Sonora Attracts French Aerospace Firms

The aerospace sector represents the largest presence of French companies in Sonora, with Latecoere México leading the industry. The company operates a plant in the state and provides employment opportunities, said Matthieu Hubert Marie Couret, Honorary Consul of France in Hermosillo.

The diplomat noted that although French companies do not yet have a significant presence in the state, there are opportunities to strengthen trade ties and attract new investment, particularly given Sonora’s strategic location and proximity to the United States.

“Currently, there aren’t many French companies in Sonora; the sector that stands out the most is engineering, particularly aerospace. In Toulouse, in southern France, we have a significant aerospace engineering sector, while Sonora represents a strategic location for this industry,” the consul emphasized.

Couret explained that there is already some collaboration between both regions through the exchange of engineers, who travel between France and Sonora to carry out activities related to the industry.

Companies with a presence in the state include Latecoere México, identified as a major employer, as well as other smaller firms operating in various cities across Sonora.

The consul expressed confidence that the French community will continue to establish a presence in the state and invited those unfamiliar with the region to visit and discover its unique characteristics.