
Nearshoring in Baja California: A Guide for US Companies
Everything you need to know about setting up operations in Mexico's manufacturing hub.

Everything you need to know about setting up operations in Mexico's manufacturing hub.

Analyze the total landed cost benefits of manufacturing in Baja California versus traditional Asian hubs.

Understanding the shelter model: the fastest, lowest-risk way to start manufacturing in Mexico.
A deep dive into the top industrial zones: Otay, El Florido, and Pacifico.
Why 2025 is the most critical year for industrial expansion and the upcoming 2026 USMCA review.

Learn how US manufacturers use the Mexican shelter model to rapidly bypass red tape, slash costs by 40%, and launch operations in Baja California within 90 days.

Section 301 tariffs added 25–100% to Chinese imports. Manufacturers moving to Baja California pay 0% under USMCA — and can be operational in 90 days. Here's the complete playbook.
Learn the key differences between maquiladora and shelter services in Mexico. Compare costs, liability, setup time, and which model is right for your operation.
Discover why Mexico beats Vietnam, India, and Southeast Asia for China Plus One manufacturing. USMCA benefits, cost data, and city-by-city comparison for 2026.
Tijuana hosts 1,200+ medical device companies — the world's second largest cluster. Learn about FDA-compliant manufacturing, ISO 13485, labor costs, and how to start.
Querétaro hosts Bombardier, Airbus, and GE Aviation. Learn about AS9100, NADCAP certification, labor costs, and how to set up aerospace manufacturing in Mexico.
Learn the key differences between maquiladora and shelter services in Mexico. Compare costs, liability, setup time, and which model is right for your operation.
Discover why Mexico beats Vietnam, India, and Southeast Asia for China Plus One manufacturing. USMCA benefits, cost data, and city-by-city comparison for 2026.
Tijuana hosts 1,200+ medical device companies — the world's second largest cluster. Learn about FDA-compliant manufacturing, ISO 13485, labor costs, and how to start.
Querétaro hosts Bombardier, Airbus, and GE Aviation. Learn about AS9100, NADCAP certification, labor costs, and how to set up aerospace manufacturing in Mexico.

A step-by-step guide for US companies launching manufacturing operations in Mexico in 2026 — covering shelter services, IMMEX permits, site selection, labor costs, and USMCA compliance.