Through a comprehensive strategy that combines industrial vision, international alliances and logistical advantages, the Torreón Economic Development Directorate, together with the Government of the State of Coahuila, promotes the integration of the Lagoon to the semiconductor value chain and the creation of an industry 4.0 industry ecosystem.
With the conviction that semiconductors are the heart of the digital revolution and key piece in sectors such as electric vehicles, artificial intelligence, 5G networks and industrial automation, Torreón is ready and determined to be protagonist in this strategic sector. For this, the Directorate of Economic Development, in close coordination with the Ministry of Economy of Coahuila, has undertaken various actions that consolidate the route to the technological transformation of the region.
Among the most relevant steps is the elaboration of a business case (Business Case) of Torreón, designed together with the State Government, which rigorously analyzes the potential of the city in the semiconductor industry, especially in the Assembly supply segment, Testing, and Packaging (ATP), a key stage to diversify manufacturing and strengthen supply chains in North America.
As part of this global vision, Antonio Hernández, director of Economic Development of Torreón, participated in the Binational Semiconductor Forum held in Phoenix, Arizona, historical event that brought together authorities, industrial and academic leaders of Mexico and the United States. This presence not only allowed to make Torreón visible as a future technological node, but to establish strategic dialogues for future alliances and projects.
“Our participation in the Binational Semiconductor Forum in Phoenix was key to placing Torreón in the radar of the North American technology industry. We not only went to hear and learn, but to present the capabilities of our region and to hold bridges that open doors to investments, academic alliances and new opportunities for our people,” said the municipal official.
In addition, the Economic Development Directorate advances in efforts to formalize collaboration agreements with the State University of Arizona (ASS), with the purpose of generating academic and technological programs that strengthen local talent and attract innovation projects to the region.
Another key initiative is the negotiation to open a direct air route between Torreón and Phoenix, which facilitates the indispensable logistics, business and academic connectivity to consolidate the participation of the city in the technological ecosystem of North America.
Within these same efforts, the Plan México and Regional Development dialogue was recently carried out in Torreón, with the participation of Altagracia Gómez Sierra, coordinator of the Regional Economic and Relocation Development Advisory Council (Cader), Luis Eduardo Olivares, Secretary of Economics of Coahuila, and Antonio Hernández, director of Economic Development of Torreón.
These actions find support in the solid competitive advantages offered
● High quality and availability industrial lodging, with modern industrial parks, spaces equipped for technological industries and the expansion capacity demanded by the growth of the sector.
● Qualified, technical and engineering human talent, thanks to universities and technological centers that teach careers linked to electronic engineering, mechatronics, automation, robotics and artificial intelligence. The region has graduates prepared to integrate into high specialization processes.
● Privileged strategic location, in the heart of the north of the country, with rapid access to key markets from the United States and Canada thanks to its proximity to the main road, railway and customs routes.
● Consolidated logistics infrastructure, which includes modern road networks, rail transport, proximity to sea ports and an international airport with the capacity to grow in business routes.
● Availability of energy and water, critical elements for high -tech industries. The region has renewable energy projects and planned water sources to guarantee industrial sustainability.
● Security and legal certainty, with levels of social peace and business climate higher than the national average, which generate confidence between investors and global companies.
● Pro-negocios and active business ecosystem, with business chambers, promotion agencies, industrial clusters and authorities committed to expediting procedures and facilitating the installation of new projects.
In this regard, Antonio Hernández comments that “Torreón has what is needed to be part of the technological revolution: qualified talent, first level infrastructure, strategic location and a safe and pro-negocios environment. We are ready to receive the semiconductor industry and become a key node of industry 4.0 in Mexico.”
Torreón has begun to write his name in the history of the technological revolution. The commitment to semiconductors is not only an economic strategy, but a vision of the future to position the city and the lagoon as key actors in the new industrial and technological order of the 21st century.
