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SHIPPER RESPONSE
Are you planning to grow/expand your business with
Mexico in 2025?
Interestingly, 14.4% of shippers expressed plans
to expand business with Mexico, which is a
testament to the growing prevalence of cross-
border trade opportunities. It's important to
note that this question does not include those
businesses already operating in Mexico, and
therefore represents a somewhat significant shift.
As a reflection of the growing cross-border
trade opportunities, Echo recently expanded
its cross-border solutions, designed to simplify
international shipping between the U.S. and
Mexico. With offices in Mexico City, Monterrey,
and Laredo, Texas, Echo's bilingual logistics
experts provide localized support to streamline
customs clearance, navigate compliance, and
reduce border delays. Echo also offers exclusive
access to a network of CTPAT-compliant
carriers, along with scalable capacity to manage
seasonal fluctuations and supply-demand
imbalances—ensuring more reliable service and
reduced risk in a complex freight environment.
As companies focus on resilience-building
strategies, many are relying on 3PLs not just for
capacity, but for insights, technology integration,
and cross-border expertise. From managing
mode shifts to implementing sustainability-
focused solutions, 3PLs like Echo help
companies stay agile in the face of economic
shifts and evolving supply chain demands.
Yes
14.4%
No
85.6%
0% 40% 60% 80%
100%
20%
The Role of 3PLs
The value of 3PL partnerships is remain defined
by responsiveness, relationship quality, and
efficient problem resolution capabilities. Carriers
are seeking logistics partners that can offer real-
time visibility, seamless integration with digital
platforms, and data-driven insights to enhance
supply chain performance.
