Schneider reports faster transit times and 99.98% security rate with CPKC on Mexico cross-border route

Schneider stands apart as the only single-rail solution in and out of Mexico

GREEN BAY, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Schneider National, Inc. (NYSE: SNDR) strategic transition to the CPKC rail network is paying off for customers using the increasingly in-demand trade routes through Mexico, as Schneider reports the average trip from Mexico to Chicago is up to three days faster than the industry average of seven days.

Schneider, a premier multimodal provider of transportation, intermodal and logistics services, now stands out as the only carrier that operates a single-rail cross-border intermodal solution. The company has rapidly grown its intermodal market share of cross-border freight between the United States and Mexico, while setting industry benchmarks in speed, security and reliability on the CPKC rail network.

“Our cross-border objective isn’t just to move goods — it’s to move them smarter, faster and more securely,” said Schneider Senior Vice President of Intermodal Michael Baumgardt. “Decreasing shipping time by even a few days matters to our customers because the faster products can get on the shelves, the faster those items can land in the hands of consumers. No one matches our speed, our security or our reliability in this current environment.”

The Schneider difference includes:

• Speed and consistency: With daily scheduled departures and unmatched on-time performance, customers benefit from highly consistent, reliable service. Schneider on CPKC offers the fastest scheduled train service in and out of Mexico, with up to 12% transit time reductions.
• Top tier security: Schneider maintains the lowest rates of incident and theft for cross-border rail in the industry. The company boasts a 99.98% cross-border security rate through the critical CPKC Laredo bridge thanks to seamless, stop-free rail connections and robust theft prevention measures.
• Asset ownership and strategic partnerships: Schneider offers company-owned containers and chassis in Mexico, supported by in-country operations, combined with priority access to key infrastructure partners like CPKC, all of which ensures capacity and flexibility for those looking into Intermodal service.
• Deep market knowledge: Schneider has operated in Mexico for more than 30 years, and dedicated, in-country bilingual support teams are in place to streamline every stage of the shipping process.

Positioned for growth
Schneider’s agility and Intermodal offering with CPKC supports shippers responding to fast-changing conditions, potential supply chain congestion and the growing trend of nearshoring. In late 2024, the company added direct service from Mexico and Texas to the Southeast U.S.

According to the Asociación Mexicana del Transporte Intermodal (AMTI), Mexico’s total cross-border intermodal market grew 17% in 2024, while Schneider’s intermodal volume grew at twice that rate. This exceptional growth is fueled by expanded truckload conversion, as customers look for providers that can deliver the speed and consistency of truck service with the benefits of intermodal.

To accommodate the growth, CPKC has made major investments in expanding its cross-border infrastructure, including the 2024 completion of a second rail-only bridge over the Rio Grande River at its border crossing in Laredo, Texas.

This major bridge expansion allows for bi-lateral train crossing, more than doubling reliable cross-border intermodal capacity. Additionally, the new bridge incorporates cutting-edge technology such as high-speed digital imaging, X-ray systems and inspection portals to efficiently inspect trains while in motion — significantly enhancing cargo security.

“Our strategic collaboration with Schneider has delivered new transportation solutions made possible through the unrivaled reach of the CPKC network,” said CPKC Senior Vice President Bulk and Intermodal Jonathan Wahba. “Our team proudly provides secure, reliable truck-competitive services to Schneider that continue to outperform expectations in the market. We’re excited about the success we’ve seen and the new opportunities we are creating together, especially with our flagship intermodal service out of the U.S. Midwest, and now the Southeast, to Mexico. We look forward to helping Schneider grow its business in new markets for years to come.”

Schneider’s strategic decision to invest in trade from Mexico continues to pay off. Intermodal, now Schneider’s fastest-growing segment, serves a variety of industries including automotive, appliances, food, produce, electronics and tires.

Schneider invites supply chain decision makers looking to make the most of limited resources and gain more control over complexity to assess their current cross-border strategies and discover the value Schneider’s Intermodal service can deliver.

To schedule a consultation or request a customized freight quote, visit schneider.com/intermodal-Mexico or contact our intermodal experts today.

About Schneider
Schneider is a premier multi-modal provider of transportation and logistics services. Offering one of the broadest portfolios in the industry, Schneider’s solutions include Regional and Long-Haul Truckload, Expedited, Dedicated, Bulk, Intermodal, Brokerage, Warehousing, Supply Chain Management, Port Logistics and Logistics Consulting.

Schneider has been safely delivering superior customer experiences and investing in innovation for 90 years. The company’s digital marketplace, Schneider FreightPower®, is revolutionizing the industry giving shippers access to an expanded, highly flexible capacity network and provides carriers with unmatched access to quality drop-and-hook freight – Always Delivering, Always Ahead.

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