Mexico’s aerospace industry attracts the most foreign investment

Mexico ranks fifth in terms of foreign direct investment (FDI) in the aerospace sector and is the 12th largest exporter of components worldwide, according to the Mexican Aerospace Industry Federation (FEMIA).

With a market currently valued at US$11.2 billion, it is expected to reach US$22.7 billion by 2029, driven by annual growth of more than 15%.

At the end of the first half of 2024, there were 386 aerospace companies operating in 19 states, with 370 specialized plants generating more than 50,000 direct jobs and 190,000 indirect jobs, consolidating this industry as a pillar of Mexico's economic and technological development.

In this context, the Mexico Aerospace Fair (FAMEX) 2025 opened its doors from April 23 to 26 at Military Air Base No. 1 in Santa Lucía, State of Mexico.

This event, considered the most important of its kind in Latin America, brought together 337 companies, representatives from 48 countries, and 73 aircraft on display, including iconic models such as the US Air Force's F-35 aircraft and the Spanish Air Force's Airbus A400M.

In addition, 20 friendly air forces, 12 national and international universities, and diplomats from 40 nations participated.

As part of Plan Mexico, FAMEX seeks to position the country as a global benchmark in manufacturing, technological innovation, and sustainability in the aerospace sector.

The director of the Fair Committee, Disraeli Gómez Herrera, highlighted that this comprehensive effort not only promotes trade and foreign investment but also fosters the creation of highly skilled jobs.

During the three days of the event, conferences and business meetings will be held to strengthen international cooperation in areas such as artificial intelligence, sustainability in aviation, and autonomous systems, including drones.