Over the next five years, the supply chain will undergo various operational changes, making it necessary to have trained personnel to face this transformation, as well as tools, technologies, and collaboration between companies, according to industry specialists.

Mayra Velázquez, a specialist in Pricing and Land Transportation Project Development, explained that these changes, which will be observed around 2031 , will involve the automation of costs based on historical data. She also predicted that just-in-time delivery will disappear, some maritime routes will be suspended due to droughts, and there will be less logistics talent.

He also commented that globalization will no longer exist, but rather closed blocs, while artificial intelligence (AI) will be an essential part of the future; however, “we don’t know if it will have the resilience to give us newer data; our dependence on technology makes us vulnerable to this tool.”

During the webinar “Supply Chain of Tomorrow: Anticipating Trends Towards 2031” , he explained that collaboration strategies must also be applied.

“We need to make the supply chain more open, with everyone collaborating, trusting the carrier, creating a win-win situation for both parties to be more efficient in equipment and transportation rotation, resulting in higher profits, on-time delivery, and simpler management through everyone’s collaboration,” he emphasized.

Meanwhile, Hugo Ibáñez, a specialist in TMS Solutions and Digital Transformation at Unigis , indicated that part of the advantages that the sector will have by 2031 will be a minimum standard, such as real-time visibility, integrations, optimization, among others.

“By that year, it will be assumed that the TMS will automatically optimize costs, service levels, capacities, times, and even carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, and the use of advanced analytics will no longer be a competitive advantage. The advantage will be knowing how to use it to have more resilient networks, make better decisions, and respond more quickly to rapidly changing environments,” he explained.

He asserted that Mexican logistics ” always has to know how to adapt and move forward , even when the context is not ideal, as was the case with the pandemic,” and he also agreed on the need for more collaboration between companies.

Carlos Canseco, founder of PELT: Professionals in Logistics & Transportation , considered it important to be up-to-date on logistics issues , to have mastery of AI for making business decisions, but also in data analytics.

“Knowing what to do with that information, where we’re going to take it, and what results we’re going to get,” she emphasized. She also pointed out that it’s a priority to implement collaborative negotiation strategies to achieve a win-win outcome.

For his part, César García, Regional Sales Director at Uber Freight , stressed that sustainability is another issue that must be considered, so concrete actions must be implemented, such as the conversion to intermodal transport , in addition to working on predictability and human capital.

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CAINTRA emphasized the need to strengthen the legal framework to promote investment, sustainability, and talent development as ways to improve competitiveness in Nuevo León, one of Mexico’s most industrialized states.

In a press conference, the organization highlighted the recently approved State Education Law , which positions Nuevo León as a national pioneer by formally integrating the dual education model , an initiative promoted by the industrial sector to close the gap between classrooms and companies.

In that regard, CAINTRA highlighted the role of the Nuevo León Congress “for promoting this important issue that will significantly benefit thousands of young people who have opted for an industrial technical career, a path that today offers incomes up to 25% higher than the average and better prospects for professional development.”

Currently, the industry demands more than 40,000 technicians in industrial branches each year, which opens an opportunity for growth and development for future generations.

According to CAINTRA, more than 450 young people participate in the dual education model, and historically  more than 2,350 have benefited in more than 180 companies , where nine out of 10 students have successfully completed the program and at least 70% of them have received a job offer from the company that offered them the development opportunity.

The organization also announced the signing of an alliance with Banregio  to facilitate access to financial resources under preferential conditions for CAINTRA members and to boost small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Another highlight was the Circular Economy Law initiative , which is currently being worked on in the Congress of Nuevo León, and for which CAINTRA has presented observations and technical criteria to ensure that its implementation contributes to sustainability without affecting the competitiveness of the industry.

The industrial organization also participates in initiatives related to transportation and transparency in public bodies.

Likewise, he called on the Executive and Legislative branches “not to give up on seeking a 2026 State Budget that prioritizes strategic projects, boosts productivity and allows capitalizing on the investment that comes to Nuevo León, while still addressing the most relevant needs of the citizens.”

