Real Estate Growth, Sustainability, Key Deals: The Weekly Roundup

This week in infrastructure, Mexico’s industrial and infrastructure landscape continues to evolve at full speed despite global headwinds, while investors are turning to sustainability as a key value driver. In a major corporate move, Grupo México is divesting most of its highway unit in a US$406 million deal, as international firms like EGIS Group eye opportunities in Mexico’s growing infrastructure space. 

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Mexico’s Industrial Real Estate Booms Despite Global Uncertainty

Mexico’s industrial real estate is booming, driven by e-commerce, logistics, and nearshoring. Key markets like Monterrey, Guadalajara, and Mexico City are expanding rapidly, with logistics now leading demand. Major investments and new industrial parks are underway nationwide to support this growth.

Sustainability Boosts Real Estate Value Amid Market Uncertainty

Sustainability is gaining ground in real estate as a strategy to enhance long-term value, despite financial uncertainty slowing adoption. Investors increasingly favor energy-efficient, low-impact properties, which show higher market value. In Mexico, LEED-certified buildings are growing rapidly, placing the country among global leaders in green real estate.

Grupo México to Divest Highway Unit in US$406 Million Deal

Grupo México will sell 80% of its highway division for MX$7.7 billion (US$406 million), retaining an 18.69% stake in CIBSA to fund future infrastructure projects. The deal, including key assets like the Salamanca-Leon Highway, is expected to close in 2H25 pending regulatory approval. It aligns with plans to delist shares amid low market valuations.

EGIS Group Eyes Mexico Highway Projects Amid Nearshoring Push

EGIS Group plans to expand its role in Mexico’s highway and tunnel projects, aiming to participate in new PPP tenders amid growing infrastructure needs driven by nearshoring. With global expertise and a focus on digital innovation, EGIS emphasizes safety, efficiency, and sustainability, particularly in complex projects like tunnels.

Hengli Hydraulics Opens US$325 Million Plant in Nuevo Leon

Hengli Hydraulics opened its first manufacturing plant in Mexico with a US$325 million investment in Nuevo Leon. The project, to be developed in three phases, includes production, a Global R&D Center, and an electronics division, aiming to create 800 jobs. This move strengthens Hengli’s global presence and highlights Nuevo Leon’s appeal for foreign investment.

NADBank Launches US$400 Million Water Fund for Mexico-US Border

In response to worsening drought along the Mexico-US border, NADBank is launching a US$400 million Water Resilience Fund to finance critical water infrastructure projects. The fund will support both countries equally through low-interest loans and concessional financing, aiming to enhance water conservation and resilience in border communities.

IFT Fines Telcel, OXXO, IMMEX for Blocking SIM Competition

Mexico’s IFT has fined Telcel MX$1.78 billion (US$93.85 million) for allegedly engaging in monopolistic practices by restricting competitors’ SIM card sales through exclusive agreements with OXXO and IMMEX, both who had been also finned with MX$19.5 million (US$1.03 million) each. The move aims to promote fair competition and protect consumer choice in the telecommunications market.