Mexico

Nuevo León’s government, private sector and universities are working to build up the state’s reputation as one of Mexico’s leading centres for innovation. The transition towards Industry 4.0 is in its initial stages, but many sector players in Nuevo León see the potential for success. “Mexico has the foundations to be a world leader in...

One of Nuevo León’s greatest assets is its universities, which are helping to develop a well-educated workforce. The state’s universities play a big role in helping foster collaboration between government agencies, industrial clusters and private companies, as well as helping to prepare the next generation of technical professionals. “...

With an eye on the long-term trends towards automation in manufacturing, Nuevo León’s government is looking to take on a leading role within Mexico to develop and adapt the state’s industrial sector, and to increase productivity and competitiveness, by shifting its focus towards research and development (R&D), innovation and higher value-...

Nuevo León’s success in metal manufacturing began in the 19th century. Compañía Fundidora de Fierro y Acero built Latin America’s first foundry in Monterrey in 1903. After World War II the manufacturing sector, spearheaded by local metal producers such as Frisa and Deacero, as well as auto parts suppliers like Grupo Alfa, began laying a robust...

Mexico receives 1.49trn cu metres of rainwater a year, 67% of which falls between June and September. Its geography in terms of hydrology can be divided roughly into two regions – north and south – based on their distinctive socio-economic and environmental characteristics. The south tends to be more rural, with plentiful rainfall. The north,...