Introduction to the Project and Key Figures
On November 7, 2025, in Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, the construction of the Nuevo Laredo-Saltillo train commenced. This significant infrastructure project was kicked off by a virtual link with Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo and Tamaulipas Governor Américo Villarreal Anaya.
Relevance of Key Figures
Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, as Mexico’s President, has demonstrated a forward-thinking approach to development. Américo Villarreal Anaya, the Governor of Tamaulipas, has been instrumental in aligning with her vision. His leadership and collaboration have paved the way for this crucial project.
Project Details and Impact
The Nuevo Laredo-Saltillo train project spans 136.48 kilometers of single-track railway, featuring 52 ferroviary bridges, 42 vehicular crossings, and 108 drainage structures. The train will connect Nuevo Laredo and Monterrey in under two hours and Saltillo in three and a half hours, significantly enhancing regional connectivity.
- Job Creation: This project is expected to generate 10,922 direct jobs and 32,766 indirect jobs, contributing to the local economy.
- Infrastructure Expansion: The project includes the expansion of the Free Trade Bridge’s concession and increasing its infrastructure from 8 to 10 lanes, improving border crossing efficiency.
Speeches and Acknowledgments
During the event, Andrés Lajous Loaeza, head of the Mexican Railway Regulatory Agency, detailed the project’s technical aspects. Jesús Antonio Esteva Medina, Secretary of Infrastructure, Communications, and Transportation, emphasized the significance of the day, as it coincided with the National Railroad Worker’s Day.
Esteva Medina acknowledged all railroad workers in Mexico, while Villarreal Anaya reaffirmed his commitment to working alongside President Sheinbaum’s vision for social development.
Attendees
Notable attendees included Carmen Lilia Canturosas, Mayor of Nuevo Laredo; Pedro Cepeda Anaya, Secretary of Public Works; and Rocío Muñoz Cano, representing the construction consortium.
