Our Investments in Startups
- Aircraft Factory.
Investment in aircraft manufacturing plants is experiencing a significant boom, driven by both the need to increase production of commercial aircraft and the development of more efficient technologies. Mexico is consolidating its position as a key hub in the Americas, while Safran, GE Aerospace, and Airbus are leading investments globally.
Notable Investments in the Aerospace Sector (2024-2026):
- 1. Mexico - Investment Epicenter:
- ......o Horizontec: Inaugurated a manufacturing and assembly plant in Celaya, Guanajuato, with a $10 million investment for the production of the Halcón 2 light aircraft.
- ......o GE Aerospace: Reaffirmed its commitment to Mexico with a 550 million peso (MXN) investment in 2025 to strengthen its plants in Hermosillo and Saltillo, focused on the production of components for next-generation engines.
- ......o Safran: The French company expanded its plant in Chihuahua with a $50 million investment, increasing the production of engine components by 40%.
- ......o Airbus: Invests in Querétaro to expand its component production, generating approximately 800 direct jobs. indirect.
- ......o Perspective: Mexico ranks among the top five countries with the highest foreign investment in aerospace, with annual growth of 15% in the sector over the last decade.
- 2. Global Investments:
- ......o Safran: Invests €450 million in a new production plant in France.
- ......o GE Aerospace: Announced a global investment of nearly $1 billion by 2025 for manufacturing and innovation.
- ......o ITP Aero: Will invest €110 million to strengthen its operations in the Basque Country, Spain, focusing on creating 800 jobs.
- ......o Pilatus Aircraft: Invests more than €75 million in its new luxury jet plant in Seville, Spain.
- Key Trends:
- ......o Production Increase: Airbus aims to increase its production by 7% to reach its target of 820 aircraft deliveries.
- ......o Focus on Engines and Materials: Investment is concentrated on the manufacture of high-tech engine components and the use of composite materials such as carbon fiber.
- ......o MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations): The MRO market represents a significant opportunity, with projected substantial growth in the medium term.