International trade

LNG’s big pitch to the next-generation workforce in the Rio Grande Valley

October 18, 2026 • 6 min read

With more than 700 permanent jobs expected at Rio Grande LNG, NextDecade is introducing Valley students to the industry through... Read more »

Mission manufacturer Tekna Impact expands production, plans to grow workforce by more than 50%

October 15, 2026 • 3 min read

The Mission-based company is adding a fourth production line after acquiring equipment from a former Harlingen operation.... Read more »

What Valley businesses can learn from a new ‘Made in America’ consumer sentiment survey

October 13, 2026 • 6 min read

U.S. consumers, particularly younger shoppers, say they're willing to pay more for products made in America. Here's what that means... Read more »

Another LNG project could be coming to the South Texas border — with $4.5B and 7,200 jobs planned in Matamoros

October 10, 2026 • 6 min read

The proposed BRAVO LNG terminal would liquefy U.S. natural gas at the Port of Matamoros for export to global markets... Read more »

Pharr doubles bridge capacity as data centers and produce drive new trade demand

October 8, 2026 • 6 min read

The opening of a second bridge structure adds four lanes for cross-border trade as business leaders look to data centers,... Read more »

Tamaulipas is rethinking how it sells its cattle. A $44.5M project would keep more of the business at home

October 7, 2026 • 5 min read

The state, its flagship university and livestock industry are joining forces to take cattle from ranch to finished product as... Read more »

Tariffs soared in 2025, but U.S. imports still grew. The AI boom and Mexico help explain why

October 6, 2026 • 5 min read

A Dallas Fed analysis found surging imports of AI-related equipment, much of it through Mexico, helped offset the effects of... Read more »

Foreign-Trade Zone No. 12 expands into Willacy County

October 1, 2026 • 2 min read

The federal approval extends McAllen-based Foreign-Trade Zone No. 12’s service area beyond Hidalgo County, opening the program to eligible businesses... Read more »

Abbott allows cheaper diesel normally reserved for farms and off-road equipment on Texas roads as prices surge

September 28, 2026 • 3 min read

The emergency order also allows heavier fuel and agricultural loads as Texas seeks relief for farmers, truckers and other businesses.... Read more »

Why supply chain security was center stage for Reynosa customs brokers this week

September 25, 2026 • 6 min read

Companies, carriers and educational institutions in Reynosa are working on certification and technology to keep Mexico-U.S. trade competitive.... Read more »

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