On another topic, CAINTRA emphasized that it continues to promote an Administrative Procedure Law that will allow for the ordering and standardization of inspection processes for businesses in Nuevo León.

“Today, up to 20 municipal and state agencies perform these functions, which creates duplication, discretion, and risks of closure or extortion for businesses; in fact, three out of every 10 report illegal requests during these inspections. What we seek is to establish clear rules that provide legal certainty, reduce opportunities for improper practices, and strengthen the rule of law,” he stated.

In Mexico, the federal government and 20 states have a similar law that prevents arbitrary actions when ordering inspections, verifications and sanctions, and introduces defense and review mechanisms.

With these proposals and actions, CAINTRA seeks to establish greater coordination between industry, authorities and society to attract more investment, generate quality jobs and consolidate Nuevo León as the industrial and economic engine of Mexico.

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FINSA , a developer of industrial parks in Mexico, presented the first international analysis of the Industrial Development Index (IDI) to assess manufacturing competitiveness in emerging economies and the structural conditions that could influence it in the coming years. The results positioned Mexico, India, and Vietnam as the countries with the highest level of industrial development among a group of 14 nations analyzed .

“In an increasingly challenging international environment, global value chains are evolving towards more resilient and diversified models . This opens up significant opportunities for emerging economies that can offer stability, talent, and competitive industrial capabilities,” emphasized Sergio Argüelles, president of FINSA.

The IDI’s comprehensive measurement gave Mexico a score of 60 points , compared to an overall average of 39 points. Panama registered the lowest levels with 20 points. The study used 33 indicators to measure the industrial economic environment and four enablers of future growth: logistics, social environment, sustainability, and talent and innovation .

In the industrial economic environment dimension, Mexico ranked first, being the leading manufacturing exporter in the group , with shipments of US$463 billion in 2023; followed by Vietnam, with US$300 billion; India, with US$273 billion; Malaysia, with US$214 billion; and Turkey, with US$208 billion. Mexico’s manufacturing GDP reached US$352 billion , representing 20% ​​of the national economy.

In terms of trade integration, Mexico has an extensive foreign trade network with 23 international treaties, making it one of the most open economies in the group analyzed.

In terms of logistics enablers , the report considered factors such as infrastructure quality, logistics efficiency, digital connectivity, and cargo movement, where economies like Turkey, Malaysia, and Thailand show higher levels of efficiency than Mexico , which faces significant challenges in terms of infrastructure and efficiency in this area.

Regarding social enablers , which include indicators of human development, rule of law, security, institutional legitimacy and labor participation, Chile and Costa Rica stood out, while Mexico faces challenges in aspects such as perception of corruption, rule of law and presence of organized crime, which is a risk to investment.

In the sustainability dimension , Mexico shared first place with Brazil in energy efficiency regulation, according to the World Bank ‘s RISE index .

Regarding talent and innovation , 42% of manufacturing value added in Mexico comes from medium- and high-technology sectors, positioning it as one of the most advanced countries in the group. However, investment in research and development remains at a level close to 0.3% of GDP, a figure lower than that recorded in other emerging economies.

The International Industrial Development Index provides a snapshot of the state of manufacturing in emerging economies and the factors that will define their future competitiveness .

Argüelles emphasized that this knowledge will allow us to take advantage of the opportunities that arise with the transformation of international manufacturing.

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JIUTEPEC, MOR.- Freight transport is no longer just facing pressure to be more efficient, but also to adapt to an increasingly uncertain environment. Disruptions—from weather events to logistical blockades—are no longer isolated incidents but have become a constant that forces a rethinking of operations.

During the panel “Sustainability from multimodal freight transport” , held at the 4th Meeting on Technology and Sustainable Mobility of the  National Association of Private Transport (ANTP) , the focus started from the warning that the sector is moving between the need to reduce emissions and the urgency of responding to increasingly frequent disruptions.

