Sheinbaum and the Industrial Parks Goal: Outstanding Achievement in Perspective!
Aguascalientes.- The President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, has committed to building 100 industrial parks during her term, and it seems this goal will be exceeded. Jorge Avalos Carpinteyro, president of the Mexican Association of Private Industrial Parks (AMPIP), announced that 92 industrial parks have already been identified, and they all have the necessary permits to begin construction.
"Of course, each one progresses at its own pace, which aligns quite well with the plan she presented. We are convinced that in the next six years we could achieve even more than our initial target of reaching 128 parks," he mentioned during the 30th Mexican Foreign Trade Congress organized by the Mexican Council of Foreign Trade (Comce). He recalled that just over two months ago, discussions began with the president’s team, and they identified 72 parks; since then, they have added 20 more. "This reflects the enthusiasm we have as developers to keep investing in Mexico," detailed the AMPIP leader. The association’s projection anticipates constructing 128 industrial parks in this term with an investment of $9 billion and covering 21 million square meters. However, this investment could double if better conditions are created, such as increased availability of energy and water. This year, AMPIP members estimate investing around $4 billion. "It’s great news that the government, through the Ministry of Economy, is providing us information indicating that they are truly committed to promoting more generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. Additionally, it's crucial to address the water issue. If we achieve those conditions, I’m certain that investment can double," Avalos Carpinteyro added. He clarified that the investment in industrial parks is not linked to Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) since it comes from Mexican companies. However, these spaces are key for companies to carry out their manufacturing activities, potentially generating up to 350,000 jobs.
It’s encouraging to see how industrial infrastructure is developing in Mexico, as this will not only stimulate economic growth but also open doors for job creation and opportunities for local entrepreneurs. With a focus on sustainability, it’s essential to continue promoting investment in energy and water resources to ensure balanced and long-term growth.
