Mexico Grows as Aerospace Hub Despite Tariff Challenges Jergens

Mexico is emerging as a key  hub for the aerospace industry, fueled by growing foreign investment and the presence of major original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), according to Spencer Wills, Managing Director for Europe at Jergens, a US-based aerospace component manufacturer.

“It is increasingly clear that Mexico is consolidating its position as a central player in the aerospace market,” Wills said during a virtual seminar organized by the Mexican Aerospace Industry Federation (FEMIA).

He cited a conversation with a Toulouse-based consultant connected to Airbus, noting that Mexico represents a significant growth region. “All major OEMs already have production facilities in Mexico. This trend is continuing, and from my experience working with multinational companies, Mexico is becoming a very important region for aerospace,” he explained.

Luis Lizcano, FEMIA’s CEO, highlighted that Mexico ranks tenth globally in aerospace and continues to attract foreign investment, reflecting both the country’s manufacturing capabilities and its reputation for high-quality production.

Despite this growth, the industry faces challenges such as US-imposed tariffs. Wills noted that while tariffs are less disruptive than the COVID-19 pandemic, they introduce uncertainty. “Tariffs do not reach the magnitude of COVID’s impact, but they do create some operational challenges,” he said, adding that Jergens regularly reviews supply processes to mitigate fluctuations.