soluciones para la cadena de suministro global

Global port investments in deeper berths, automation, rail integration, and greener infrastructure are reshaping ocean shipping by improving reliability, cutting costs, and opening new routing options. For shippers, these changes mean more resilient supply chains, greater sustainability, and the chance to treat ports as strategic nodes rather than just transfer points.

The East–West freight market is entering 2025 with shifting dynamics, from Trans-Pacific volatility to changing Trans-Atlantic flows. Importers need to balance contract and spot strategies, monitor port and canal disruptions, and lean on forwarder insights to keep supply chains resilient and cost-competitive.

Stay ahead of shifting market dynamics with our 2025 Mid-Year Freight Market Recap—covering key trends in truckload and containerized shipping, from rate volatility and capacity shifts to the impact of tariffs and infrastructure investments. Discover what shippers and carriers need to know for the second half of the year.

With Mexico’s strategic role in manufacturing, suppliers and logistics providers need to take measures to understand the complexities involved with inbound flows, from long lead times and cross-border coordination to multimodal transportation and tight production schedules. Let’s explore the specific challenges of coordinating inbound flows from Asia and Europe to Mexico, why these challenges matter, and the best practices for overcoming them.

Supply chain operations are a strategic advantage in today’s competitive market. Manufacturers must efficiently transport materials and products while meeting production schedules and customer expectations. Choosing the right logistics partner, especially one that offers both domestic and international services, is crucial for enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and achieving business goals.

One of the most effective strategies for managing international and domestic logistics in the industrial sector is freight consolidation. This strategy involves combining multiple smaller shipments into a single, more cost-effective load. For inbound-to-manufacturing (I2M), particularly supply chains that cross international borders, freight consolidation can offer greater efficiency, reliability, and visibility. Learn more about the impact and benefits of Freight Consolidation.

Depending on your business needs, partnering with a U.S.-based freight forwarder may be the best option when focused on the North American market. U.S.-based freight forwarders offer a range of benefits, from customs and regulatory expertise to efficient North American coordination. Learn more about the role of a freight forwarder and the pros and cons of using a U.S.-Based Freight Forwarder.

Muchos factores están impulsando cambios en las rutas comerciales y la capacidad, lo que afecta al transporte de mercancías y a la cadena de suministro mundial. En ello influyen también las empresas que tratan de desarrollar sólidas estrategias de resistencia, incluida la diversificación de sus proveedores para mitigar los riesgos y optimizar las operaciones. También hay un cambio notable hacia una mayor flexibilidad que permita a las empresas responder mejor a los cambios en la demanda del mercado y mejorar sus procesos logísticos. Más información sobre los principales motores de estos cambios en el mercado.

Los contratos anuales con los transportistas marítimos suelen renegociarse en abril, antes de la temporada alta de verano. A la hora de negociar, muchos cargadores buscan flexibilidad en sus contratos para sortear la volatilidad del mercado y las fluctuaciones de los costes. Obtenga más información sobre las nuevas tendencias en los contratos de transporte marítimo, así como sobre las tendencias actuales del sector que determinan las estrategias contractuales en el mercado actual.

En el transporte de mercancías, los métodos de envío se definen en función de cómo se utiliza el espacio en un contenedor de transporte y de si el expedidor llena un contenedor o comparte el espacio con otros envíos. Las principales categorías son FCL (carga de contenedor completo), LCL (menos carga de contenedor) y BCN (red de consolidación de compradores). LCL y BCN están estrechamente relacionadas, ya que la carga se comparte con BCN entre proveedores para el mismo cliente. Analicemos las diferencias y la elección de un método u otro.