Significant investments in logistics infrastructure are reshaping the Americas, with new developments in Mexico, Texas, and the Gulf Coast region pointing to strong regionalization and cross-border trade growth.
A global logistics and port operator has recently launched a new freight forwarding hub in Mexico City to meet rising demand for cross-border logistics solutions between Mexico and the United States. The move reflects a broader trend of nearshoring and supply chain realignment, especially in sectors like automotive, electronics, and consumer goods.
Logistics professionals report growing volumes in both northbound and southbound freight, highlighting Mexico’s evolving role as a strategic logistics hub. Cross-border trade is surging as manufacturers ramp up exports, creating greater demand for customs brokerage, multimodal transport, and contract logistics solutions.
Recent data on container bookings shows import volumes from Asia to Mexico rising sharply since mid-May, a signal that regional supply chains are accelerating as companies prioritize resilience and speed to market. Expansion across Latin America and the Caribbean continues, with over 35 new freight forwarding offices opened in the last two years, supporting a regional logistics footprint.
In parallel, significant infrastructure investments are taking place in the southern United States:
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A global aerospace maintenance group announced a $120 million expansion at its Texas-based facility near Fort Worth, aiming to upgrade operations into a full-service maintenance, repair, and overhaul center. This project is expected to create over 1,200 direct and 2,000 indirect jobs in the area.
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A major third-party logistics provider is transforming a former Amazon facility in the Houston metro area into a 300,000-square-foot, HVAC-enabled logistics center. This new hub is designed to meet growing demand for climate-controlled storage and logistics for sensitive goods, including electronics and lithium battery shipments arriving via Gulf Coast ports.
These strategic developments reinforce the growing importance of North American trade corridors and regional hubs in the evolving logistics landscape.
