Sigma Alimentos Expansion in Mexico State to Benefit Four Municipalities
Sigma Alimentos, a leading Mexican manufacturer of refrigerated foods, has announced an investment of 336 million pesos by 2025 for expanding and upgrading its infrastructure across four plants in the Mexico State.
About Sigma Alimentos
Sigma Alimentos is a prominent player in the Mexican food industry, specializing in refrigerated products such as cold cuts, cheeses, yogurts, and other items. The company boasts a nationwide network of over 60 plants and 179 distribution centers, with four plants and 13 Centros de Distribución (Cedis) located in the Mexico State, employing more than 4,500 people.
Impact on the Mexico State Economy
Under Governor Delfina Gómez Álvarez’s administration, the Mexico State has attracted over 140,000 million pesos in investments and created more than 138,000 formal jobs, according to Laura González Hernández, Secretary of Economic Development (Sedeco).
Recent Investments in the Mexico State
Sigma Alimentos’ investment is part of a recent surge in corporate investments within the Mexico State:
- Grupo SOMAR: The pharmaceutical company announced a 202 million pesos investment to boost production of effervescents and solid oral medications in Chalco, as well as maintain and install a new capsule gel line in Naucalpan, creating 260 direct jobs.
- Grupo Corporativo Papelera: The paper products manufacturer plans to expand operations in Huehuetoca and Tepetlaoxtoc with an investment of over 800 million pesos, generating more than 225 new jobs.
- Tiendas Neto: The retail chain announced a 210 million pesos investment for opening 55 new stores across various municipalities, creating 400 jobs in the retail sector.
These recent investments total more than 1.5 billion pesos across various sectors, including pharmaceuticals, food, paper, and retail. These investments are expected to create over 1,000 new jobs for Mexico State residents.
Government Support
Sedeco reports that the continuous support and backing of the business sector have played a crucial role in fostering a robust economy that benefits Mexico State families.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who is Sigma Alimentos? Sigma Alimentos is a major Mexican manufacturer of refrigerated food products, including cold cuts, cheeses, yogurts, and other items.
- What is the total investment by Sigma Alimentos in Mexico State? Sigma Alimentos has announced an investment of 336 million pesos by 2025.
- How many new jobs will be created? The investment is expected to generate 300 new jobs in the Mexico State.
- Which municipalities will benefit from this investment? The investment will impact the plants and Centros de Distribución (Cedis) located in Ecatepec, Nezahualcóyotl, Los Reyes La Paz, and Tepotzotlán.
