According to statistics from the National Port System of the  Secretariat of the Navy (Semar) , in March 2026 the movement of vehicles through Mexican ports fell by 3.5% compared to the same month in 2025 with 184,829 units, thus failing to recover from the decrease recorded last February, when it fell 20.9% year-on-year.

Although some ports reported declines in car traffic in the third month of the year, the port of Veracruz showed a 33.2% increase compared to March 2025, handling 82,185 units. Tuxpan, also in Veracruz, saw a 15.8% increase, with 3,804 units moved during the period, according to an analysis by T21 Business Intelligence .

In contrast, the port of Mazatlán, in Sinaloa, handled 8,778 units in March 2026, 46.6% less than in the third month of 2025 ; Altamira, in Tamaulipas, fell 27.1% with 38,149 vehicles moved; while the port of Lázaro Cárdenas, in Michoacán, declined 8.6% with the movement of 51,913 units in the reference period.

The negative figures recorded by several ports impacted the cumulative total for January-March 2026. The first quarter of the year saw a 4% contraction compared to the same period in 2025, with 441,765 vehicles handled . During the period, the port of Veracruz was the only one with positive numbers, reporting a 22.3% year-on-year increase with 171,598 units handled.

Conversely, Tuxpan saw a 24.7% drop in the cumulative total for the first three months of 2026 compared to the same period last year , with 6,637 vehicles moved. Altamira declined 19.1% with 89,461 units; and Lázaro Cárdenas decreased by 16%, moving 133,427 cars.

Meanwhile, Mazatlán experienced a slight contraction of 0.5% in the accumulated January-March 2026 period compared to the same period in 2025, operating 40,642 units.

Regarding participation in March 2026, Veracruz accounted for  44% of vehicles mobilized ; Lázaro Cárdenas had 28%, Altamira 21%, Mazatlán 5% and Tuxpan 2%.

Despite the drop in vehicle traffic at the country’s ports in March 2026, car production in Mexico showed improvement during the third month of the year.

According to figures from the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi) , 343,520 light vehicles were manufactured in March 2026 , representing a 2.5 percent year-on-year increase. Additionally, 310,205 vehicles were exported, a 4.2 percent increase compared to the same month in 2025.

Meanwhile, in the first quarter of 2026, 969,294 units were manufactured in Mexican plants , a 0.5% increase compared to the same period last year. During the January-March period of this year, 795,631 units were exported, a 2.5% increase over the same period in 2025.

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Customs revenue in Mexico declined for two consecutive months, totaling 101,568.38 million pesos (mdp) in February  , a real contraction of 16.8% compared to the same month in 2025, according to statistics from the  National Customs Agency of Mexico (ANAM) .

However, the figures were mixed across different categories. According to data from the  Customs Revenue and Operation Dashboard ,  Value Added Tax (VAT) registered a 27.5% drop compared to January 2025, totaling 65,521 million pesos; in contrast, the Special Tax on Production and Services (IEPS)  totaled 19,674.3 million pesos, a 44.6% increase compared to February 2025 .

Likewise,  operations had a slight growth of 0.4% in the second month of the year compared to the same period last year, registering 1,679,084 procedures; although customs declarations showed an annual decrease of 3.2% with 824,426 documents issued.

By type of customs office, the figures were not favorable, reporting double-digit drops during February. The northern border customs office saw the most significant contraction at 21.5% , reporting 34,003.93 million pesos; followed by inland customs offices, which decreased 20.6% annually, collecting 16,912.81 million pesos; and maritime customs offices, which registered an 11.9% contraction in their collection, with 50,405.69 million pesos in cash flow.

The same situation was reported at the country’s main customs offices. Manzanillo saw a 16.6% decrease in February 2026 compared to the same period in 2025 , collecting 13,979.69 million pesos, and  Nuevo Laredo contracted by 26.6% , with 15,500.94 million pesos in the same period.  Veracruz reported a real annual decrease of 16% , collecting 9,583.79 million pesos.

In the January-February period, the figures were mixed compared to the same period in 2025. A total of 207,591.29 million pesos were collected, a drop of 13%; VAT reported a contraction of 22.6% with 134,727.7 million pesos and the IEPS showed a significant increase of 40.1% with 38,860.4 million pesos.

Operations in the accumulated total for 2026 showed a drop of 2.1% compared to January-February 2025, with three million 337 thousand 130; and customs declarations contracted by 5.5% to a total of one million 639 thousand 094.

The January-February balance confirms a mixed picture: while certain tax revenues are strengthening, the general trend points to a challenge for the tax authority in maintaining stable collection in the face of an increasingly complex economic context.

