In a significant development for Nuevo León, Governor Samuel García announced the arrival of US $600 million in investment aimed at enhancing industrial infrastructure, particularly data centers. This investment, secured during his recent trip to New York, is expected to directly impact the economy and job market in the state, as the funds will target projects in Apodaca and Pesquería, areas already witnessing growth in technology and manufacturing facilities. The governor highlighted that this new capital contributes to a total of $136.6 billion in foreign investment in Nuevo León for 2026, with expectations to reach $140 billion by the year’s end.
García emphasized that Nuevo León’s appeal to investors stems from its robust infrastructure, reliable energy and water supplies, and the presence of industrial parks, alongside the tax advantages offered by the Colombia Customs Office. He expressed optimism about the future, noting upcoming industrial facilities from major companies such as Volvo, Bobcat, Unilever, and LEGO, which are positioning Nuevo León as a hub for multinational enterprises’ largest production facilities worldwide.
However, while the state celebrates this investment surge, challenges persist on a national level regarding energy infrastructure. The power grid limitations affecting areas like Querétaro raise concerns, especially as these regions attract numerous multimillion-dollar data center projects from major tech companies. Despite recent additions to power infrastructure, Querétaro continues to experience power outages, which pose risks to its industrial development.
Research from the Mexican Institute for Competitiveness (IMCO) highlights the need to address these energy grid deficiencies to facilitate further growth in the data center sector. As Nuevo León forges ahead with new investments, the interplay between infrastructure and energy supply remains a critical issue for the future of industrial growth across Mexico.