part of the first ranking of freight agents in the country.

It is important to note that participation will be free of charge for freight forwarders who register, only requiring a commitment to respond promptly to the questionnaires that T21 will send to representatives of participating companies to collect comparable information from the firms that register.

The methodology for evaluating and weighting the Top Freight Forwarders ranking is being designed by the T21 team based on the criteria that this type of indicator has at a global or continental level, in addition to having the advice of specialists and recognized professionals in logistics activities such as: Reto Malfatti , with more than 36 years of experience in supply chain ; Eduardo Asperó , with more than 30 years of experience in intermodal transport, and Héctor Landeros , consultant and specialist in foreign trade and customs issues where he has developed professionally for 29 years.

It is important to note that the information provided by the freight forwarders participating in this exercise will be handled with absolute confidentiality , and used exclusively for the purposes of ranking criteria.

The ranking will be revealed to participants at a private gala party called the Freight Forwarder Awards , which will serve as the closing event for the upcoming Amacarga congress on May 29.

Within this framework, recognition will also be given to freight forwarders with the best actions in terms of sustainability, inclusion policies, technological innovation and quality of service to customers , among other areas that will be evaluated.

The deadline for submitting information to participate in the ranking is April 10th ; and April 24th is the deadline to participate in the competition for the Freight Forwarder Awards.

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En el marco de la nueva legislación impulsada por la administración de Claudia Sheinbaum, que abre oportunidades para renovar, invertir e innovar en una etapa de la cadena de valor energética, se realizará el Midstream Forum México 2025, un evento de Grupo T21 organizado por Energy21 y T21, que reunirá a líderes del sector energético el próximo 27 de octubre en el Club Piso 51 de Torre Mayor, en Ciudad de México.

Bajo el eje temático “Transformación del Midstream: Negocio, regulación y futuro”, el foro contará con la participación de cerca de 25 especialistas y tomadores de decisiones del sector, distribuidos en cinco paneles.

En el panel uno titulado “Seguridad energética y soberanía: Nuevas políticas para equilibrar el mercado”, participarán especialistas como Juan Carlos González Magallanes, Of Counsel de Ibáñez Parkman; Sebastián Figueroa, CEO & Co-founder de Fullgas; Eduardo Dorantes, profesor-investigador de la Facultad de Ingeniería de la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), y Celeste Rebora, directora de Relaciones Institucionales y Sostenibilidad de Grupo Valoran.

El panel dos “Impactos del nuevo marco normativo en el transporte y almacenamiento de combustibles”, contará con las intervenciones de Marcial Díaz Ibarra, presidente de la Asociación de Regulados del Sector Energético (ARSE); Sayonara Jarillo, consultora independiente; Alicia Zazueta, CEO de Eservices; Fabiola Tomasini, socia senior de GMB Abogados, y Omar Camacho, General Manager de Motive México.

“Control volumétrico y trazabilidad: Regulación, tecnología y cumplimiento” es el tercer panel, el cual contará con las intervenciones de Luis Eduardo Chavarría Meza, CEO de Kepler Oil & Gas; Regina González, asociada de Von Wobeser y Sierra; Sergio Estrada, presidente de la Academia Mexicana de Derecho Energético (AMDE); Andrés Gutiérrez Torres, CEO y Co-founder de CIEFSA, y Pablo César Gualdi, CEO y Co-founder de ATIO Group.

Panel four, “Public-Private Collaboration: Toward a Sustainable and Efficient Model ,” will feature Roberto Díaz de León, general director of Combured ; Ramsés Pech, energy and economics advisor; Ana Margarita Pérez, consulting partner at MarEnergy ; and Víctor Hugo Arellano, technical and regulatory director of Onexpo Nacional .

Finally, the final panel, “Natural Gas and LPG: Security, Supply, and New Market Routes,” will feature key figures such as Alejandro Montufar, CEO and Co-founder of PETROIntelligence ; Gamaliel Corral, CEO of Gasoducto de Morelos ; Rocío Robles, Executive President of AMEXGAS ; Adriana Muñoz, Commercial Deputy Director of SAC Transportes ; and Susana Cazorla, Director and Founding Partner of SICEnrgy & Madero .

In addition, the Midstream Forum Mexico 2025 will feature a keynote address by Víctor Hugo Juárez Cuevas , CEO of Edge Innovation , entitled “The regulatory impact of the State on oil products . ”

What does the Midstream Forum Mexico 2025 off?

The event will be organized around three pillars : Connect , which will offer opportunities to network with leaders in the energy and hydrocarbon sectors; Collaborate, which will allow for debate and proposals for solutions to current midstream challenges; and Learn , which will provide access to expert perspectives on Mexico’s energy future.

The midstream sector is an important component of hydrocarbon transportation, storage, and marketing, and is currently undergoing a decisive phase in Mexico. In this context, the Midstream Forum Mexico 2025 is consolidating as a space for strategic dialogue, collaboration, and the development of solutions that boost the country’s competitiveness and energy security .

You still have time to participate by registering at this link: Midstream Forum Mexico 2025 .

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T21’s 21 Young People is an initiative that for more than a decade has highlighted emerging talent that is transforming the industry in Mexico.

