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The Tumultuous Mexican Cross-Border

Cathy Roberson

Even today when one reads the numerous articles about the benefits of manufacturing or assembling in Mexico, most of them highlight Mexico's low-cost labor and, of course, its proximity to the US market. But what does it all mean for those shippers and manufacturers that rely on cross-border trade between the two countries?

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Is Mexico the World's Next Manufacturing Hub?

Elementum

Mexico may become the global manufacturing nerve center if the country plays its cards right. According to Deloitte’s 2016 Global Manufacturing Competitiveness Index, Mexico ranks number eight out of 40 countries including Canada, Sweden, and Vietnam. These advantages give the country an edge over, say, China and Brazil. Branching Out.

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U.S.-Mexico-Canada Freight Down in All Modes for April

Supply Chain Brain

freight flows with Canada, while Laredo, El Paso, and Otay Mesa are the top truck ports with Mexico. freight flows with Canada, while Laredo, Eagle Pass, and El Paso are the top rail connection ports with Mexico. Mexico-Canada Freight Down in All Modes for April U.S. energy flows on the Southern border.

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