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J.B. Hunt, BNSF, and GMXT Launch Quantum de México for Intermodal Freight

Furniture World News Desk on 5/30/2025


J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT), BNSF Railway (BNSF), and GMXT have jointly announced the launch of Quantum de México, a new intermodal freight service designed to support businesses in Mexico with service-sensitive logistics needs. The announcement was made at the Congreso Intermodal de la Asociación Mexicana del Transporte Intermodal (AMTI) in Puerto Vallarta.

Quantum de México – a J.B. Hunt, BNSF and GMXT service™ – builds on the service model introduced in the United States by J.B. Hunt and BNSF in 2023. The new offering aims to deliver consistent transit times for highway-competitive freight while optimizing cost and efficiency through intermodal rail service. According to the companies, the service offers delivery performance within one day of traditional intermodal service and is supported by real-time tracking and around-the-clock operational oversight.

“Mode conversion is one of the leading opportunities businesses can leverage in today’s economic environment to drive efficiency and cost savings,” said Spencer Frazier, executive vice president of sales and marketing at J.B. Hunt. “The collaboration we’re announcing today brings the full suite of our industry-leading intermodal service and its unmatched service excellence, scale and capacity to Mexico, building on the innovative success of a 35-year relationship.”

The service will run on established intermodal corridors, connecting key markets in both countries. U.S. locations include Chicago, Dallas-Fort Worth, the West Coast, and destinations in the East. In Mexico, service will cover major centers such as Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey. A new J.B. Hunt office has been opened in Querétaro to support the expanded operations.

"Quantum de México represents a significant milestone in our commitment to innovation and excellence in logistics,” said Jon Gabriel, group vice president – consumer products at BNSF. “Expanding our reach from coast to coast allows us to harness our collective strengths and broaden our ability to deliver an unparalleled experience to our customers."

In 2024, the companies established an intermodal gateway through Eagle Pass to connect U.S. and Mexico markets. The collaboration now includes three of the largest rail and intermodal service providers in North America:

  • J.B. Hunt: Operates the largest intermodal fleet in North America.
  • BNSF: Manages the largest intermodal rail network in the region.
  • GMXT: The leading rail provider in Mexico, covering 24 Mexican states and major U.S. access points.

“We have demonstrated that rail and its intermodal services are key allies to industries not only in Mexico but across North America, through a strategic alliance with J.B. Hunt and BNSF,” said Luis Hernández, vice president intermodal at GMXT. “The progress in service quality that we offer allows us to continue innovating while maintaining efficiency and reliability, with new services like Quantum de México.”

Intermodal Opportunity in Mexico

Mexico is one of the world’s top 10 exporters, with over two-thirds of its exports heading to the U.S. Key sectors such as automotive, manufacturing, agriculture, and electronics are among the primary users of service-sensitive freight. Currently, nearly 70% of freight across the U.S.-Mexico border moves by traditional highway transport.

The companies aim to shift a portion of this volume to rail, offering carbon savings and efficiency improvements. Intermodal transport can reduce carbon emissions by an average of 65% compared to over-the-road trucking, providing an environmentally aligned solution to growing cross-border demand.

 

 

 

About J.B. Hunt
J.B. Hunt’s vision is to create the most efficient transportation network in North America. The company’s industry-leading solutions and mode-neutral approach generate value for customers by eliminating waste, reducing costs and enhancing supply chain visibility. Powered by one of the largest company-owned fleets in the country and third-party capacity through its J.B. Hunt 360°® digital freight marketplace, J.B. Hunt can meet the unique shipping needs of any business, from first mile to final delivery, and every shipment in-between. Through disciplined investments in its people, technology and capacity, J.B. Hunt is delivering exceptional value and service that enable long-term growth for the company and its stakeholders.

J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. is a Fortune 500 company, an S&P 500 company and a component of the Dow Jones Transportation Average. Its stock trades on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol JBHT. J.B. Hunt Transport Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of JBHT. The company’s services include intermodal, dedicated, refrigerated, truckload, less-than-truckload, flatbed, single source, last mile, transload and more. For more information, visit www.jbhunt.com.

About BNSF Railway
BNSF Railway is one of North America’s leading freight transportation companies. BNSF operates approximately 32,500 route miles of track in 28 states and three Canadian provinces. BNSF is one of the top transporters of consumer goods, grain and agricultural products, low-sulfur coal, and industrial goods such as petroleum, chemicals, housing materials, food, and beverages. BNSF’s shipments help feed, clothe, supply, and power American homes and businesses every day. BNSF and its employees have developed one of the most technologically advanced, and efficient railroads in the industry. We work continuously to improve the value of the safety, service, energy, and environmental benefits we provide to our customers and the communities we serve. You can learn more about BNSF at www.BNSF.com.

About GMXT
GMXT (BMV: GMXT) is the leading ground transportation company in Mexico with the best coverage and connectivity. GMXT covers 24 states of Mexico, almost 90% of the country's GDP, and a significant presence in Florida and Texas. GMXT’s network has an unrivaled seamless integration with the rest of North America through 6 interchange points along the US-Mexico border. More information about GMXT is available at https://gmxt.mx/.