Ferrocarril y Terminal del Valle de México

Company History: FTVM was established in 1998 as another step in the privatization of Mexico’s government owned railroads. FTVM plays the role of neutral switching and terminal carrier for the greater Mexico City area. The trunk lines serving the city, Ferromex, Ferrosur and Kansas City Southern de Mexico split ownership of the line. FTVM operates 512 miles of track. At last check, the locomotive fleet included nine SW1504’s, nine B23-7’s, three GP38-2’s, six MP15AC’s and five C30-7’s.

Brief History: Mexico is a country between the U.S. and Central America that's known for its Pacific and Gulf of Mexico beaches and its diverse landscape of mountains, deserts and jungles. Ancient ruins such as Teotihuacán and the Mayan city of Chichén Itzá are scattered throughout the country, as are Spanish colonial-era towns. In capital Mexico City, upscale shops, renowned museums and gourmet restaurants cater to modern life.