en.Wedoany.com Reported - UPS has announced the expansion of its North American Air Freight service (UPS North American Air Freight / UPS NAAF) in Mexico, in response to changing regional logistics demands driven by the growth of nearshoring. This solution integrates air, ground, and customs brokerage services, aiming to accelerate the movement of critical goods between Mexico, the United States, and Canada, primarily serving industries such as automotive, aerospace, high-tech, and medical equipment.

UPS stated that the enhanced capabilities of this platform will help manufacturers reduce logistics operational complexity, improve cargo visibility, and strengthen supply chain resilience amid intensifying regional competition. This expansion comes as Mexico's role in the global reconfiguration of production chains becomes increasingly prominent. According to company data, manufacturing accounted for 19.6% of Mexico's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2024, making it the country's primary production sector and a key pillar of North American economic integration.

The rapid development of the manufacturing sector has driven demand for logistics solutions that can more quickly connect major regional industrial corridors, particularly for industries operating under synchronized production models that require continuous transportation of parts and finished goods. UPS North American Air Freight integrates air, ground, and customs brokerage processes into a manageable network, thereby simplifying cross-border operations, reducing administrative time, and supporting trade chains among member countries of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).

The service offers deterministic transit times of 1 to 3 days, allowing manufacturers to select service levels based on their operational needs. This approach helps companies respond more quickly to supply chain disruptions, optimize inventory management, and maintain production continuity. UPS emphasizes that, based on strict safety and control standards, the service's damage claim rate is below 0.1%, lower than the industry average, making it suitable for transporting high-value or time-sensitive goods.

This expansion in Mexico is part of UPS's global $50 million investment plan aimed at enhancing logistics infrastructure to accommodate regional trade growth driven by nearshoring. Diana Sánchez, Director of Freight Forwarding & Global Logistics & Distribution for UPS Latin America, stated that Mexico's strategic position in the North American supply chain requires comprehensive logistics solutions capable of responding to new industry demands. She added that Mexico has consolidated its role as a key player in the North American supply chain, and UPS North American Air Freight, by integrating transportation, warehousing, and customs brokerage services, helps customers reduce logistics complexity and enhance cross-border operational resilience.