Posts by John Rippee
Four Benefits of the United States Mexico Free Trade Agreement (USMCA)
The recently negotiated agreement that replaces the NAFTA includes chapters dealing with digital commerce, customs regulations, and labor relations that can benefit both workers and consumers. After a year and a half of talks, the United States, Mexico, and Canada have reached an agreement on trade and commercial matters. What was once called the NAFTA […]
The First Consortium of Additive Manufacturing in Mexico is Born in Queretaro
Additive Manufacturing in Mexico gains in popularity A consortium for additive manufacturing in Mexico, also known as 3-D printing, has been formed with a capital investment of US $13.5 million in the South-Central state of Queretaro. This marks the first time that Mexican manufacturers will have access to machines that will allow them to perform […]
Offshoring vs Outsourcing
When discussing the topic of Offshoring vs Outsourcing, the first thing that must be taken into consideration is that they represent two different means of conducting business. Outsourcing and Offshoring Defined Offshoring takes place when a company moves some or all of its activities to a foreign country. Such a move is usually undertaken for the […]
The US Strains Commercial Relations with Mexico by Imposing Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum
On May 31, 2018, US Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross announced the levying of a 25% tariff on steel imported from Mexico, Canada, and the European Union, as well as a 10% tax on aluminum imports from the same countries. This move strains commercial relations with Mexico, as well as with other major trading partners. […]
Chinese assembler BAIC Group will invest US $2 billion in its first manufacturing plant in Mexico
The Beijing Automotive Industry Company (BAIC) plans to open a manufacturing plant in Mexico in the near future to avoid paying the 21% tariff that is currently levied on product that is imported. The directors of the Chinese company BAIC are preparing to make a public announcement regarding a future investment of at least US […]
Former Military Commanders Endorse the NAFTA
Former commanders of the U.S. Northern and Southern Commands endorse continued participation in the NAFTA by citing the importance of the agreement to the nation’s national security. Read the text of the message below: The Honorable Donald J. Trump The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20500 Letter to President Trump on NAFTA […]
Tecma Group of Companies offers Mexico supply chain management
John Rippee was interviewed by SUPPLY Chain World magazine about Mexico Supply Chain Management. It is an excellent article and a congratulations to John for helping with this contribution to NEWS ITEMS on https://www.tecma.com. Many international manufacturers look to Mexico as a place to produce their goods for many reasons. The country’s proximity to the […]
Opening a Business in Mexico
There are many parties to interact with when opening a business in Mexico When opening a business in Mexico there are certain requirements and legal procedures that must be complied with. This article briefly points out some of the governmental authorities that are involved in the process of business start-up. When considering this information, it […]
American Manufacturing Actually Growing
In spite of the negative rhetoric about goods no longer being made in America, the surprising reality is that American manufacturing is actually quite strong and continuing to grow. It’s true that not as many workers are employed in the manufacturing sector as once were, but this is only part of the story. An example […]
Mexican Economy Remains Strong In Spite of Depressed Oil
The Mexican economy has always depended to a large part on oil prices, which recently took a dive. Yet, in spite of this and other negative factors impacting Mexico’s economy, the Latin American country is well prepared to weather the storm. Factors Negatively Impacting the Mexican Economy Numerous factors are currently impacting the Mexican economy […]
Manufacturing in Durango, Mexico
Manufacturing companies from the US, China, and all over the world are establishing business operations in Durango, Mexico in increasing numbers. This newly discovered city is now being revealed as Mexico’s best kept secret. Economic Climate in Durango, Mexico One of the largest states in Mexico (approximately the size of the US state of Mississippi), […]
Immex maquiladoras seek to achieve thirty minute crossing times
Moving commercial shipments faster in both directions is key to improving IMMEX maquiladora economic performance A new initiative. In early May, IMMEX maquiladoras and US and Mexican Customs initiated a pilot program for the purpose of identifying areas in which improvements can be made to speed up the crossing of merchandise back and forth across […]
Samsung Importing From Mexico via Miami Water Route
Circumnavigating the land border between Mexico and the US entirely, Samsung is importing from Mexico into the US via an all-water liner service. This move is now saving nearly half the transit time, as well as reducing costs substantially. All-Water Route Rather than continue to focus on shortening wait times and inspection processes related to […]
Both state and local entities team up to promote the medical device manufacturing sector in Tijuana and Baja California
Public and private business promotion groups are cognizant of the benefits of dedicating resources aimed at expanding the already well-developed medical device manufacturing sector in Tijuana and Baja California. Working together Recently three organizations that form “Team Med,” coordinated their efforts to field a strong presence at one of the most prestigious and widely-attended medical […]
Experts advise that oil refinery capacity in Mexico be increased
Experts at the upcoming Energy Mexico Forum 2016, are expected to offer the opinion that the nation should not only expand the physical infrastructure required to increase the quantity of oil that is refined domestically, but should also better train its labor in an effort to increase oil refinery capacity in Mexico in a more […]
Mexican deep-water oil blocks to be auctioned in 2016
With 2016 on the horizon, Mexico has announced that the 4th auction in a series initiated by the 2013 energy reform will take place late next year. This round will include ten Mexican deep-water blocks worth an estimated $44 billion USD. Then & Now For three quarters of a century, Mexico’s energy industry was under […]
Cheap US energy is benefiting Mexican manufacturing
Mexico’s economy stands to gain from lower costs from importing natural gas from north of its border. Cheap US energy is benefiting Mexican manufacturing particularly, which depends heavily on energy cost efficiency for assuring its profitability and competitiveness. Impact of cheap US energy prices is benefiting Mexican manufacturing sector and increasing its competiveness In February, […]
Mazatlan poised to play role as major Mexican automotive logistics hub
After a five year hiatus in activity, Mexico’s southwestern port of Mazatlan is ready to assume the role as a major Mexican automotive logistics hub for Asian automotive OEM, Nissan and others. Last week, for the first time in a half a decade, the Port of Mazatlan participated in the international trade in passenger vehicles. […]
CBP implements the Reimbursable Services Program at the Santa Teresa Port of Entry
US Customs and Border Protection expands the scope of its public-private partnership activities. One of the principal mandates of the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Service is to facilitate trade flowing into and out of the United States. Trend data supports the assertion that each year the volume of goods entering and exiting the country […]
Mexican air freight takes off
Expanded trade relationships and a growing industrial base serve as a catalyst for Mexican air freight growth. One of Mexico’s major newspapers, El Financiero, recently reported that for the first time in three years the following five Mexican air freight carriers have transported more international cargo to and from Mexico than their US counterparts: Aeroméxico AeroUnion […]