Insecurity continues to be the main factor limiting the competitiveness of freight transport in Nuevo León, even above economic uncertainty or the upcoming review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) , according to Melissa Tamez Cárdenas, delegate of the National Chamber of Freight Transport (Canacar) in Monterrey.

Shortly before completing 100 days in charge of the delegation , Tamez pointed out that, although violent robberies of vehicles do not occur with the same frequency in Nuevo León as in other regions of the country, crimes that directly impact the operation of transport companies do persist, particularly cargo theft and extortion.

“In Monterrey, violent robberies or vehicle thefts are not as common as in other parts of the country, but cargo theft, especially of steel, does occur,” he commented.

According to Tamez, insecurity affects the assets of companies and the availability of operators, since fewer and fewer people see transportation as an activity with attractive conditions for professional development.

Added to this is a problem he described as critical for the region: extortion . Tamez referenced data from CAINTRA , where Monterrey accounts for seven of the ten municipalities with the highest rates of extortion nationwide , a situation that directly impacts transportation companies.

The delegate explained that another recurring challenge for companies is the lack of standardized traffic regulations among the municipalities that make up the Monterrey metropolitan area. This situation creates confusion for out-of-town carriers regarding restricted hours, routes, and traffic limits, which opens the door to fines and corruption.

As part of his objectives at the head of the delegation , Tamez indicated that he is working to reduce the effects of extortion through Canacar’s participation in working groups with federal, state and municipal authorities, in addition to strengthening direct attention to members.

Among the results highlighted in his first 100 days was the signing of agreements with towing companies to offer services with preferential rates to Canacar members, a measure aimed at reducing operating costs derived from towing services.

He also reported that the delegation registered a 0.5% growth in affiliations during the period, equivalent to 56 additional units incorporated into a base of close to 10,000 vehicles .

Regarding infrastructure , he stressed that the expansion works of the Metro system in the metropolitan area currently represent one of the main factors of road congestion for freight transport.

Regarding the economic environment , he maintained that insecurity remains the main barrier to investment in vehicle renewal, even above the discussion about the USMCA.

“Those who were thinking about renewing the fleet said: yes, but if I renew it, what guarantee do I have that it won’t be stolen?” he pointed out.

Tamez believes that strengthening security and legal certainty will be key to maintaining investment in the sector and improving Mexico’s position in future trade negotiations.

Given this scenario, he called on companies to strengthen the use of technology , artificial intelligence, monitoring, cameras, and response protocols to reduce operational risks and improve the capacity to respond to incidents.

Among other achievements of his administration, he highlighted the outreach to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Texas Department of Transportation (TexasDOT) to learn about best practices in police training related to transportation, as well as his participation in initiatives related to the Roma International Bridge, focused on streamlining and making border crossings safer.

In defining his leadership style, Tamez describes himself as a “dynamic and energetic” person, a characteristic he attributes to the intense schedule of meetings, working groups, encounters with national and international authorities and organizations that he has maintained since his appointment.

Beyond the results achieved, she stated that she seeks to be remembered for her commitment to defending the competitiveness of the trucking industry and for her passion for an industry she considers strategic for the country’s economic development.

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Samuel García, governor of Nuevo León, recently visited Sweden and made new announcements for the heavy vehicle industry in the Mexican state. Volvo Trucks has already begun operational testing at its Ciénega de Flores plant , and Scania confirmed a new investment in the state with the opening of a branch in García.

During his visit to Scania’s global facilities, the governor of Nuevo León noted that the brand, belonging to the Traton Group , maintains an investment in Escobedo and announced that there are ongoing discussions for future projects in the state with International Trucks, another firm that is part of the conglomerate.

“We’re very happy. Today we were at Scania, which belongs to the Traton Group, this large global truck conglomerate. They already have a company, a very large investment of 800 million dollars in Escobedo. They are going to expand, and we agreed to meet soon in Nuevo León for future projects of Scania and International Trucks,” commented Samuel García in a video shared on social media.

In some messages shared during his tour of Sweden, Samuel García alluded to a possible Scania investment related to a manufacturing plant in Nuevo León .

