The aerospace industry in Mexico will have greater growth in the coming years, particularly the regional supply chain, since it has proven to be one of the most dynamic sectors due to the nearshoring phenomenon.

At the beginning of 2023, the National Statistical Directory of Economic Units indicated that during 2022 more than 132 economic units were registered that generate close to 5.51 trillion Mexican pesos, with an increase of 18 percent.

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The demand for air transport equipment, maintenance, parts for its operation or logistics within the sector will require regional suppliers not only to speed up their production, but also to guarantee in a timely manner the supplies demanded by the leading Mexican industry in the manufacture of parts. rubber for manufacturing.

According to Data México, from January to September 2022, the foreign direct investment (FDI) index corresponding to the manufacture of aerospace equipment was 198 million dollars, showing growth of more than 200% compared to the previous year, since in 2021 registered 46.2 million dollars in FDI from the sector.

The states with the greatest participation in this sector are Querétaro, Baja California, Chihuahua y Nuevo León; It is estimated that there are more than 300 companies dedicated to the aerospace industry, 80% are manufacturing and the remaining 20% are maintenance, design, engineering and operations services.

As part of the demand that arises from the growth of the industry, there are from specialized suppliers to companies that offer microparts, as is the case with the plastics and rubber industry.

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The supply chain must have certifications and seals that guarantee their production, especially with equipment that is handled in aerial terrain, since they must have a high threshold of resistance under stresses and extreme temperatures.

The growth of the aerospace industry in Mexico is an opportunity for manufacturing SMEs to join the nearshoring wave, in addition to providing significant opportunities for Mexican companies in the aerospace sector.

Through strategic associations, the supply chain can access new technologies, specialized knowledge and industry best practices to strengthen local manufacturing and consolidate its participation in an industry that is experiencing its greatest period of expansion.

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