Aerospace Cluster Launches Course for Automotive Companies on Diversification

Recently, automotive companies have shown an interest in diversifying into the aerospace market.

This interest was observed at the Querétaro Aerocluster, which, according to the cluster’s executive director, Nancy Casares González, has welcomed nearly 46 automotive companies over the past year and a half seeking information on how to become part of the aerospace industry or to explore business opportunities.

“There are companies that have been reaching out to us over the past year—a growing number of them—and they want to learn more about the sector. Obviously, there’s always uncertainty about how long it will take, what the return on investment will be, and so on. (…) I think that given the current situation facing the automotive industry, the aerospace industry is here to provide support as well,” she said.

The automotive industry plays a significant role in the development of auto parts in Querétaro; however, it has gone through a period of uncertainty due to U.S. tariff policies and the restructuring of supply chains.

As a consequence, the Cluster and the Supply Chain Commission of uministro launched the first edition of the certificate program on Competitiveness in the Aviation Supply Chain, which focuses on developing key skills to meet the sector’s requirements, as well as strengthening the network of contacts and business opportunities.

This initiative is aimed at companies that are interested in learning about the aerospace ecosystem, as well as those looking to transition into or diversify within the sector.

“Now, it’s not just for companies within the sector that want to become more professional, but also for those in the automotive industry or other sectors that want to make the transition in a more informed way,” said Casares González.

The program aims to provide an overview of specialized regulations, certification processes, pricing, and foreign trade, among other topics.
“We have this overview of what’s required in the sector. So, it’s not just about the need for the product itself, but also the type of supplier that’s required. They ask us to understand regulations, to understand aviation culture, and to understand foreign trade. (…) We can’t tailor a program specifically for each company, but we can bring together everything important that they need to know,” she said.