Canadian Pacific Kansas City and CSX Corporation have introduced a transformative rail transportation solution with the launch of the Southeast Mexico Express (SMX) – a new, east-west Class 1 freight corridor connecting Mexico, Texas, and the southeastern United States.
Officially launched on December 1, 2024, the SMX corridor is already delivering faster, more efficient rail service for automotive, intermodal, and carload customers, while also supporting growing demand for sustainable freight transport options.
“The Southeast Mexico Express has created new opportunities for our customers across all of our lines of business, including intermodal, carload and bulk, through a unique collaboration that is already proving itself in the market,” said Keith Creel, CPKC President & CEO. “With this corridor, we are leveraging the strengths of both CPKC and CSX, delivering faster transit times, greater efficiency and enhanced reliability. Together, we are providing shippers with a competitive, sustainable alternative for freight transportation.”
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“The launch of the SMX is a testament to our dedication to enhancing connectivity and efficiency while deepening our reach into cross-border markets,” said Joe Hinrichs, President and CEO of CSX. “This new corridor highlights how we are taking concrete, measurable actions to expand our network, enhance service, and unlock long-term growth for our customers.”
One of the early adopters of the SMX service, Schneider National, Inc. (NYSE: SNDR), is already seeing measurable benefits in operational efficiency and service quality.
“Our collaboration with CPKC and CSX on the Southeast Mexico Express represents a meaningful improvement in cross-border logistics for our customers,” said Schneider President and CEO Mark Rourke. “This new service delivers greater efficiency and reliability across the supply chain, reinforcing our commitment to seamless, flexible transportation solutions that meet the evolving needs of shippers throughout North America.”