Meanwhile, Alejandro Mondragón , CEO and general manager of Scania Mexico , responded to García and confirmed the opening of a new branch in the municipality of García in November of this year. The facility will be located on Periférico and Lincoln, will have more than 30,000 square meters of space, and will generate more than 50 direct jobs, in addition to a similar number of indirect jobs.

“We are very excited to continue strengthening our presence in the state,” said Mondragón, who added that Nuevo León maintains a vision aligned with the industrial growth, infrastructure and sustainable mobility that Scania promotes in Mexico.

The executive also highlighted that the company is already developing initiatives in Monterrey such as Scania Drivers , a program focused on training and job placement for female operators.

Scania’s investment comes as Volvo Trucks accelerates the start-up of its plant in Ciénega de Flores, where production tests have already begun since April, according to Samuel García.

“They’ve already finished their plant in Ciénega de Flores. They completed the plant in seven months,” commented the state governor, who also indicated that the first truck production run took place on April 27 and that mass hiring and large-scale production will begin in July.

He also reported that Volvo will begin by hiring 600 people and will subsequently increase its workforce by 2027.

The Ciénega de Flores plant is part of Volvo Trucks’ expansion strategy in North America and strengthens the consolidation of Nuevo León as one of the main manufacturing and investment hubs for the trucking industry in Mexico, according to Samuel García.

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Nuevo León, Aguascalientes, and Tamaulipas are carrying out various logistics infrastructure projects to boost economic development and increase investment

Betsabé Rocha, head of the Nuevo León Ministry of Economy , said that during the current administration, mobility has become important for the development of the state; in addition, the state has invested more than 100 billion pesos (mdp) in infrastructure , such as the new inter-mountain highway, which will improve logistics.

“We will bring about a huge change to our state because of everything coming from the center of the country; this will solve a major problem. We must value these types of investments and consider them the guiding principle of sustainable economic development,” he mentioned in the panel “ North-Greater Bajío Integration and the New Industrial Geopolitics of North America ,” held within the framework of Latam Mobility North America 2026 , which took place in Monterrey.

In his participation, Esaú Garza de Vega, head of the Secretariat of Economic Development, Science and Technology of Aguascalientes , commented that they are working on improving the security of goods that move through different states to reach the United States, as well as on personnel and the development of suppliers in the automotive industry.

“New industrial parks are coming, along with housing nearby, expansion of the electrical grid in these areas, and improved connectivity. A strong focus is on the automotive industry, specifically on electromobility, as well as semiconductors with the installation of two new laboratories,” he explained.

He explained that they recently created the Mobility Agency to address issues related to the interior of the state, and even mentioned that they are working on modifying the law so that houses that are built have energy in their garages to migrate to electromobility.

Meanwhile, Anabell Flores, Undersecretary of Investment at the Tamaulipas Ministry of Economy , mentioned that they have focused on improving the state’s current logistics infrastructure , as well as investing in new projects, including the inland port of Ciudad Victoria , where they are working on the master plan and have 1,300 hectares.

“It’s right on the backbone of trade; all the trade between Nuevo Laredo, which is the main customs office, and our ports passes through there, so it promises to be a point where they can stop and have customs operations and a smoother export process upon arrival at the ports,” he emphasized.

He also commented that the installation of a cluster, such as the automotive and electrical-electronic clusters, is taking place in Reynosa

Likewise, the Tam-Bajío highway , located in the southern part of Tamaulipas, which would begin operations this month and will contribute to the movement of cargo between the northeast of the country and the Bajío region.

“All these projects are focused on the more efficient movement of cargo, but we also have to consider the impact it will have on the population and how to improve their daily lives with all this cargo transit,” he said.

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Ryder Mexico , a subsidiary of Ryder Systems, Inc. , announced the opening of a new warehousing and distribution complex in the Monterrey Metropolitan Area. The facility adds 54,000 square meters (m²) to the company’s largest logistics hub in the country and represents the company’s sixth facility in Nuevo León.

