Mexican and U.S. customs authorities are evaluating the possibility of operating the World Trade International Bridge (International Bridge III) 24 hours a day to expand freight transportation options between Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, and Laredo, Texas.
As part of the evaluation process, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), in coordination with Mexico’s National Customs Agency (ANAM), has launched a survey targeting trucking companies, importers, exporters, customs brokers, and other foreign trade stakeholders.
The survey aims to determine whether the sector has the personnel and operational capacity needed to process, receive, and transport goods during overnight hours, particularly on the U.S. side of the border.
Assessing Operational Feasibility
If implemented, 24-hour operations would allow freight traffic to be distributed more evenly throughout the day, reduce congestion during peak crossing hours, and provide businesses with greater flexibility in scheduling the transportation and delivery of goods.
Edgar Orfelio Martínez Quintanilla stated that, during the most recent meeting with industry representatives, foreign trade users were encouraged to participate in the survey to determine whether the proposed measure would be practical and beneficial for commercial operations.
The information collected will help authorities assess actual operating conditions, estimate staffing requirements, and evaluate the feasibility of maintaining continuous service.
The survey results will be used to determine whether International Bridge III should expand its cargo operations to a 24-hour schedule, a move that could further strengthen trade and logistics between Mexico and the United States.
Source: jornada
