Transforming Public Transport Through Technology

Regina is the founder and CEO of Muevetex, a groundbreaking startup that transforms Mexico's chaotic informal transport systems into accessible, people-centered networks through data and technology. What began as Regina's personal effort to solve the daily mobility challenges and safety risks she faced evolved into a powerful movement.

Regina Paredes - Muevetex | Toluca

The problem

In the Global South, 70% of the population relies on informal transport,yet these systems are undocumented. Without data, public transit is not just inefficient—it is practically unusable
Over 60% of Mexicans consider it unsafe to live in their city. Public transport is a primary site for robbery and assault, making daily mobility a source of constant anxiety rather than a tool for opportunity
When Muevetex started, even local authorities lacked official figures on the number of bus routes. You cannot improve or regulate what you cannot measur
For women, the cost of transit isn't just the fare; it’s the high risk of sexual violence. Without real-time data or safety alerts, women are forced to choose between their safety and their livelihood.

A Solution

By digitalizing 97% of the regional bus network, Muevetex built the only trip-planning app in the region and pioneered a "gender violence alerts" feature, ensuring that safe and dignified transit is not a luxury, but a basic right for over 60,000 users.

MUEVETEX IMPACT

97%

Muevetex successfully digitalized 97% of the public transport network across 31 municipalities in the State of Mexico

100,000+

USERS actively utilize the app monthly, with an average of four uses daily

AWARDS

Forbes 30 under 30

Forbes Mexico (25)
State of Mexico Youth Award

State of Mexico Youth Award in the Young Entrepreneurs Category 2025
Madrid Talent Bridges Ambassador

Madrid Innovation and Inter-american Development Bank (2024)
Unite Nations Local Pathways Fellow

United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network (2021)
Climate Youth Ambassador COP 26

Secretaria of Foreign Affairs(2021)
Best Social Enterprise

Azteca Foundation (2021
Active Citizen

Active Citizens | British Council (2021)

Transforming Public Transport Through Technology

Regina Paredes - Muevetex | Toluca

In the Global South, 70% of the population relies on informal transport,yet these systems are undocumented. Without data, public transit is not just inefficient—it is practically unusable

Over 60% of Mexicans consider it unsafe to live in their city. Public transport is a primary site for robbery and assault, making daily mobility a source of constant anxiety rather than a tool for opportunity

When Muevetex started, even local authorities lacked official figures on the number of bus routes. You cannot improve or regulate what you cannot measur

For women, the cost of transit isn't just the fare; it’s the high risk of sexual violence. Without real-time data or safety alerts, women are forced to choose between their safety and their livelihood.

A Solution

By digitalizing 97% of the regional bus network, Muevetex built the only trip-planning app in the region and pioneered a "gender violence alerts" feature, ensuring that safe and dignified transit is not a luxury, but a basic right for over 60,000 users.

MUEVETEX IMPACT

97%

Muevetex successfully digitalized 97% of the public transport network across 31 municipalities in the State of Mexico

100,000+

USERS actively utilize the app monthly, with an average of four uses daily

Forbes 30 under 30

State of Mexico Youth Award

Madrid Talent Bridges Ambassador

Unite Nations Local Pathways Fellow

Climate Youth Ambassador COP 26

Best Social Enterprise

Active Citizen

MAPPING THE PATH TO

SAFE URBAN MOBILITY