“This new investment represents an important step in our growth strategy in the northern region of Mexico and reinforces our ability to offer the operational flexibility that our customers require,” said Ricardo Álvarez, Vice President and General Manager of Ryder Mexico.

The complex includes a 21,000 m² multi-client warehouse with more than 25 loading docks and a 33,000 m² yard for inventory and handling of oversized products . It has the capacity to receive and dispatch up to 100 cargo units per day.

In addition, the infrastructure complies with international certifications such as the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT), Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) and the Manufacturing, Maquiladora and Export Services Industry (IMMEX) program.

For his part, Carlos Algraves, Director of Operations Group for the Northern Zone, highlighted that the complex joins the network of six facilities in Nuevo León. With this addition, the company continues to expand its infrastructure and technology to serve sectors such as automotive, industrial, consumer goods, and retail in Mexico and North America.

Ryder’s investment in Monterrey responds to the increased logistical demand in the region . Its proximity to the US-Mexico border promotes the integration of supply chains in both markets.

According to data from the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi), industrial activity in Nuevo León registered an annual growth of 4.6% during the first half of 2025, which positions this federal entity as the national leader in contributing to the country’s industrial growth.

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With the aim of fostering interest in education that integrates skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, known as STEM , as well as in the environment, KIA Mexico has implemented in 2025 a series of activities aimed at more than 500 primary and secondary school students in Nuevo León .

These initiatives are part of the automaker’s commitment to the educational and social development of the community and were developed in collaboration with specialists from the plant. The activities took place in educational institutions throughout the region, providing students with valuable academic and practical learning experiences .

Among the activities are the magnetism workshops , designed for elementary school students, in which the workings of magnets and magnetic fields were explained in a didactic way.

Through interactive activities, participants were able to apply the knowledge they had acquired, strengthening their understanding of fundamental scientific concepts, KIA Mexico announced in a statement.

Sessions focused on environmental awareness were also given , with topics such as water conservation through everyday actions that students can replicate in their homes.

In addition, classes were offered on the correct identification and separation of waste , promoting recycling, reuse and waste reduction practices, with a playful and educational approach.

With these initiatives, KIA Mexico reaffirms its commitment to the comprehensive development of new generations, promoting an interactive education that inspires young people to build a more sustainable and conscious future, the company stated.

According to Hays , a company that offers recruitment and workforce solutions, the demand for specialized technology talent has grown 47% since 2019, reflecting the need to fill positions in areas such as artificial intelligence and digital transformation, among other disciplines related to STEM skills.

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La región noreste de México, donde se llevará a cabo el ETYL MTY 2025, se ha consolidado como un pilar fundamental de la economía nacional, especialmente en el comercio exterior y la logística. Su ubicación y vocación industrial la posicionan como una zona estratégica en el intercambio comercial transfronterizo, siendo una de las principales puertas de entrada y salida de mercancías hacia y desde Estados Unidos, en el contexto de la relocalización de líneas productivas en el país (nearshoring).

Nuevo León, Coahuila y Tamaulipas, forman parte de dicha zona. Estas tres entidades se encuentran entre los primeros lugares de contribución al valor total de las exportaciones del país, con una participación de 28.5% de las ventas externas de México, principalmente de productos como maquinaria, vehículos y electrónicos.

En el segundo trimestre de 2025 (2T25), Coahuila exportó el equivalente a 17 mil 733.5 millones de dólares (mdd), un 0.4% más que en el mismo periodo de 2024. Esto representó 12.1% de la participación de los envíos de mercancías al extranjero, y colocó a la entidad en la segunda posición a nivel nacional de exportaciones, de acuerdo con el Instituto Nacional de Estadística y Geografía (Inegi).

En el ciclo, Nuevo León sumó 14 mil 471 mdd por concepto de exportaciones, lo que significó un alza del 5% respecto a igual lapso de 2024, y también representó una participación de 9.8 por ciento. Este desempeño situó al estado en el tercer lugar en el total de las exportaciones del país.

