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Tijuana, Mexico卒s city with the largest aerospace and defense cluster. It concentrates more than 31 firms and 7,800+ highly skilled employees. For over 40 years the global aerospace industry has leveraged Tijuana卒s advanced manufacturing platform, that offers an experienced suppliers base, world-class engineering and technical talent, operational savings, and a dispute free business environment.

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The Route to High Profits: The Tijuana Aerospace and Defense Industry June 2014 photo: Antonio Mercado photo: North American Production Sharing
www.Tijuanaedc.org || contact@tijuanaedc.org Call toll free from the US: 1-855-558-5332 || ph (011-52) 664-681-8344 Tijuana: Mexicos Aerospace Hub Long considered one of the primary economic drivers of the southwestern Unites States and, more recently, a key growth industry in Europe, Brazil and Asia, aerospace and defense manufacturing is emerging as an important sector in Mexicos economy as well. Within Mexicos aerospace sector, Tijuana is the leading aerospace hub with the highest concentration A&D manufacturing operations. Baja California stands as Mexico卒s top aerospace cluster, with more than 60 aerospace companies operating within the state. The city of Tijuana alone is home to the largest concentration of operating aerospace firms in the country (31)1 and has been developing a specialized aerospace and defense manufacturing ecosystem for the last 40 years. Tijuanas numbers are continuing to gain altitude. Between 2006 and 2014, the citys aerospace firms have shown an average annual employment growth of 6% by virtue of the citys talented pool of young engineers, advanced manufacturing platforms, and unparalleled geographic location. Just minutes from downtown San Diego, the second-largest city on the West Coast of North America, Tijuana is also an easy-access, nearshore location to the global aerospace and defense industry. This document provides a quick, fact-based introduction to help understand why Tijuana is not only the No. 1 city in Mexico for maquiladora (IMMEX) manufacturing companies2 , but also a modern city on the leading edge of aerospace and defense manufacturing. The Aerospace Talent of Tijuana-San Diego The aerospace industrys growth in Tijuana has created increased demand for specialized talent and Tijuanas universities have throttled up to meet it with a growing number of aerospace programs. Currently, four universities in the city offer aerospace educational programs tailored to the industry卒s requirements: CETYS University is WASC certified and offers both a Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering with a minor in aerospace design as well as a masters degree program in aerospace engineering; UABC State University of Baja California launched the Center for Aerospace and Engineering Technology six years ago; and Universidad Tecnol坦gica de Tijuana offers specialized programs in mechatronic engineering and aerospace harness manufacturing3 . More than 12,200 students enrolled in undergraduate engineering, technological careers and graduate studies in 2014. In the technical labor field, Centro de Asistencia y Servicios Tecnol坦gicos (CAST) opened the Aerospace Precision Machining Center (CADTE) in 2013 to train technicians in all aspects of manufacturing precision parts to meet strict quality standards. The educational focus by local universities in the engineering field has greatly helped the success of our company... - Raul Perez VP & General Manager Zodiac Aerospace
www.Tijuanaedc.org || contact@tijuanaedc.org Call toll free from the US: 1-855-558-5332 || ph (011-52) 664-681-8344 Mexico Netherlands Canada France Japan Germany Italy UK USA Australia 86,7 95,7 96,5 98,0 98,4 99,2 99,3 99,8 100,0 100,4 KPMG Competitive Alternatives 2014 Cost Index for Aerospace Industry Why Mexico and Why Tijuana? The Experts Agree. Competing in a global environment isnt just a goal, its a requirement for todays aerospace companies who face increasing competition and increasing costs around the world. The globalization of the aerospace industry is, in fact, the reason the U.S. FAA finalized a Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement (BASA) with Mexico in 2007 to grant nearshore manufacturing of aerospace components while complying with strict quality and safety standards.4 As more options come into play for offshore and nearshore manufacturing, it is useful to note that Mexico was ranked No. 1 as the lowest-cost, and 3rd highest after-tax-profit country among ten countries analyzed by KPMG in their 2014 Competitive Alternatives study5 .The findings, as can be seen in the graph to the right, show Mexico was determined to provide aerospace manufacturers with an 18.7% cost advantage compared to the U.S. as well as significant cost advantages compared to other global locations. KPMGs tax report found that Mexico-based operations result in nearly half the total tax costs (corporate income taxes, property, capital, and sales taxes as well as statutory labor costs) compared to the U.S.6 The facts: while many regions market themselves as possible locations for globally expanding companies, no other international city offers the