The new logistics company, Bi-National Gateway Terminal, has signed a 20 year lease on a 49-acre site on the edge of one of the airport's four runways to serve multimodal cargo needs and will be equipped to handle perishables, live animals and high value shipments, as well as express and general freight.
The objective of the new facility is to provide a solution to the common delays and congestion experienced by importers and exporters between Mexico and the US. Bi-National Cargo Terminal's founder and President Ricardo Nicolopulos, said: "Mexico is the third largest trade partner with the USA, and we aim to improve the flow of cargo moving between these two major markets. Ultimately, we intend to provide a link between the Americas and all major world markets. In addition to developing the new terminal facilities, we are working closely with the Mexican authorities to introduce fast–track pre-clearance and security functions for exports from the USA. Once approved, this pre-clearance system will expedite import traffic into Mexico. Eventually, however, it will also enable Mexico to export by air in a more reliable and efficient manner that will enhance the country's position as a trade partner for the world."
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Logistics group to build new freight terminal at St Louis International airport
Plans to construct a major cargo handling facility at Lambert St Louis International airport in an effort to promote trade between Mexico and the US are underway.