En el 2T25, Tamaulipas ocupó la sexta posición a nivel nacional en cuanto a su actividad exportadora, con nueve mil 761.5 mdd, un incremento del 5.7% sobre el mismo periodo del año pasado, alcanzando una participación del 6.6% de los envíos de productos al extranjero.

Los tres estados también destacaron en la captación de Inversión Extranjera Directa (IED) en el segundo trimestre del año.

According to data from the Ministry of Economy (SE) , Nuevo León ranked second in Mexico as the largest recipient of FDI, attracting $3.032 billion during the period . Coahuila attracted $845.1 million , placing it in ninth place, and Tamaulipas attracted $457.2 million , ranking 12th in the country in 2Q25.

Meanwhile, according to INEGI, Nuevo León’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) was 1.99 trillion pesos , an annual growth of 3.48%. Coahuila’s GDP was 929.917 billion pesos , which represented an annual contraction of 0.63%. In turn, Tamaulipas’ economy in 2023 was 749.223 billion pesos , a variation of -0.04% in said period.

ETYL MTY 2025, consolidated in the northeast

Under this economic context, the Transportation and Logistics Meeting (ETYL) 2025 will be held on October 15 and 16 in Monterrey, Nuevo León , a forum organized by  Grupo T21  that will bring together leaders of the sector and more than 250 attendees at the Hotel Presidente Intercontinental Monterrey .

This will be the 23rd edition of ETYL, and the fifth consecutive one held in Monterrey. This year, Grupo T21 held the ETYL Cali-Baja for the first time , based in Tijuana, Baja California.

For two days, industry specialists will analyze the challenges and opportunities in the context of nearshoring and its impact on supply chains through conferences, panels, and networking to share success stories in transportation, logistics, and industry, with the goal of boosting competitiveness and innovation in the region .

Also, for the first time, the ETYL Monterrey Golf Tournament will be held  on October 14 at the Las Misiones Golf Club, with the aim of strengthening relationships among attendees.

The ETYL program features a robust and diverse agenda, with panels on topics that define current logistics , such as  Mexico-U.S. at the Crossroads: USMCA, cross-border trade and regional competitiveness , which will feature Manuel Farías, academic and consultant; Emilio Cadena, CEO of  Prodensa ; Edward Habe, VP Sales & Service Mexico at  Averitt ; Augusto Canales, substitute customs broker and general manager of AR CANALES ; and Humberto Treviño, external consultant for the Texas DOT .

Meanwhile, Fernando Alonso, Managing Partner of  AGyL The Human Capital Capability ; Argenis Bauza, retired partner of  KPMG Mexico ; and Iliana Gamiz, president of  E2E Supply Chain , will be part of the panel entitled  “Binational Talent in Logistics 4.0: Dual Education, Artificial Intelligence, and New Logistics Skills . “

The Technology and Innovation in Logistics panel  is expected to feature experts such as David Eaton, president of  NASCO  , and Juan Carlos Villa, Manager of International Trade and Border Transportation at the  Texas A&M Transportation Institute .

In addition, success stories such as  LG White Line and Appliances and the Mexico-United States Intermodal Service will be presented , among other activities.

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The KIA plant , located in Pesquería, Nuevo León, began exporting the first units of the K4 Hatchback vehicle to Europe and Australia.

“In addition to celebrating the tenth anniversary of our arrival in Mexico and receiving the highest quality honors in Mexico and the first award for the KIA plant, we are adding another chapter to our success story,” said Young Sam Kim, president of KIA Mexico.

A right-hand drive K4 Hatchback destined for the UK will be the first unit to be exported.

In addition to the United Kingdom, the model will be exported to 16 countries, including Germany, Spain, Poland, Slovakia , and others, as well as Australia . This brings the total number of countries with the full K4 lineup, including the sedan and hatchback, to 44.

The K4 Hatchback is a variant of the K4 Sedan, which is also manufactured at the KIA Mexico plant in Nuevo León, and together with the K3 subcompact, have obtained the highest safety scores, according to the most recent results of the Latin American New Car Assessment Program , known as Latin NCAP, which is the main entity that certifies the safety of new vehicles in Latin America through a series of rigorous crash tests and pedestrian safety measurements.

