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McAllen manager says Anzaldua bridge, freight certification will cut cross‑border transit times and boost industrial demand
Summary
City Manager Ike Tewell said the Anzaldua International Bridge is nearing operational readiness and will be CTPAT/FAST certified, reducing truck crossing times and improving the region’s appeal for warehousing and logistics.
McAllen City Manager Ike Tewell told the chamber that the Anzaldua International Bridge is moving toward full operational readiness and will operate with CTPAT/FAST certification, which the city expects will speed cargo crossings and spur industrial and warehousing demand.
Tewell described how certification and streamlined inspections will reduce delays for Mexican‑origin trucks and said the bridge’s logistics advantages will shorten travel…
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