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In January 2026, customs revenue in Mexico totaled 106,022.91 million pesos (mdp)  in cash flow , representing a real drop of 9.1% compared to the same month in 2025, according to statistics from the National Customs Agency of Mexico (ANAM) .

According to data from the  Customs Revenue and Operation Dashboard , the Value Added Tax (VAT) registered a contraction of 17.3% compared to January 2025 with 69,206.7 million pesos; while the Special Tax on Production and Services (IEPS) totaled 19,186.2 million pesos, 35.7% more than during January of last year.

Meanwhile,  operations  fell 4.6% in January 2026 compared to the first month of 2025, registering 1,658,046 transactions. Import declarations also showed a negative trend during the comparison period, with a year-on-year decrease of 7.8% .

By type of customs office, the figures were also unfavorable . Maritime customs offices registered a 6.6% real decrease in revenue in January 2026 compared to the same month in 2025, with 55,444.93 million pesos in cash flow. Meanwhile, inland customs offices saw a 5.3% year-on-year decrease , collecting 17,121.94 million pesos; while those on the northern border experienced a real drop of 14.8% , with 33,207.44 million pesos in the period.

The country’s main customs offices reported mixed results. Manzanillo saw a 17.4% decrease in revenue in the first month of this year compared to January 2025, collecting 15,522.71 million pesos, while  Nuevo Laredo contracted by 18.3% , with 15,255.04 million pesos collected during the same period. Veracruz was the only customs office to register positive figures, with a real increase of 5.1% year-on-year ; revenue there reached 10,615.88 million pesos.

Customs revenue in Mexico started 2026 with a decline, breaking the positive streak with which it closed 2025, when it totaled 128,999.21 million pesos in cash flow, a real increase of  29.4% compared to the same period in 2024 .

Understanding customs revenue helps to grasp Mexico’s economic dynamics, as it reveals the country’s capacity to generate income through foreign trade. Furthermore, it contributes to the national budget and strengthens public finances.

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Customs revenue showed optimal performance in December 2025, totaling  128,999.21 million pesos (mdp)  in cash flow , a real increase of  29.4% compared to the same period in 2024 , according to statistics from the National Customs Agency of Mexico (ANAM) .

According to data from the Customs Revenue and Operation Dashboard , both Value Added Tax (VAT) and the Special Tax on Production and Services (IEPS) grew in the last month of 2025. VAT registered an increase of 14.6% compared to December 2024, with 82,849.8 million pesos, while the IEPS totaled 24,235.9 million pesos, representing an increase of 102.1 percent.

Meanwhile, transactions  increased by 2.7% in December 2025 compared to the same month in 2024, totaling 1,688,268. Customs declarations also saw a positive change of 1% , with 906,404 transactions.

ANAM detailed that maritime customs offices saw a real increase in revenue of 40.1%, reaching 72,315.38 million pesos during the reference period. Meanwhile, inland customs offices registered a 39.3% increase, totaling 21,308.55 million pesos in revenue. Customs offices along the northern border showed a real increase of 7.6% in December of last year compared to the same month in 2024, reaching 35,113.02 million pesos.

In December 2025, the Manzanillo maritime customs showed a 6% increase by collecting 16,438.57 million pesos; the Nuevo Laredo customs increased by 6.2% with 16,025.23 million pesos, and  Veracruz registered a decrease of 4.6%, collecting 11,136.99 million pesos.

Cumulative increase

The accumulated revenue from January to December 2025 also showed positive results. ANAM reported a real increase of 15.5% compared to the same period in 2024, totaling a cash flow of 1,449,461.35 million pesos .

During the period, the  IEPS grew 53.8% , totaling 247,639.5 million pesos; while the  VAT registered an increase of 8.3% , with 986,982.8 million pesos.

However, both operations and customs declarations showed declines. Operations  fell  2.3% in 2025 compared to 2024, totaling 21,431,945; and customs declarations totaled 10,824,725 transactions last year, representing a 4% decrease over 2024.

In 2025, Mexican foreign trade showed resilience in an environment marked by volatility and uncertainty, resulting from tariffs imposed by the United States, as well as reforms to the national customs system.

In that context, Mexican exports closed 2025 with positive figures, reaching 60,651 million dollars , which represented an annual increase of 17.2%; while the accumulated value during last year was 664,837 million dollars , which meant an annual growth of 7.6%, according to figures from the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi) .

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In December 2025, the movement of vehicles through Mexico’s main ports registered a growth of 43.9% compared to the same month in 2024, with a total of 228,210 new units , according to data from the Secretariat of the Navy (Semar) .

