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November 4, 2025 | I-Connect007 Editorial TeamEstimated reading time: Less than a minute
Mexico isn’t just part of the electronics manufacturing conversation—it’s leading it. From growing investments to cross-border collaborations, Mexico is fast becoming the center of electronics in North America.
Consider:
- Mexico now ranks among the top 5 global manufacturing hubs
- Mexico recently completed an alternative shipping port to rival the Panama Canal
In this issue, we uncover why Mexico is earning global recognition. From top-ranked manufacturing capabilities to expanding partnerships that reach far beyond the U.S., we partnered with Global Electronics Association Mexico to explore trends, data, and success stories shaping Mexico’s role in the electronics landscape.
Explore these stories and more in our November 2025 issue of SMT007 Magazine to see why Mexico’s rise matters to your business. This issue includes bilingual content, with all feature articles available in both English and Spanish.
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