DACHSER Mexico Celebrates 15-Year Anniversary
Full logistics services portfolio, dedicated workforce and long-standing relationships with customers are keys to consistent growth in market
This year, DACHSER Mexico, a subsidiary of global logistics provider DACHSER, marks 15 years of continued service in Mexico.
DACHSER Mexico’s presence has steadily grown to include multiple locations countrywide and a comprehensive portfolio of innovative logistics services.
Recognizing our 15th year of serving the Mexican market provides an opportunity to look back and reflect, but also to look forward.
Edgardo Hamon, Managing Director, DACHSER Mexico“From the beginning, the key to our growth has been the team’s unmatched dedication to serving our customers, understanding the nuances of the market and establishing long-term relationships. Today, we are well positioned to build on our foundation and expand our footprint in the region.”
Proudly Serving Customers & Markets in Mexico for 15 Years
In 2006, operations in Mexico started when DACHSER recognized a growing and unmet opportunity within the Mexican market. Fifteen years later, DACHSER Mexico has proudly established itself as a premier logistics provider in its market.
Starting with just 12 employees, DACHSER Mexico has grown steadily year after year, and now boasts around 150 team members throughout Mexico. In fact, the company was recently named a “Super Empresa” in Expansion Magazine’s Top Companies 2020; a highly prestigious recognition as one of the best places to work – honoring its employee-driven culture.
"As a family-owned company, DACHSER believes strongly in investing in our workforce and providing a supportive environment with opportunities for growth. Building strong teams with loyal employees who understand the market has been critical to growing our business at DACHSER Mexico,” said Mr. Hamon. “For the last 15 years, the men and women of DACHSER Mexico have dedicated themselves to helping our customers ensure supply chain fluidity in the region.”
Seamlessly Connecting Mexico to the World with a Single Point of Contact
Enabling logistics excellence, DACHSER Mexico offers a robust portfolio of services, including trucking, air freight and sea freight solutions. The company’s holistic market approach includes services such as warehousing and contract logistics along with value-added services, such as pick and pack and product assembly. In addition, DACHSER Mexico offers customs house brokerage services and dedicated 24/7 customer service support. It also provides full tracking transparency throughout the entire supply chain, improved operational efficiencies and quicker transit times.
DACHSER Mexico utilizes a single-point-of-contact approach, providing consistency, convenience and a clear process. According to Mr. Hamon: “We know our customers prefer to work alongside one dedicated contact, with whom they have built a trusting relationship. To ensure our customers’ peace of mind, we make sure each of our team members fully understands the marketplace, as well as all aspects of our solutions, including the strength of our network.”
Leveraging DACHSER’s extensive global network and all transportation modes, DACHSER Mexico provides a seamless connection to Europe, linking its customers to the entire continent through its comprehensive road transport network. The service connects 37 European countries such as Germany, Spain, France and Austria, as well as the Benelux region.
DACHSER Mexico offers custom solutions designed for specialized industries such as automotive, Life Science & Healthcare, construction materials and manufacturing, among others. As marketplace experts, the DACHSER Mexico team understands the nuances of the region’s specialty sectors and is equipped to offer solutions that will ensure the smooth and reliable transport of their customers’ cargo throughout the region and around the world.
The Importance of Mexico – An Emerging Market Heavyweight
Experiencing dynamic economic development in recent years, Mexico has become an emerging market heavyweight for businesses worldwide. Recognizing this growth, DACHSER Mexico has continued to invest throughout Mexico. In fact, there have been numerous office openings, investments and expansions made by DACHSER throughout the region in the past 15 years.
For instance, DACHSER Mexico opened a commercial office in Querétaro in 2009, followed by another in Guadalajara in 2012. In 2016, two new office locations opened in Monterrey and Puebla. Also, its bonded warehouse in Querétaro was expanded to 4,200 sqm in 2020 and an additional warehouse was opened in Mexico City. Additionally, DACHSER Mexico added customs house brokerage services to its portfolio in 2020 to facilitate seamless shipping transactions while minimizing the challenges of customs compliance for its customers.
“By demonstrating DACHSER Mexico’s continued commitment to this vital region, we have shown that we are a solid partner for Mexican businesses - enabling them to reach farther and fully optimize their market potential.” added Mr. Hamon. “Every day for 15 years, we have been hard at work helping to keep Mexico’s logistics engine running smoothly and we’ll keep doing it for many, many years to come.”