Mexico Takes Full Control of Vital Commuter Rail Line

Mexico's government announced it has secured full ownership of the Tren Suburbano, a key commuter rail line connecting Mexico City with its suburbs. The deal, costing nearly 6 billion pesos, was finalized with Spanish rail operator CAF and Mexican company Omnitren. This acquisition, confirmed by Banobras director Jorge Mendoza, gives the government 100% control over the railway asset.

Previously, the Tren Suburbano was owned by CAF (43.3%), FONADIN (49%), and Omnitren (7.7%). The rail line has been operational since 2008, featuring seven stations connecting the northern parts of Mexico City with the State of Mexico. A new line will soon extend this connection to the Felipe Angeles International Airport, inaugurated this Sunday, with future plans to reach Pachuca.

The total deal amount is 5,999,230,000 Mexican pesos. According to official reports, the train line served 45.1 million people in 2025, indicating its significance to the region's transport infrastructure.