However, in the accumulated January-December 2025, a slight decrease of 1.3% was observed compared to the same period in 2024, with the operation of two million 262 thousand 289 vehicles.

An analysis conducted by T21 Business Intelligence identified that 104,119 units were moved through the port of Lázaro Cárdenas, Michoacán, in the last month of last year , 161.4% more than in the same period of 2024. In the accumulated total for 2025, 804,221 vehicles were handled, representing a growth of 19.1% compared to 2024.

Mazatlán, Sinaloa, handled 23,799 units in December 2025 , representing a 162.4% increase compared to the same month in 2024. As for the year-to-date figures, this Mexican Pacific port grew by 4.7% last year, with 172,359 units.

Tuxpan, Veracruz, showed mixed results . In December 2025, it reached 1,979 units, 73.6% more than in the same month of 2024. However, in the accumulated total for 2025, it registered 38,321 vehicles moved, a drop of 54.9% compared to 2024.

The port of Veracruz showed stagnation in December of last year, handling 60,231 units , a figure that remained practically unchanged compared to the same month in 2024. In the cumulative total for 2025, 770,151 new vehicles were handled through this Gulf of Mexico port, a drop of 9.5% compared to the same period in 2024.

Altamira, Tamaulipas, registered declines at the close of 2025. Last December, it mobilized 38,082 units , a decrease of 21.2% compared to the same month of 2024. From January to December 2025, it totaled 475,437 units, which represented a decline of 7.7% compared to the same period in 2024.

Regarding the participation by port in December 2025, Lázaro Cárdenas concentrated the largest number of vehicles moved with 45.6% , followed by Veracruz with 26.4%, Altamira with 16.7%, Mazatlán with 10.4% and Tuxpan with 0.9 percent.

According to figures from the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi) , 243,961 units were manufactured in Mexico in December 2025  , an increase of 8.5% compared to the same month in 2024. However, the cumulative total for last year was 3,953,494 units , representing a decrease of 0.9% compared to the same period in 2024.

December’s figures reveal a mixed picture for the end of 2025 across the ports: growth in some and decline in others. The recovery of vehicle traffic is shaping up to be a gradual process, contingent on the state of the automotive industry throughout 2026, after it was one of the sectors most affected by US tariffs, and on the ports’ ability to adapt to a more demanding trade environment.

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In this regard, Fernando Con, president of Amanac, indicated that shipping agents are more committed than ever to addressing the challenges posed by maritime freight transport , such as digitalization to streamline processes, as well as sustainability in maritime activities that seek to reduce the carbon footprint.

“This evolution (of the maritime-port sector) is an example of our ability to adapt and innovate,” said Fernando Con in his inaugural address.

For her part, Rocío Nahle, governor of Veracruz, highlighted the importance of maritime transport in large-scale public projects, such as the construction of the Dos Bocas refinery, which she led in recent years during her tenure as head of the Ministry of Energy during the six-year term of Andrés Manuel López Obrador.

In his turn, Alejandro Malagón, president of the Confederation of Industrial Chambers (Concamin) , indicated that although customs in Mexico require continuous improvement, he highlighted the work that the current head of the National Customs Agency of Mexico (ANAM) , Rafael Marín Mollinedo, has been doing to modernize its processes.

“They’ve had collapses that may bother us, but they’re revamping themselves. Customs must become the strongest link in the value chain,” he stated.

The 29th Amanac Annual Congress will be held in Veracruz from October 8 to 11, 2025 , under the motto “Maritime transport in an interconnected economy.”

The event brings together leading business leaders, port terminal leaders, shipping company representatives, authorities, and academics to discuss the challenges and prospects of maritime trade and logistics in a complex global environment.

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Gruver Camiones heads the specialized network of Daimler Truck Mexico , the new business model will be 100% focused on the distribution and specialized service of the Freightliner 360 family and the Mercedes-Benz LO 916 chassis.

The Veracruz distributor will focus on offering comprehensive transportation solutions specialized in the aforementioned models. The brand explained that this strategy marks a new standard in customer service.

“This inauguration reinforces our commitment to innovation and excellence in customer service. The new specialized distributor in Veracruz establishes a unique business model that allows Daimler Truck Mexico to be even closer to its customers in these segments,” said Jorge Vargas, Director of Market Development and Product Portfolio at Daimler Truck Mexico.

Vargas added that the original equipment manufacturer’s (OEM) goal is to continue promoting safer, more comfortable and sustainable transportation solutions that meet market expectations.

