Mexico News Archives

September 25, 2019

What’s the Differences Between the Tariffs on China vs Mexico?

According to the US census, 34.8% of the United States’ imports in 2018 were from two countries: China and Mexico. Both countries are manufacturing hubs that can export goods at a reduced rate. And American businesses rely on partnerships with manufacturing plants in both countries to reduce labor, shipping, and infrastructure costs. Keeping these expenses […]

September 19, 2019

Mexico Environmental Regulations

Over the last decade, there’s been a renaissance taking place of manufacturing in Mexico. Changes in free trade agreements and regulations have created an extremely friendly business climate, providing benefits such as low-cost high-skilled workers, decreased shipping costs, and greater oversight—all of which resulted in an American manufacturing diaspora from China. Seeing this steady […]

December 12, 2016

What Are Maquiladoras?

This content was last updated on July 17, 2019. Maquiladora Definition A Maquiladora is a factory or manufacturing operation in Mexico run by a foreign company and exporting its products to the country of that company. These factories import certain raw materials on a duty-free and tariff-free basis for manufacturing and then export the manufactured […]

June 17, 2015

Mexico’s Trade Policy & Trade Agreements – UPDATED

This content was updated on June 29, 2020 for accuracy and relevancy. Mexico international trade is a complex and rapidly evolving issue. On June 5, 2018, the Mexican government responded to the United States tariffs on certain Mexican steel and aluminum by suspending the preferential tariff and raising the general import tax rate for a variety […]

July 24, 2014

Mexico Overtaking China as Global Industrial Power

For decades, China was known as the top location for cheap labor and cheap manufactured products, but things have changed in recent years, and many Chinese products no longer are cheap. But competition from Mexico manufacturing is proving good, affordable products are available much closer to the United States. Products coming in from China have […]

July 17, 2014

Union Pacific Is Seen Gaining Steam On Volume with Mexico Manufacturing

We are pleased to announce that our current foothold in Mexico is gaining traction as more companies choose to manufacture their products in Mexico. Mexican manufacturing is especially prevalent in cities like Mexicali, Tijuana, Juarez and Guanajuato. Union Pacific is now enjoying consistent demand for services out of these cities, and we anticipate that demand […]

March 19, 2014

UC San Diego Conference Identifies Mexico’s Strong Growth in Manufacturing

March 19th, 2014 – This year marks the 20th anniversary of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) between the United States, Mexico and Canada. The trilateral pact was signed by United States President Bill Clinton, Mexican President Carlos Salinas, and Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien, and implemented in January 1994. The agreement eliminated most […]

March 6, 2014

New Market Study Published: Consumer Electronics in Mexico

March 5th, 2014 — Manufacturers of Consumer Electronics are Moving to Mexico to Reduce Costs. In a move to reduce costs manufacturers are choosing to manufacture in Mexico over long time competitor China, as the ideal location to produce their consumer electronics. Consumer electronics, has shown strong growth in Mexico and will continue to expand, as […]

February 25, 2014

Border Set To Divide Opinion at US-Mexico Summit

February 25th, 2014 – On Wednesday, February 19, the leaders of the United States, Mexico, and Canada will meet to discuss international policy in North America. The summit is scheduled for the 20-year anniversary of the North American Free Trade Agreement, highlighting issues of trade relations between the three countries. Mexican president Pena Nieto is […]

February 20, 2014

Tijuana Is Showcased as Mexico´s Medical Device Hub

February 20th, 2014 – Tijuana, Mexico was showcased as Mexico’s medical device hub at MD&M West, the largest medical device event in the United States. Held in Anaheim, California February 10th – 13th, MD&M West featured suppliers of medical devices as well as products and educational opportunities related to the medical-device field. An increasing number […]

Mexico News