Despite the problems arising from the contraction of the world economy caused by the spread of the COVID–19 pandemic, companies in the automotive supply sector will have the opportunity to increase their level of auto parts manufacturing in Mexico over the coming years. This will occur in the face of the regional content requirements contained […]

Mexico’s Ministry of the Economy is seeking to coordinate with leaders industry sectors to form working groups to plan for the imminent reopening of the Mexican economy. Recognizing the necessity and value of harmonizing and coordinating the operation of its diverse industrial supply chains, the Mexican Ministry of the Economy has called upon various industry […]

Substituting distant suppliers with those that are closer to home will create a strong Mexican supply chain that reduces the risk posed by pandemics and other global economic disruptions Logistics can become a major competitive advantage by reducing risks and costs, increasing revenue, and providing better and more consistent service to customers.  Finding the balance […]

If the current growth trend continues, Mexico automotive manufacturing will soon outperform Japan as the leading vehicle supplier to the United States. For the first time in history, Mexico automotive manufacturing has moved past Canada in terms of the number and value of light vehicles exported to the US market.  The United States imports eight […]

The Baja California Medical Device Cluster continues to grow  It is one of the most developed and productive sectors of the state’s burgeoning manufacturing economy.  In terms of volume, the Baja California Medical Device Cluster ranks number 7th globally in the quantity of its output. One of the principal reasons why the medical device industry […]

Automotive wiring will be produced more extensively because of its importance in the growing manufacture of electric vehicles.  This means that wire harness manufacturing in Mexico will expand and extend from Ciudad Juarez to Merida. Over the last several decades, Mexico has become a global leader in harness manufacturing (automotive electrical wiring systems).  Production of […]

Industry watchers project that, during the coming year, the Mexican aerospace sector will break into the top ten in the world in terms of sales of parts to the global industry. Reaching this landmark is concrete evidence that Mexico’s workforce of engineers and specialized technicians is among the best available in the world. According to […]

What is a freight forwarder? A freight forwarder in Mexico, or an international freight agent, is a business that works on behalf of exporters and importers to organize the shipment or transport of goods in a cost-effective, reliable, and efficient manner.  The freight forwarder is a key actor in international trade operations, as it is […]

Manufacturing in Mexico is the right move to make to positively impact a company’s bottom-line when some common errors are avoided. A successful company that is manufacturing in Mexico is one that has efficient processes, effective quality systems, trained and productive personnel, reduced cycle times, controlled costs, as well as uses its material resources in […]

From the ever-present Volkswagen Beetle making its way through the streets of Mexico City to the latest BMW models coming off the assembly line, the automotive industry has long been a key component of the Mexican economy.  In 2015, it accounted for 18% of the country’s manufacturing gross domestic product (GDP) and generated economic activity […]