From academia, Angélica Lozano, senior researcher at the Institute of Engineering of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) , explained that freight transport is a significant contributor to greenhouse gases, but also one of the most vulnerable to phenomena such as floods, hurricanes or logistical blockages, which directly affect the continuity of supply chains .

In this context, resilience ceases to be an aspirational concept and becomes an operational condition. Recent events (such as the pandemic or disruptions in logistics corridors) have highlighted the fragility of the system and the need to rethink its design.

Faced with this scenario, multimodal transport  emerges as an alternative to improve both environmental performance and operational efficiency.

However, Lozano warned that its implementation is not automatic: it depends on factors such as infrastructure, the location of terminals and operation in urban areas, where new impacts such as congestion or higher emissions can be generated

From an operational standpoint, Marco Ávila, Director of Primary Distribution Transportation at Coca-Cola FEMSA , grounded these challenges in the business reality. He explained that energy efficiency—measured in tons transported per liter of fuel—has become central to operational decisions, where combining different modes of transport allows for improved results.

In his experience, rail integration has shown clear benefits in fuel consumption and cargo capacity , although he acknowledged that the infrastructure still limits its potential in the country. He also emphasized that reducing empty trips represents one of the main opportunities to improve efficiency.

Added to this are new technological tests , such as the use of hydrogen cells to enrich diesel combustion, which have allowed improvements of between 10% and 17% in fuel efficiency , with a direct impact on reducing emissions.

For his part, Francisco Kim, Head of Logistics and International Operations at Fábrica de Jabón La Corona , highlighted the need to understand transportation as a complete chain, where the first and last mile, as well as terminal operations, are crucial for achieving sustainable results.

The panelists agreed that the challenge becomes more complex in urban environments. The growth of e-commerce has intensified the pressure on last-mile delivery, where congestion, a lack of loading and unloading zones, and the occupation of public space complicate operations.

At this point, the consensus was that the solution does not depend solely on businesses. The lack of land-use planning, fragmented regulations at the municipal level, and the absence of adequate logistics infrastructure remain structural obstacles that drive up costs and reduce efficiency.

Thus, the sustainability of freight transport is not defined solely by the type of fuel or technology used, but by the ability to coordinate operations, infrastructure, and public policy in an environment where disruption is already part of everyday life.

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In a logistics environment marked by economic and operational uncertainty, Ryder Mexico maintains its commitment to collaboration with carriers, technological integration, and security as strategic pillars to strengthen its supply chains, stated Ricardo Álvarez , vice president and general manager of the company in the country.

During a meeting with the media, the executive emphasized that transport management remains one of the most important components for the company, so maintaining a close relationship with its partners is key to ensuring operational continuity in the various industries it serves.

“The transportation management component is one of the most important for Ryder in Mexico. Close interaction with our partners opens doors to collaboration and joint work to continue managing supply chains in the country,” he noted.

Regarding sustainability , he indicated that Ryder is gradually moving towards the incorporation of electric vehicles, mainly on short routes and local operations.

“We are proceeding slowly but surely, selecting the regions where it really makes operational and economic sense,” he commented.

Regarding business results, the executive reported that operations in Mexico grew by approximately 5% last year , in line with expectations given the volatile economic environment. However, he emphasized that efficiency initiatives improved the quality of earnings.

By 2026, the strategic focus will be on the customer, talent retention, and strengthening the organizational culture. Currently, Ryder has more than five thousand employees in the country and has significantly reduced employee turnover.

Regarding security , Álvarez acknowledged that it is a constant challenge in the sector, although he stressed that investment in technology and monitoring has significantly reduced incidents in operations.

The leader of Ryder Mexico reiterated the company’s confidence in the Mexican market.

“We are convinced that Mexico remains a country worth investing in, provided that the appropriate analyses are done at the right time and in the right region,” he said.

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Logistics is undergoing a structural transformation . Beyond operational efficiency, supply chains are focused on becoming strategic platforms capable of anticipating demand, absorbing disruption, and generating sustainable value in increasingly volatile environments.

