2026 Port Laredo Global Trade Summit

  • JULY 12, 2026
  • 12:00 PM - 12:00 PM CT
Laredo ISD Performing Arts Center

July 12–14, 2026 | Laredo, Texas

The Port Laredo Global Trade Summit 2026 brings together leaders from across North America to shape the future of international trade, logistics, and cross-border innovation.

Hosted in the nation’s #1 inland port, the summit will convene executives, policymakers, logistics innovators, customs professionals, and economic development leaders from the United States, Mexico, and beyond.

Over two days, participants will explore the infrastructure, technology, and partnerships that move billions in global commerce through Port Laredo every year.

The Summit is designed to position Laredo as a premier convening hub for global trade dialogue and investment.

Format

Keynote presentations
Executive panels
Binational policy discussions
Industry certification workshops
Networking receptions
Frontera Fuerte Expo Hall

Key Themes

The Summit focuses on the forces shaping the future of North American trade.

Logistics & Infrastructure
Modern supply chains, multimodal corridors, and nearshoring logistics.

Trade Policy & Customs
Dialogue between U.S. and Mexican authorities on trade facilitation.

Technology & Innovation
Automation, AI logistics platforms, and digital supply chains.

Investment & Economic Development
Industrial growth, cross-border partnerships, and infrastructure financing.

Workforce & Education
Developing the next generation of trade professionals.

Port Laredo Global Trade Summit 2026

Join leaders from across North America for two days of dialogue, innovation, and collaboration shaping the future of international trade.

Hosted in the nation’s #1 inland port, the Port Laredo Global Trade Summit will bring together logistics executives, policymakers, customs professionals, and investors to explore the infrastructure, technology, and partnerships driving cross-border commerce.

July 12–14, 2026

LISD Performing Arts Center
Laredo, Texas

The Summit will feature:

Global trade keynote speakers
Binational policy discussions
Industry panels and certification workshops
The Frontera Fuerte Expo showcasing logistics and trade solutions
Executive networking events and receptions

Organizations may also participate as exhibitors or sponsors, gaining visibility among decision-makers shaping the future of North American supply chains.

Learn more at:
portlaredo.com/tradesummit

Event Contact
Felipe Romero
Port Laredo – City of Laredo
Email: portlaredo@ci.laredo.tx.us
Phone: 956-324-2835

For sponsorship and exhibitor inquiries, please contact the Port Laredo team.