INA, IFC Aim to Enhance Mexico’s Supply Chain by 46%

The National Auto Parts Industry (INA) and the International Finance Corporation (CFI) of the World Bank have been collaborating since January 2024 on a strategic program to strengthen Mexico’s domestic supply chain. The initiative aims to enhance operational efficiency by 46% and reduce reliance on foreign inputs amid global economic restructuring and growing tariff-related uncertainties.

The program’s core focus is to support the development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by:

• Identifying new market opportunities
   

• Delivering technical training and capacity-building
   

• Facilitating access to financing and advanced technologies
   

• Promoting compliance with international quality standards
   

Currently, the program is in its supply requirement identification phase, with the goal of preparing Mexican SMEs to compete globally and attract foreign investment.

This initiative aligns with President Claudia Sheinbaum’s Plan México, which prioritizes strengthening domestic production. In a recent press conference, INA stated its goal for 50% of participating SMEs to establish commercial partnerships with international companies. Additionally, a 46% increase in operational efficiency is projected across participating businesses.

Despite global supply chain disruptions, Mexico remains the largest supplier of auto parts to the United States, accounting for 43% of US imports in the first quarter of 2025. INA also addressed the recently imposed tariffs on automobiles, emphasizing that most auto parts traded between Mexico and the United States are covered under the USMCA agreement, which protects them from additional duties.

The automotive industry supports 5.1 million jobs across North America, with 70% of those jobs based in the United States. Gabriel Padilla Maya, Director, INA, projected a $127.5 billion growth in auto parts production in Mexico in 2025, representing a 2.42% increase.

“We are working hard to ensure that Mexico remains a reliable and competitive partner in the international market,” INA stated during the press conference.