Deitac Forecasts Further Growth for the Aerospace Industry
The Tijuana Economic and Industrial Development Agency (Deitac) continues to focus on the growth of the region’s aerospace industry through the supply chain.
Gabriel Cabañas, vice president of the agency, addressed this topic during a promotional meeting, at which a report on recent activities was also presented. In addition, Deitac's participation in one of the aerospace industry's most important international events—held this time in London, England—was highlighted. It was emphasized that the event provided an opportunity to hold meetings with several prospective investors who are considering Mexico as a potential location to set up their businesses, even though no decision has been made yet.
It is emphasized that the state currently has 100 companies in the aerospace sector, which have created approximately 35,000 jobs.
“We want to retain these companies that are based in Baja California. We want to support companies like Safran, which have a significant presence in Mexico—and, let’s not mince words, in the state—with Safran Cabin plants in Tijuana and Mexicali, and follow up on their expansion plans. We want to work alongside them, support them through the government in all their expansion procedures, and ensure they continue to grow in Baja California,” said Cabañas.
It is also noted that during the event in London, meetings were held with some of the industry’s most renowned companies, with the aim of attracting new projects and promoting the supply chain.
The vice president of Deitac noted that executives from CETYS and UABC also participated in the event, given that talent is an increasingly important issue and universities must continue to strengthen the training of students seeking to enter the sector.
Finally, it was emphasized that both the supply chain and talent are essential for attracting foreign investment; therefore, since Deitac Tijuana has been working in partnership with the government and academia, it is expected that there will be more opportunities available in the border region.
