Illegal Yacht Rentals Surge in Cancun, Up to 40 Per Day Detected in Marine Park
Up to 40 unlicensed yachts are rented daily in Cancun's marine park, prompting fines starting at 50,000 pesos.
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Tren Maya Clarifies It Will Not Brew Beer, Only Licensed a Thematic Brand
Tren Maya says it won't produce beer; it licensed a Yucatecan brewery to make and sell a thematic craft beer.
Mexico Adjusts Port Service and Infrastructure Fees Across Multiple Ports
Mexico's Navy announces updated port service and infrastructure fees for ports in Quintana Roo, Sonora, and Jalisco.
Mexico Seeks Deal With Vulcan Materials to End International Arbitration
Mexico proposes allowing Vulcan Materials to extract stone at a new site and use Punta Venado port for other purposes.
Business Owners and Residents Allege Irregularities in Tulum Business Licenses
A citizens' group in Tulum has filed a complaint alleging administrative obstacles and irregularities in the issuance of business licenses.
Over 70% of Water Purification Plants Sell Contaminated Water, IPN Study Finds
IPN researchers found over 70% of Mexico's water purification plants sell contaminated water due to poor cleaning and storage.
Mexico Cracks Down on Illegal Logging in Quintana Roo With New Land Registry Agreement
Profepa will freeze agrarian rights of properties linked to illegal deforestation, targeting ejidos in central and southern Quintana Roo.
Small Hotels in Playa del Carmen Face Worst Season in Years
Small hotels in Playa del Carmen report occupancy below 30% due to sargasso seaweed and negative perception.
Mexican Navy Seizes 250 Kilos of Sea Cucumber in Yucatan Chase, Three Arrested
Mexican Navy and fisheries officials seized 250 kg of sea cucumber and arrested three after a boat chase off Dzilam…
New Cash Transaction Rules Take Effect in Mexico Starting July 1
Starting July 1, 2026, cash transactions of 140,000 pesos or more in Mexico will require valid ID at banks.