35 Members of Mexico's Metropolitan Aerospace Cluster Advance International Expansion
en.Wedoany.com Reported - The Metropolitan Aerospace Cluster is expanding its influence in the local aviation industry by establishing new international partnerships, driving export growth, and strengthening Mexico's participation in aviation and space activities. The cluster currently brings together 35 member units from Mexico City, the State of Mexico, and Hidalgo, and is actively enhancing its profile as the industry prepares for the ongoing review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and international trade pressures.
Currently, the cluster exports products and services to the United States, Spain, Peru, and Brazil. According to its leadership, as part of a broader international expansion strategy, discussions are also underway to establish commercial relations with Russia. Myrhge Spross Bárcenas, founder and general manager of the cluster, stated that since its inception, the main challenge has been raising market awareness. The cluster has only been operating for one year and eight months, and many companies are still unaware of its scope of business.
The cluster recently held its first International Aviation Innovation Conference in collaboration with the Mexico Space Cluster. The event attracted government officials and industry representatives, including Luis Lizcano, CEO of FEMIA; Alejandro Cardona, President of Safran Mexico; and Tomás Sibaja. Over the two-day event, the cluster showcased the capabilities of its member companies while working to consolidate existing partnerships and explore new business opportunities.
Unlike most aerospace clusters in Mexico, which are limited to a single state, the Metropolitan Aerospace Cluster covers three regions. Spross noted that the cluster's unique advantage lies in its cross-regional nature, representing Mexico City, the State of Mexico, and Hidalgo, making it the only regional aerospace cluster in the country. The cluster not only integrates aviation and space-related activities but also maintains close collaboration with universities and research institutions.
Esteban Carrera, president of the cluster, positions the organization as a platform for companies from other industrial sectors to enter the aviation market. He believes that Mexico must develop its space industry, not only to remain competitive but also to leverage existing advantages. The cluster has set a five-year roadmap with the goal of positioning Mexico as a global supplier in the space sector.
Mexico's aviation industry is simultaneously grappling with uncertainty in North American trade policy. According to FEMIA data, aerospace exports reached approximately $11 billion in 2025. The industry's annual growth rate during the post-COVID-19 recovery period ranged between 13% and 16%, but slowed to 9% in the first half of 2025. The industry is also preparing for the upcoming USMCA review, one of the most significant policy issues facing manufacturers. Luis Lizcano of FEMIA stated that aerospace companies must adapt to changing trade conditions rather than expecting the market to return to its previous state. Currently, Mexico's aviation industry is highly integrated with the North American supply chain, with approximately 80% of aerospace exports going to the United States, while Canada and Europe account for most of the remaining export market.
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