In this context, young and experienced voices gathered in the same space with the same intention of sharing, inspiring, and accompanying.

The evening unfolded in a dynamic format: each panel was led by a mentor with extensive experience in the industry, who shared personal reflections, key learnings, and advice with the attendees, who then indicated where they are in their careers. This fostered an authentic, generous, and forward-thinking dialogue.

In every corner of the room, mentors and young people conversed, listened to each other, and found common ground between different but complementary paths.

Industry icons shared their experiences from afar, not from the podium.

Erik Markeset, CEO of Tsol ; Reto Malfatti, Supply Chain Professional; Francisco Fabila, Managing Director of Ferrocarril y Terminal del Valle de México ; Rafael Martínez, Senior Director of CS&L HUB MTY at Mondelez International ; Juan Pablo Pacheco, Director of HAF Logística Internacional ; Sandra Aragonez, Senior Director at Alvarez & Marsal ; Elsy Ocejo, VP of Supply Chain at ILLES Foods ; and Daniela Zarza, Business Director Premium at Union Pacific Railroad , were the mentors who guided the roundtable discussions, where they talked about their beginnings, the moments when they had doubts, what helped them make difficult decisions, and the people who shaped their path.

Each story was accompanied by questions, reflections, and gratitude from the audience.

During the conversations, key topics such as leadership, talent development, strategic vision, training, and the importance of human connection for professional growth were addressed.

Osiel Cruz Galindo, Corporate and New Business Manager at Grupo T21, offered a message that outlined the meaning of this initiative.

“Global companies are already implementing formal mentoring programs; in 2024, 92% did so, compared to 84% in 2022. It’s a clear trend. However, in Mexico, only 50% of companies have adopted it, many of their own free will. There’s still much to be done,” he emphasized.

Cruz Galindo emphasized that having a mentor can increase the chances of career advancement by up to 58%.

“This isn’t a formal process, and we don’t intend that to be the case, but we do want tonight to inspire you to seek out a mentor, someone who has traveled a similar path to the one you’re embarking on and who can offer real guidance,” he said.

The evening concluded in a highly motivating atmosphere, with a shared dinner and conversation among all attendees, as if each conversation sowed a spark of possibility.

Connection 21 thus consolidates its position as a breeding ground for meaningful professional relationships, committed to young talent, collective learning, and continued leadership in the transportation and logistics sector.

With information from Karina Quintero .

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By Staff T21

The Editorial Board has long suggested creating a special edition on women . In addition to identifying women who have built their careers through hard work, constant development, and overcoming various sacrifices, our board members suggested not publishing this editorial on dates that weren’t commonplace, i.e., neither March nor May.

This is how the first special edition of 100 Women in Transport and Logistics will be held in June. Through a call for applications launched through our platforms, we received nearly 200 applications to be part of this special. Working with a group of advisors, we evaluated the profiles that fit the purpose of this editorial.

The 100 Women in Transportation and Logistics special highlights the capabilities and results of profiles in both administrative, operational, and planning roles at various levels within the organization, where their contributions are essential to the development of their organizations.

This list recognizes these profiles in their various facets, and you can review it by clicking here .

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With the border as the starting point and trade as the guiding thread, the first edition of the CALI-BAJA 2025 Transportation and Logistics Meeting (ETYL) begins this Wednesday .

The event, organized by Grupo T21 , opens its doors with the participation of key representatives from the public and private sectors, ready to discuss infrastructure , sustainability, and technology applied to transportation and logistics in the northwest region of the country.

The event kicks off with a networking activity among attendees, followed by the official opening led by Captain Manuel Fernando Gutiérrez Gallardo, head of the  General Coordination of Ports and Merchant Marine (CGPMM) , accompanied by Israel Delgado Vallejo, regional vice president of the  National Chamber of Cargo Transportation (Canacar)  and CEO of  Express Service Transport Inc.

The first panel addresses the modernization of the Port of Ensenada , railway development, and other key infrastructure to strengthen the region’s logistics connectivity.

Throughout the day, the program focuses on topics such as transportation sustainability, technological innovation in customs and integrated logistics services (3PL), as well as the strategic role Baja California plays as a commercial hub with access to the Pacific and its proximity to the United States.

The day is just getting started. This Thursday, the second day of activitieswill address key topics such as automotive logistics , with the participation of Alfonso Millán of Mexlog ; Rodrigo Treviño and Javier Valadez of PACCAR Mexico; and Carlos Ceballos of SDL Group , who will address the challenges and opportunities facing the sector in the region.

In addition to a panel dedicated to analyzing the impact of tariff policies on Mexico’s position within the global logistics chain, there will also be networking exercises , integration activities, and more.

The Grand Hotel Tijuana, the event’s venue, thus becomes a meeting point for more than 200 professionals seeking to establish strategic alliances and anticipate the trends shaping regional logistics.

In 2024, Baja California ranked third in attracting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), totaling $1.809 billion in the first half of the year. Thus, ETYL CALI-BAJA 2025 is emerging as a space for analysis and a platform for charting the future of transportation and logistics in one of the country’s most strategic regions.

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