RioPlex takes South Texas, Northern Tamaulipas investment pitch to Mexico City
Regional leaders will meet with international business and government representatives to attract new investment, particularly in advanced manufacturing.... Read more »
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Volvo’s truck deal in Mexico is driving millions in new investment at Matamoros plant
Core Molding is adding two 4,500-ton presses in Matamoros to produce 1,000 Volvo truck roofs per week starting in 2027.... Read more »
More industrial space sits empty in Reynosa as vacancy hits 10-year high, but developers keep building
Developers continue expanding industrial capacity, arguing tariffs and USMCA uncertainty have delayed — not derailed — future investment.... Read more »
Reynosa and Matamoros emerge as Tamaulipas’ population engines
Reynosa and Matamoros now account for more than one-third of Tamaulipas’ population, fueled by manufacturing, logistics, and cross-border trade.... Read more »
For manufacturers eyeing Reynosa, power has become the dealmaker
Industrial developers say manufacturers now ask about electrical capacity before labor or logistics as automation and nearshoring increase energy demand... Read more »
Why the USMCA review may not end in 2026
A trade specialist warns that failure to extend the agreement could trigger annual reviews, prolonging uncertainty for manufacturers and investors... Read more »
Manufacturing delivers biggest economic payoff for South Texas, new study finds
COSTEP's study argues manufacturing creates far more jobs and economic activity than warehousing or retail, while highlighting the role all... Read more »
Mexico’s economy isn’t just slowing — it’s losing its ability to grow
A Mexican bank focused on trade and investment, says the country is growing, but not adding the new factories and... Read more »
Reynosa wants its supply chain closer to home
Companies are shifting toward local suppliers to manage rising costs, avoid global disruptions, and keep more business in Reynosa.... Read more »
Tamaulipas announces $221M in new investment, factory expansions
State officials and industry leaders say $221M in new investment, factory expansions, and strong border trade show nearshoring is translating... Read more »
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