Background on Marcelo Ebrard and His Role
Marcelo Ebrard, the Federal Secretary of Economy, visited Quintana Roo to sign a convenio with Governor Mara Lezama, marking the start of construction for the Chetumal 1 Well-being Poles project. Ebrard’s role as the Federal Secretary of Economy highlights his importance in driving economic development and industrialization efforts across Mexico.
Project Objectives and Significance
The primary goal of this initiative is to industrialize Quintana Roo’s southern region, aiming to supply indispensable resources for the Cancun-Riviera Maya tourism industry. Ebrard emphasized that the Riviera Maya is one of Mexico’s most prosperous zones, yet nearly all supplies are imported from outside the state. By achieving a 15% local production rate within five years, Quintana Roo could become a significant manufacturing powerhouse.
Incentives for Businesses
To encourage businesses to set up in the Chetumal 1 Well-being Poles, the project offers:
– 100% deduction on fixed assets
– An additional 25% for training and dual education expenses
– Another 25% for innovation and technological development
Target Industries
The Poles will focus on industries such as:
– Electricity generation
– Textile industry
– Metalworking
– Machinery and equipment manufacturing
– Agroindustry
– Information and communication technologies
– Industrial activities
– International trade
– Storage and distribution of goods
Location and Accessibility
The Chetumal 1 Well-being Poles will be situated 3.5 kilometers from Chetumal International Airport and the Tren Maya station, as well as 2 kilometers from the city’s maritime port. The chosen site previously functioned as an Industrial Park with Fiscal Regime during Carlos Joaquín’s administration but failed to thrive.
Job Creation and Community Benefits
The project aims to generate 16,000 formal jobs over five years, benefiting approximately 307,000 residents in Othón P. Blanco, Bacalar, and Calakmul municipalities in Quintana Roo and Campeche.
Electric Mobility Initiative
During his visit, Ebrard also announced that Quintana Roo will be the first entity in Mexico to purchase Taruk electric buses, produced domestically by companies like Megaflux and DINA in collaboration with research centers such as Conacyt, UNAM, UAM, and CIATEQ. These electric buses will establish a public transportation system in Chetumal, currently under public consultation.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the main objective of the Chetumal 1 Well-being Poles project? The primary goal is to industrialize Quintana Roo’s southern region, supplying essential resources for the Cancun-Riviera Maya tourism industry.
- What incentives does the project offer to attract businesses? The Chetumal 1 Well-being Poles project provides 100% deduction on fixed assets, an additional 25% for training and dual education expenses, and another 25% for innovation and technological development.
- Which industries will the project focus on? The targeted industries include electricity generation, textiles, metalworking, machinery and equipment manufacturing, agroindustry, information and communication technologies, industrial activities, international trade, and storage and distribution of goods.
- Where is the Chetumal 1 Well-being Poles project located? The project is situated 3.5 kilometers from Chetumal International Airport and the Tren Maya station, as well as 2 kilometers from Chetumal’s maritime port.
- What are the expected benefits for the local community? The project aims to create 16,000 formal jobs over five years, positively impacting around 307,000 residents in Othón P. Blanco, Bacalar, and Calakmul municipalities in Quintana Roo and Campeche.
- What is the electric mobility initiative announced during Ebrard’s visit? Quintana Roo will be the first entity in Mexico to purchase Taruk electric buses, produced domestically by companies like Megaflux and DINA in collaboration with research centers such as Conacyt, UNAM, UAM, and CIATEQ. These electric buses will establish a public transportation system in Chetumal, currently under public consultation.