The evolution towards customer-centric logistics ecosystems , with end-to-end visibility and deep integration between planning, procurement, manufacturing and distribution, are necessary conditions for organizations to maintain their competitiveness in 2026, according to James Lisica, founder of Supply Chain On-Demand , during the webinar “Trends 2026: The futuristic vision that will transform logistics and the supply chain”.

One of the main challenges identified was the increasing volatility of consumer spending , which is forcing companies to move beyond traditional forecasting models. In this new context, anticipating demand and the intensive use of data are emerging as critical factors for avoiding stockouts, protecting margins, and responding to increasingly unpredictable customers, explained Lisica.

Resilience , both physical and digital, has ceased to be a defensive concept and has become a strategic enabler, supported by the diversification of suppliers, the regionalization of production networks , and the strengthening of security protocols, he stressed.

Sustainability is also gaining new importance in decision-making. Beyond regulatory compliance, the integration of circular economy models and emissions reductions are beginning to directly impact cost structures and operational profitability. In this sense, green logistics is consolidating itself as an engine of efficiency and growth, not just an environmental requirement, which is why more and more companies are optimizing routes and electrifying fleets with the aim of reducing costs, the specialist pointed out.

On the technological front, tools such as digital twins, blockchain , predictive analytics, and artificial intelligence are advancing as key elements to achieve greater traceability, improve real-time decision-making, and accelerate response to disruptions.

However, the emphasis is on the fact that these technologies only generate value when there is harmonized data, integrated processes, and a clear long-term strategy.

In 2026, the challenge for companies will not be to adopt trends in isolation, but to build supply chains capable of learning from disruption and growing stronger as a result. This transformation redefines the role of the supply chain as one of the main drivers of competitiveness in the global economy.

The size of the supply chain management market in Mexico reached $833.5 billion in 2025, and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 5.23% during the period 2026–2034, according to the consulting firm IMARC Group .

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Through the delivery of the first units of a fleet of 81 JAC Sunray Cargo Euro 6 vehicles that will strengthen the efficiency and sustainability of its operations in the country , DHL Express Mexico established an alliance with the automotive manufacturer and its distributor Grupo Andrade

Antonio Arranz, CEO of DHL Express Mexico, described the delivery as “graduation day,” after the vehicles passed the company’s rigorous testing processes . He revealed that the agreement includes the acquisition of 1,002 vehicles in total, representing an investment of $84 million.

“What we sell is extremely high quality , and we cannot have suppliers who do not have the quality that our subscribers deserve,” he said.

For his part, Elías Masrri, CEO of Giant Motors Latinoamérica (GML) , emphasized that this collaboration symbolizes the union of a global company with a Mexican one that is committed to national talent . He noted that GML is the only Mexican automotive firm that assembles, markets, and supports a complete brand, with its plant in Ciudad Sahagún, Hidalgo, as a strategic asset.

“Each unit we deliver today represents employment, development, and an investment in Mexico. We are confident that this will be just the first of many stages in a relationship that is very important to us,” he emphasized.

Miguel Ángel Iglesias, General Director of the Automotive Division of Grupo Andrade, expressed his gratitude to DHL for the trust placed in JAC and Grupo Andrade. He emphasized that the delivery of these vehicles represents direct recognition of the quality of their products , an endorsement of the brand, and, above all, of the professionalism of their teams. It also represents a clear commitment to more sustainable mobility

“For Grupo Andrade, this operation represents much more than a commercial transaction; it represents trust, teamwork, and a joint commitment to the future of mobility,” he stated.

For his part, Isidoro Massri, director of JAC Mexico, emphasized that this collaboration transcends mere commerce and positions Mexico as a strategic hub. He reiterated that their commitment to the country is absolute, with a focus on customer service and support .

The alliance between DHL, JAC and Grupo Andrade reinforces confidence in national talent and consolidates a collaborative model that is committed to innovation, investment and the industrial development of the country.

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Fleet management is undergoing rapid transformations, driven by technological changes and new operational demands . Companies, pressured by greater cost control and stricter environmental guidelines, are evaluating mobility models that will allow them to maintain efficiency and competitiveness.

