Renewable Energy, Water Crisis, and Industrial Investment

This week, MBN reviewed the proposals made by Mexico City's mayoral candidates to tackle the water crisis, which affects millions in the region. Meanwhile, Vestas secured an order from Sempra Infrastructure for a wind farm in Tecate, Baja California, and Subsea7 won a crucial contract for the Trion development.

In other news, Yokohama Rubber announced plans to invest in a state-of-the-art tire plant in Coahuila to cater to growing demand in North America.

Ready? It's time for the Week in Infrastructure.

Vestas Wins Order From Sempra Infrastructure For Wind Farm

Vestas has secured an order from Sempra Infrastructure to build a 319MW wind farm in Tecate, Baja California, as part of the Energia Sierra Juarez Wind Complex. This project aims to bolster Mexico's renewable energy capacity to 582MW. The order includes a mix of turbines totaling 64 units, with Vestas Sempra also providing a 10-year service agreement. 

Subsea7 Awarded Key Contract for Trion Development

Subsea7 has secured a contract from Woodside Energy for subsea installation services for the Trion development, located off the Mexican coastline near the Mexico-US border. Subsea7 will handle engineering, building, and installing subsea infrastructure for this significant venture, signaling a milestone in offshore energy exploration in the region.

Yokohama Rubber to Build US$380 Million Tire Plant in Mexico

Yokohama Rubber is set to build a cutting-edge tire plant in Coahuila to meet the increasing demand for tires in North America. With an annual production capacity of 5 million tires and a total capital investment of US$380 million, the plant's construction will begin in 2Q24 and production is expected to start in 1Q27. 

Bait: Fastest-Growing Mobile Network in Mexico

Bait, owned by Walmart, has surged to the forefront of Mexico's mobile telecommunications market by acquiring 3.8 million subscribers in just two quarters. This growth surpasses that of traditional operators, marking Bait as a disruptive force in the industry. While Bait lags behind in revenue per user, its focus on reducing the connectivity gap in Mexico has reshaped the telecom landscape.

Mexico City’s Mayoral Candidates Present Water Crisis Solutions

Mexico City's mayoral candidates are tackling the pressing issue of water scarcity, offering distinct approaches to address the crisis affecting millions. Santiago Taboada, opposition coalition candidate, pledges to halt further well construction, proposing to revamp the water extraction process and enhance Mexico City Water System's (SACMEX) efficiency. Clara Brugada, candidate for MORENA, emphasizes collaboration with federal and State of Mexico authorities to address the crisis. 

ZTE Secures Bid for Mexico's izzi MVNO Project

ZTE, has won the bid for izzi's Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) project, a significant collaboration in Mexico's telecommunications landscape. This partnership enables ZTE to provide network-wide core network and value-added services to izzi's extensive user base.

Ericsson Inaugurates New Offices in Mexico City

Ericsson inaugurated a new office in Mexico City. With a focus on energy efficiency and sustainability, the office will serve as a hub for national projects and a platform for showcasing the latest technology trends.