APTA invites its members to participate March 5, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Eastern time, in a free “Virtual Trade Mission” to the Mexican states of Mexico and Puebla.

Mexico has a population of more than 112 million people, 74 percent of whom live in urban areas. The current presidential administration has announced the intention to build several suburban trains to connect major cities such as Guadalajara, Toluca, and Queretaro, and one route to connect tourist cities in the states of Yucatan and Quintana Roo. The plan also includes expanding the coverage of the suburban train in the Mexico City metropolitan area, which comprises several municipalities of the state of Mexico.

Most Mexican states are modernizing their transportation systems and replacing old units. In particular, the states of Mexico and Puebla are working on important public transit modernization projects, including development of several bus rapid transit routes. These projects will offer good opportunities for suppliers of passenger transportation products and services.

Alicia Herrera, senior commercial specialist, U.S. Commercial Service Mexico, is working with APTA International Programs to prepare the webinar program.

To register, click here.