According to the study “Ecological, Intelligent, and Integrated ,” prepared by Edenred , corporate mobility is at a turning point. The document identified three trends that will shape the evolution of fleets by 2026: electrification, digitalization, and sustainability .

Electromobility: the path towards lower emissions operations

Transportation accounts for one-fifth of global carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions and relies on fossil fuels for 95% of its energy needs. Edenred indicated that, to move towards a zero-emissions scenario by 2030, the sector must reduce its emissions by 25%, promoting electric vehicles, biofuels, and clean energy . Although costs are decreasing, challenges such as charging infrastructure and financing remain.

Digitization: data as an engine of efficiency

The study highlighted that tools such as telematics, predictive maintenance, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) can reduce maintenance costs by up to 15% and increase vehicle availability by 10% to 15%. However, adoption remains uneven due to a lack of data access and complex administrative processes. Edenred emphasized that fleets must have complete control over their information to optimize operational decisions.

Sustainability: from compliance to positive impact

The document emphasized that companies can become key players in sustainable transport, given the number of kilometers they travel and their role in purchasing new vehicles. The approach focuses on measuring and reducing emissions using the GHG Protocol methodology, promoting offsetting projects, and encouraging efficient driving.

Edenred concluded that the combination of technology, clean energy and data culture will define the competitiveness of fleets in the coming years , in an environment where efficiency and sustainability will be increasingly crucial.

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FedEx presented its annual global economic impact report, prepared in partnership with Dun & Bradstreet , a provider of data and analytics for business decision-making, highlighting that, during fiscal year 2025 (FY25), the company generated a contribution of 126 billion dollars (USD) to the global economy.

“For more than 50 years, FedEx has powered global trade with innovative logistics services that connect communities around the world (…) our culture of innovation, coupled with our team’s unwavering commitment to providing exceptional service and proposing bold ideas, has enabled the FedEx network to continue driving global progress, even amidst a volatile and transformational business landscape for supply chains,” said Raj Subramaniam, president and CEO of FedEx Corporation, in a press release.

The company noted that in Latin America and the Caribbean alone, an impact of five billion dollars was generated , equivalent to an estimated direct contribution of 0.7% to the net economic product of the transportation, storage and communications sector in the region.

The company also noted that it employs more than 23,000 people in over 50 countries in the region, with Miami as a strategic hub for international trade. The largest temperature-controlled facility in its network addresses the growing demand for transporting perishable and pharmaceutical products .

The company invested $743 million with suppliers in 2024, 60% of which went to small businesses . In total, 89% of its suppliers in Latin America and the Caribbean are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), strengthening the resilience of local supply chains.

In Mexico, FedEx noted that it has been connecting communities and businesses for 35 years, driving growth through local talent and collaboration with thousands of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs ). “Our operations are evolving to be more efficient, innovative, and sustainable,” said Jorge L. Torres, Vice President of Operations for FedEx Mexico.

Globally, FedEx operates in more than 220 countries and territories, with 500,000 employees and 17 million packages transported daily. Its network moves more than two trillion dollars’ worth of goods annually, solidifying its leadership in express logistics .

Among the most notable results are the optimization of its land and air network, new automated facilities in Memphis, the Netherlands, Thailand and Brazil, and the promotion of smarter supply chains through artificial intelligence.

Ninety percent of FedEx’s 100,000 global suppliers are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), supporting hundreds of thousands of jobs . In addition, the company launched digital tools such as the Collaborative Shipping Tool , expanding the international reach of SMEs.

In sustainability, FedEx is moving toward carbon-neutral operations by 2040, with investments in renewable energy and alternative fuels. In FY25, it began implementing three million gallons of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Los Angeles , marking a milestone in sustainable aviation.

Finally, through FedEx Cares, the company allocated $55.5 million to social initiatives, added more than 81,000 volunteer hours , and supported humanitarian operations with critical shipments to disaster-affected communities.

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