“This specialized distributor is a step forward in our commitment to offer personalized and close attention to our customers . We have a team of experts who understand the needs of each user, providing solutions tailored to their requirements,” said Alejandro Gómez, Director of Operations at Gruver.

The new distributor has a constructed area of ​​1,281 square meters and is part of one of the most important dealer groups in the country, Gruver Camiones, which has more than 55 years of experience.

Daimler Truck Mexico said the opening of the specialized distributor responds to the specific needs of customers in the urban segment, focusing on offering a dedicated sales and after-sales service , superior technicians, spare parts sales, warranties and credit options.

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Hutchison Ports ICAVE successfully held its first race against breast cancer on Vicente Fox Quesada Boulevard, in front of the emblematic Boca Forum, in the capital of Veracruz, with the aim of raising awareness among female workers, their families and the general public about the importance of preventing breast cancer and cardiometabolic diseases associated with a sedentary lifestyle.

The event, held on October 5, brought together 150 participating women and began at 8:00 am with a two-kilometer route, divided into two laps. The runners, previously registered by the Hutchison Ports ICAVE team, received commemorative kits that included t-shirts and caps designed especially for the occasion.

“The race not only seeks to highlight the importance of breast cancer prevention, but also to promote an active lifestyle that helps prevent chronic diseases,” explained Susana Díaz Virgen, general manager of Hutchison Ports ICAVE. “These types of events are key to promoting the comprehensive health of our employees and their families,” she added.

During the event, specialized health personnel, civil protection measures, and an energy drink station were available to ensure the well-being of the participants. Safety and organization were a priority for the successful development of the race .

The top three finalists received special recognition for their efforts: Azucena Capistrán took third place, Jazmín Mariana Lara Pérez second, and Mariana Bautista Robles was awarded the gold medal .

The event concluded with an awards ceremony and a few words of thanks to the participants, highlighting the importance of these initiatives for the health and well-being of the company’s employees and their families.

These actions reflect Hutchison Ports ICAVE’s commitment to social sustainability and the well-being of its working community . By promoting health and preventing diseases such as breast cancer, the company strengthens its corporate responsibility and its focus on the sustainable development of its employees and their families.

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A group of people in the community of Puente Colorada, located in Chapulco, Puebla, have blocked the train line that connects Veracruz with Mexico City since September 24 , according to a press release from the Mexican Railway Association (AMF) .

This blockade, which also includes the temporary detention of railway company personnel , is part of a context of demands for water supply in the region.

In this sense, the blockade affects the local community and also has significant repercussions on various economic sectors .

The disruption of rail traffic thus has a direct impact on the supply of key industries , such as the energy and steel industries , which could lead to shortages of fuel oil and raw materials needed for production. In a context in which the Salamanca and Tula refineries are already facing challenges, the situation is becoming critical, the statement said.

In addition, the agricultural sector is under increasing pressure, as the blockade is estimated to prevent the daily transport of approximately 20,000 tons of grain to the centre of the country .

The AFM also explained in the statement that the problem is further complicated during this peak season for inventories , when containerized cargo traffic to the port of Veracruz is essential for the national economy. The lack of rapid action by the authorities could lead to even more serious consequences for the central and south-southeast regions of the country.

Given this situation, the AMF has urgently called on the competent authorities to intervene and clear the railway line as soon as possible, thus avoiding further damage to the communities and the economy in general.

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A group of people in the community of Puente Colorada, located in Chapulco, Puebla, have blocked the train line that connects Veracruz with Mexico City since September 24 , according to a press release from the Mexican Railway Association (AMF) .

This blockade, which also includes the temporary detention of railway company personnel , is part of a context of demands for water supply in the region.

In this sense, the blockade affects the local community and also has significant repercussions on various economic sectors .

The disruption of rail traffic thus has a direct impact on the supply of key industries , such as the energy and steel industries , which could lead to shortages of fuel oil and raw materials needed for production. In a context where the Salamanca and Tula refineries are already facing challenges, the situation is becoming critical, the statement said.

In addition, the agricultural sector is under increasing pressure, as the blockade is estimated to prevent the daily transport of approximately 20,000 tons of grain to the centre of the country .

The AFM also explained in the statement that the problem is further complicated during this peak season for inventories , when containerized cargo traffic to the port of Veracruz is essential for the national economy. The lack of rapid action by the authorities could lead to even more serious consequences for the central and south-southeast regions of the country.

Given this situation, the AMF has urgently called on the competent authorities to intervene and clear the railway line as soon as possible, thus avoiding further damage to the communities and the economy in general.

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