All versions of the K3 and K4 are offered with the most advanced automated driver assistance systems (ADAS). Both models are now available in Mexico, Kia stated in a statement.

Samuel García , governor of Nuevo León, highlighted KIA Mexico’s workmanship, which “stands out worldwide for its quality and precision.”

“In Nuevo León, we are very grateful to companies like KIA that invest in improving the industry and make it possible to continue supporting Nuevo León’s innovation system,” explained García, who shared that the state’s annual exports “are expected to reach $66 billion this year, and of that amount, the local automotive industry, led by KIA Mexico, contributes 30 percent.”

KIA has 52,000 employees worldwide and is present in more than 190 markets. It also has manufacturing plants in six countries, with sales of approximately three million vehicles annually.

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FINSA , a developer of industrial parks in Mexico, announced the start of a project in the municipality of García, Nuevo León, with an investment exceeding $220 million . This new development, called FINSA Monterrey García Industrial Park, will become the first large-scale, sustainable institutional park in the area.

The project will be developed in two phases, beginning with 45 hectares in the first phase and reaching a total of 92 hectares by the end of the second. The master plan includes the construction of 17 industrial buildings , with an estimated rentable area of ​​370,000 square meters (m²).

FINSA anticipates the arrival of more than 25 world-class companies, which will generate more than 14,000 direct jobs and a multiplying impact on the local economy through thousands of indirect jobs. This development is aligned with the García municipality’s strategy to attract responsible investments that boost regional competitiveness and social well-being.

The main features of the FINSA Monterrey García Industrial Park include its focus on clean and sustainable manufacturing , designed to house light and non-polluting industries; its phased development , beginning with 45 hectares and adding an additional 47 hectares in the second phase; a world-class infrastructure that will position it as the largest industrial park in the municipality; and its capacity to attract national and international investment , with the projection that more than 25 companies from various light manufacturing and logistics sectors will establish themselves in the area.

With these projections, Sergio Argüelles González, president and general director of FINSA, expressed his commitment to the municipality.

“This development reaffirms our commitment to promoting García as a strategic location in Nuevo León’s industrial corridor,” he emphasized.

With this investment, FINSA adds its seventh industrial park in Nuevo León, reaching more than 740 hectares in the Monterrey metropolitan area.

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Soriana and FAZT inaugurated two new ultra-fast charging stations in Nuevo León, as the two companies continue to strengthen their partnership and advance the construction of an ecosystem that promotes the use of cleaner and more sustainable technologies .

“At Soriana, we are convinced that sustainability and innovation are key to transforming the way we move around. Therefore, we continue to expand our infrastructure to offer our clients alternatives that benefit both their lifestyle and the environment,” said Gerardo Díaz Canales, Director of Real Estate Development at Organización Soriana.

With these additions, the two companies reinforce their commitment to facilitating access to efficient charging solutions at strategic locations , with the goal of consolidating the most robust network to boost electric mobility in Mexico. The goal is to install 1,000 charging points across the country by 2030 .

In addition to the stations in Nuevo León, Soriana’s ultra-fast charging network already has other locations in Morelos, the State of Mexico, and Coahuila, bringing the total to nine stations nationwide. These facilities have registered more than 24,000 charges, more than 1,400 users, and have contributed to avoiding the emission of 68,200 kilograms of carbon dioxide (CO₂).

According to data from the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI) , from January to August 2025, 393,406 light vehicles were sold in Mexico, of which 19,852 were electric and plug-in hybrids.

These figures show that electromobility continues to gain ground and that expanding the charging network is essential to sustaining its growth.

“As the adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles accelerates in Mexico, Soriana seeks not only to support this trend, but also to drive a future of cleaner, more accessible, and sustainable mobility for Mexican families,” the commercial sector company emphasized.

According to the Electro Mobility Association (EMA) portal  , there are 39,708 residential charging stations  and  3,665 public charging stations in Mexico  , which shows the growth of this type of infrastructure in the country.

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