The trucking industry ‘s agenda continues to be defined by issues such as road safety, environmental impact, and efficiency in logistics operations . In this context, the National Association of Private Transportation (ANTP) re-elected Leonardo Gómez as executive president and Alex Theissen as president of the Board of Directors for the 2026-2027 term.

According to Gómez himself, the decision seeks to provide solidity and continuity to the programs that the organization promotes on these fronts .

The endorsement aims to consolidate an agenda that is already underway and that is becoming more relevant today given the changes in logistics operations , cost pressures, and the evolution of consumption patterns, which not only involve ANTP members but all actors in the logistics sector, Gómez emphasized.

The agenda that will accompany this new period maintains the aforementioned axes as its basis, with the objective of strengthening coordination within the sector and making progress on issues that directly impact operations.

In this area, the ANTP will seek to maintain integration among the different elements that make up mobility , under an approach that considers both freight transport operations and their interaction with the environment. Among the priority issues for this period are distribution and last-mile delivery , as well as promoting multimodal transport , the latter with the aim of advancing the measurement and reduction of environmental impact, explained the organization’s executive president.

In terms of safety , the association will continue accident prevention and awareness programs within companies , both in driving and in administrative areas related to operations.

“For ANTP, having a solid foundation in the programs that are being developed is fundamental, considering environmental protection, road safety, infrastructure, mobility, and logistical efficiency,” Gómez said.

With this endorsement, the ANTP enters a new stage in which, in addition to maintaining its lines of work, it positions itself on a trajectory of more than 30 years in the development of freight transport in Mexico.

Throughout this time, the association has focused its efforts on strengthening the safety, competitiveness and sustainability of the sector, through the representation of its members and the promotion of best practices in operation.

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Industrial and business organizations called for promoting the country’s social and economic stability, while also reporting that they remain on alert for new acts that could generate chaos, following the operation carried out on February 22 by federal forces in Tapalpa, Jalisco, and the subsequent acts of violence in several states of the country, such as Baja California, Guanajuato and Nayarit, among others, due to the arrest of Rubén “N”, known as “El Mencho”, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, who later died while being transferred to Mexico City.

In a statement, the National Council of the Maquiladora and Export Manufacturing Industry (Index) indicated that so far there are no reports of human or material damage in companies or facilities involving the 19 Index associations established in Mexican territory, as well as their membership.

Index Nacional stated that it maintains communication with federal authorities to monitor the security situation and receive alerts for any potential emergencies . The organization also condemned any acts of violence against the population, as well as against businesses and transportation routes, that seek to destabilize public order.

For its part, the Business Coordinating Council (CCE)  pointed out that the violent events resulting from said operation have impacted mobility, the transport of goods and the functioning of businesses , and therefore rejected any type of violence that puts the integrity of the population at risk, as well as the burning of establishments, transport units and strategic roads.

“Protecting individuals and families, and ensuring the continuity of economic activity, are inseparable priorities. Mexico needs security and the rule of law to preserve employment, production chains, and confidence in the country,” the umbrella organization stated.

Meanwhile, the Confederation of Industrial Chambers (Concamin) stated that it remains attentive to official reports on recent events in various regions of the country, which have affected mobility, logistics operations, and the peace of mind of the people .

“The protection of people must always be the absolute priority and the foundation on which economic activity and social cohesion are based,” he added in a statement.

He emphasized that the chambers and associations affiliated with this organization will evaluate their operating conditions according to the particular situation of each region, prioritizing the safety of the staff and the orderly continuity of their activities.

Index, the CCE, and Concamin reaffirmed their willingness to collaborate with federal authorities to strengthen security, certainty, and the rule of law, in order to boost investment, production, and employment.

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Founded in Yucatán more than 40 years ago, Transportes ABC began operations with a single truck; its vision was to do things right from the start.

Back then, it was called Riga Transport, and what is now a regional logistics operation with more than 140 units began as a family effort, without GPS, without systems, and with a lot of determination.

Currently, at just 29 years old, Mauricio Rivas leads the company as general manager, doing so with a foundation of learning, respect for experience, and a passion that, although inherited from his father, he has made his own.

In an interview with T21, Rivas said he is looking to grow, but without losing his footing or contact with what is essential: service .

Transportes ABC’s original specialty was cement transportation, but over time, they diversified their operations into pressurized hoppers, gondolas, dry vans, curtainsider trailers, and refrigerated vehicles. Today, the company offers seven types of trailers and service covers all five southeastern Mexican states, from Chiapas to Quintana Roo, with some operations in Monterrey and Mexico City.

The company’s operation is not massive, but it is strategic.

70% of its fleet operates with heavy double-articulated (full) units, and growth in both infrastructure and customer base is planned cautiously.

“First, we make sure we know the client, their operation, and their needs. Only then can we meet the level of service we offer,” Rivas explained.

Its evolution is not immune to the challenges the industry has faced over the years. The introduction of the bill of lading supplement forced the company to develop its own management system almost from scratch and create an invoicing department that now operates 24/7.

Years later, during the COVID-19 pandemic, a day without travel prompted them to react: they ventured into the refrigerated sector with a single used unit. Today they have more than 20.

Another key factor in the development of ABC Transport is safety, Rivas commented.

In a region where crime rates are lower than in central and northern Mexico, according to Rivas, they have managed to implement immediate response protocols that have allowed them to recover units and, above all, protect operators.

Nationally, however, they recognize a growing concern about road incidents. Over time, the company has also invested in internal training , close customer relations, and the creation of its own infrastructure.

It currently has Euro 5 and Euro 6 units . The company’s five-year goal is to reach 200 units, but only if productivity and service quality can be maintained.

For Rivas, it’s not about showing off trucks, but about putting them to work with efficiency, support, and commitment. A philosophy that, although renewed with the passing of generations, remains true to its origins: building lasting relationships and serving with integrity at every step of the way.

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