Uni-Trade Group and Starr Camargo Bridge Drive Binational Projects to Boost Economic Growth in the Border Region

Strategic alliance aims to strengthen logistics infrastructure and regional competitiveness between Mexico and the United States

Collaborative efforts to unlock cross-border potential

Uni-Trade Group, in partnership with the Vale family — owners of Starr Camargo Bridge — held a series of high-level meetings with local and state authorities from both Mexico and the United States. The initiative seeks to advance logistics infrastructure projects that attract investment, generate jobs, and enhance binational trade along the Texas–Tamaulipas border.

A key meeting took place at the privately owned Starr Camargo International Bridge, where Eduardo A. Garza Robles, Chairman of Uni-Trade Group, joined Sam, Robert, and Jennifer Vale to present a joint logistics development project to Ernestina Perales Ortiz, Mayor of Camargo, Tamaulipas. The project outlines the potential of the crossing as a scalable model for binational success stories—such as the agro-inspection initiative developed in Laredo, Texas.

Mayor Perales expressed strong interest in the proposals and endorsed collaboration with the Universidad Autónoma de Tamaulipas (UAT) to conduct technical studies supporting the initiative. The Uni-Trade and Starr Camargo team also toured Camargo’s municipal headquarters, reinforcing institutional ties and shared commitment to long-term regional development.

Advancing regional cooperation through strategic planning

The agenda also included a virtual meeting with the Tamaulipas Ministry of Economy, represented by Deputy Secretary Sergio Guajardo Castellanos and Technical Secretary Earl Tuexi Amaro. During the session, the partners presented a promotional video highlighting Starr Camargo Bridge’s current capabilities and future development opportunities in partnership with Uni-Trade.

An official presentation to State Secretary of Economy Ninfa Cantú Deándar is now in preparation to showcase the project's economic potential for the state.

The initiative also received positive feedback during a working session with advisors Gene Garza and David Higgerson, along with Rose Benavidez, President of the Starr County Industrial Foundation. Stakeholders emphasized the strategic relevance of the proposed infrastructure for cross-border growth and binational cooperation.

“We deeply value the openness and leadership shown by all parties involved. By working together, we believe we can unlock a new chapter of sustainable regional growth,” said Eduardo A. Garza Robles, acknowledging the Vale family’s key role in supporting the vision.

Uni-Trade Group reaffirmed its commitment to advancing economic development across the U.S.-Mexico border and will continue fostering partnerships that promote a more connected, competitive, and prosperous region.