Energy, Logistics, and Talent: The Three Strengths with Which Nuevo León Attracts Electromobility Investments
Within the framework of “Latam Mobility North America 2026,” held at the San Pedro Auditorium, the Undersecretary of Economy for Investment of Nuevo León, Emmanuel Loo, delivered the keynote titled “Investment Opportunities in Electromobility in Nuevo León.”
Before an audience composed of key industry players, Loo presented a detailed overview of the competitive advantages, energy infrastructure, and projects that position the state as the epicenter of electromobility in Mexico and a strategic destination for foreign investment.
With a data-driven approach and a forward-looking vision, the undersecretary broke down the indicators that make Nuevo León an unprecedented center of attraction, highlighting not only its energy and logistics capacity but also the collaborative ecosystem between industry, academia, and government that drives innovation in the sector.
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Nuevo León: Logistics and Energy Hub
Emmanuel Loo began his presentation by contextualizing Nuevo León‘s geostrategic position. “We are the logistics hub of Mexico,” he stated, backing his claim with compelling figures: daily, 25,000 trucks depart from the state, and two railway lines operate connecting with the United States via the Laredo and Colombia bridges.
“Today we are the number one customs point in Mexico and the largest land port in the world by volume, moving more than $260 billion dollars a year,” he detailed.
But beyond logistics, the undersecretary emphasized the state’s productive structure, organized into 15 industrial clusters ranging from automotive and electromobility to home appliances and information technologies.
“These are sectors where we have constant collaboration between industry, academia, and government,” Loo explained, extending an open invitation to attendees to connect with these clusters and develop joint projects.
Nuevo León’s industrial infrastructure is equally impressive: more than 260 industrial parks, a research and development park with 38 laboratories available for collaboration, and two top-tier university campuses, Tec de Monterrey and the Autonomous University of Nuevo León, which act as breeding grounds for talent and innovation.
Energy Surplus for Unlimited Mobility
One of the most powerful messages was the state’s energy capacity. Loo was direct in pointing out that “the biggest challenge for electromobility is electrical capacity,” and Nuevo León has a clear answer: an energy surplus.
Currently, the state produces more than 8,300 MW of energy from various sources, has 45 electrical generation plants in operation, and 168 substations.
But growth doesn’t stop there. There are 24 new energy projects under development, with an additional capacity of 8,000 MW and an associated investment of more than $9 billion dollars. Furthermore, seven new substations with a capacity of 1,475 MW are being built. In clean energy, there are already 470 MW of installed solar generation, plus battery systems, and an additional 2,600 MW are planned for installation.
This energy strength directly translates into business opportunities. The undersecretary revealed that the state has mapped the capacity to host more than 820 EV charging stations, a fact that becomes relevant given the exponential growth of the electric vehicle fleet.
“Today there are more than 3,000 electric cars in the state, and last year over 12,500 electric units were sold in Nuevo León,” Loo emphasized, adding that “this means there is a great opportunity in the area of electromobility, EV charging stations, and electric recharging infrastructure.”
Record Investment and an Expanding Ecosystem
The economic indicators presented by the undersecretary reflect unprecedented dynamism. In the last four years, Nuevo León has broken all foreign investment records, attracting more than $116 billion dollars.
A particularly revealing fact is that of the 426 projects secured, 208 are new investments and 218 are expansions of already established companies. “This means that all the companies that arrive and invest in Nuevo León continue investing and growing here, they don’t go elsewhere,” Loo emphasized.
The automotive sector is one of the strategic ones, with the presence of assemblers and top-tier suppliers. But diversification is notable: in home appliances, Nuevo León produces almost 70% of those consumed in the United States; in machinery and equipment, it is number one with companies like Caterpillar, John Deere, and Bobcat; and in steel and aluminum, its productive capacity allows it to comply with USMCA rules of origin to export tariff-free.
The state is also positioning itself as a data center hub, with companies like Vertiv producing cooling systems and critical components for global technological infrastructure. “We are number one in the creation of data centers, servers, racks, and power supplies,” Loo highlighted.
Electromobility in Action
The keynote not only looked to the future but also presented concrete achievements. Nuevo León already has more than 100 electric trucks in circulation, a result of collaboration between Marcopolo, VW, and FOTON, which assemble locally. “The first electric trucks made in Mexico are from Nuevo León,” the undersecretary recalled.
Furthermore, large-scale alliances with mobility platforms are being forged. “We are announcing with Didi, Uber, and Vemo more than 2,000 cars that will enter service starting from now until the World Cup,” Loo revealed, anticipating a significant increase in the demand for charging infrastructure.
Regarding sustainability, Loo addressed the water issue transparently. “We are investing heavily in total water reuse and in treatment plants. Today Nuevo León uses 16,000 liters per second and is investing to recycle 70% of that water, so that we have no problems for the next 10 years,” he assured.
The undersecretary closed his speech with a message of confidence and stability. “Today we have broken all foreign investment records. We are the state that produces 20% of all jobs nationwide. Even if we received no more investment, with the current projects under construction, we have full employment secured for the next 10 years,” Loo stated.
The presentation made it clear that Nuevo León not only offers opportunities but also has the infrastructure, energy, talent, and political will to accompany investors at every step of the way. “We are at your service at the Ministry of Economy for anything you need,” he concluded.
A Tour to Consolidate Transformation
The success of the summit in San Pedro Garza García is just the beginning of a key year for mobility in the region. Latam Mobility will continue its work of connection and dissemination throughout 2026 with key meetings to follow up on the topics addressed, strengthen alliances, and accelerate the projects that are transforming transportation in the region.
Through its stops in Mexico City, Brazil, Colombia, and Chile, the platform will continue to promote a collaborative approach to accelerate the transition to cleaner, more efficient, and more inclusive transportation systems, positioning Latin America as a relevant player in sustainable mobility at the global level.
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