The U.S.-Mexico Foundation (USMF) and the American Chamber/Mexico formed Bridge49: The Nearshoring Tech Alliance, which brings together six leading B2B technology companies to leverage cutting-edge technology and innovation to tackle critical industry challenges in logistics, procurement, supply chain tech, modern finance, and manufacturing in the U.S.-Mexico trade lane.
"Nearshoring is the future of U.S.-Mexico trade, and Bridge49 is dedicated to paving the way with innovative solutions. By uniting top tech companies from both nations, we are creating a powerhouse of knowledge and resources that can tackle the unique challenges of cross-border trade," says Enrique Perret, director of the U.S.-Mexico Foundation and Chair of Bridge49: The Nearshoring Tech Alliance.
Key takeaways:
- For the first time in over two decades, this year, U.S. imports from Mexico surpassed those from China, signaling a clear shift in global trade dynamics.
- Founding member companies include Auba, Marco, Nuvocargo, Prima, Pulsar and Transmute.
- Bridge49 aims to drive thought leadership and market solutions to maximize the potential of nearshoring, while bringing more companies and individuals into the thriving North American economic region.
- By identifying critical industry needs, it will drive forward the agenda for better solutions and tighter collaboration in the private and public sectors.
"Nearshoring is the future of U.S.-Mexico trade, and Bridge49 is dedicated to paving the way with innovative solutions. By uniting top tech companies from both nations, we are creating a powerhouse of knowledge and resources that can tackle the unique challenges of cross-border trade," says Enrique Perret, director of The U.S.-Mexico Foundation and Chair of Bridge49: The Nearshoring Tech Alliance.
