FERROMEX

Mexico · Transportation/trucking/railroad

Ferromex, officially known as Ferrocarril Mexicano S.A. de C.V., is a private rail consortium that operates the largest railway network in Mexico. Established in 1998, the company is headquartered in Mexico City and plays a significant role in the North American rail industry. It is primarily owned by Grupo México and Union Pacific Corporation. The company operates an extensive network of rail lines, covering between 8,111 km and 10,000 km. This network connects major inland cities, border crossings with the United States, and several seaports on both the Pacific and Gulf coasts. Ferromex specializes in freight transportation, utilizing over 800 locomotives and 28,000 railway cars to transport more than 1.9 million railcars annually. Additionally, it offers passenger experiences, including the Chepe Express and routes from Guadalajara to Tequila. In 2023, Ferromex launched Falcon Premium, an intermodal service that connects Mexico, the USA, and Canada, focusing on competitive transit times and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.