unique combination of: 40 years of experience in Aerospace and Defense manufacturing. A large base of 31 existing aerospace companies within Tijuana itself and even more in the state of Baja California. A next-door, nearshore location with quick logistical access to the West Coast of the U.S. Savings: Mexico is less expensive than China according to the New Boston Consulting Group 2014 Cost-Competitiveness Index7 . An experienced, quality-conscious and highly bilingual workforce in a low-union, business- friendly environment. Using sample data derived from industry representatives and the Tijuana EDC, significant savings can be gained for both smaller and larger aerospace and defense manufacturing operations in Tijuana.6 Cubic considers Tijuana as, not only a strategic place to manufacture, but also a sage and innovative environment for our executives and operations. - Reiny Giesecke Director of Business Development Cubic Defense Applications
www.Tijuanaedc.org || contact@tijuanaedc.org Call toll free from the US: 1-855-558-5332 || ph (011-52) 664-681-8344 Access to Customers & Suppliers Just-in-time production isnt just a concept for Tijuanas aerospace companies. It is a real cost-saving logistical benefit that allows many of the citys manufacturers to not only reduce or avoid inventories, but also to ship finished product into the U.S. market in as little as a few hours. Export: Tijuana is geographically located just 15 minutes from downtown San Diego, California. Companies operating in Tijuana are easily accessible for better management, communications and control. They also have direct access to a robust transportation infrastructure so finished aerospace products can be trucked and delivered to anywhere in the U.S. within one to five days or shipped within hours from San Diego, Long Beach and Ensenada seaports. Time-sensitive products can fly to customers from SAN, LAX, TIJ and other cargo airports in a matter of hours. Import: Great access isnt just about outbound shipping. Its also about inbound components and materials. Tijuanas existing aerospace companies already take advantage of a well-developed network of suppliers importing nearly $1.5 billion (U.S. dollars) in products and materials each year. And, as seen in the map above, major suppliers of aerospace OEMs are located within 150 miles of Tijuana in Southern California and less than 300 miles away in Arizona. Tijuanas Aerospace Firms In addition to aerospace companies that are operating under AS9100 or NADCAP certifications, more than 90% of all manufacturing firms in Tijuana with 250+ employees are certified under ISO 13485, ISO 9000 or other quality standards. At right are just a few of the world-class aerospace companies in Tijuana.
www.Tijuanaedc.org || contact@tijuanaedc.org Call toll free from the US: 1-855-558-5332 || ph (011-52) 664-681-8344 Workers at C&D Zodiac in Tijuana assemble window panels for aircrafts July 20. / Photo by Peggy Peattie * U-T Defense Manufacturing Achievements Approximately 45% of the aerospace firms in Tijuana are currently manufacturing for defense-related applications. The citys experienced manufacturing environment centers around avoiding pitfalls in terms of technological transfer, intellectual property and quality assurance. U.S. defense firms operating in Mexico are allowed, by U.S. and Mexican regulations, to manufacture products requiring ITAR registration. To guarantee acceptance in this category, firms have developed documented systems for required tracking and control of ITAR items and data. Certainly, some import/export restrictions may apply (e.g. end-use limitations and product classification) however, it is perfectly feasible to have a defense- manufacturing operation in Mexico abide by U.S. Department of Defense regulations. In January 2012, Mexico became the 41st country to enter the Wassenaar Arrangement on export controls for conventional arms and dual-use goods and technologies, giving defense and aerospace manufacturing companies established in Tijuana a more efficient regulatory framework for export controls and documentation. Taking Off: The Tijuana Aerospace Cluster The World Bank ranks Mexico as the world's 13th largest economy in nominal terms and No. 11 in purchasing power. Hecho en MexicoMade in Mexicois a quality guarantee, including in aerospace.8 Clearly, the largest aerospace cluster in Mexico in terms of the number of firms, Tijuana is a major addition to North Americas aerospace and defense manufacturing centers. Its location next to one of the largest aerospace industry concentrations in Southern California and Arizona translates to increased profit margins, high levels of manufacturing security, and world-class quality. The Cali Baja Binational Mega-Region --comprised of the state of Baja California, San Diego County and Imperial County in California-- is home to more than 400 aerospace and defense companies, representing 33,000 high-value jobs within the sector. A binational infrastructure, bicultural engineering talent, and innovation capabilities on both sides of the border anchor this growing industry in the region. As Mexicos aerospace industry grows in the coming decade, companies thriving in Tijuana and the Cali-Baja Mega Region will continue to provide the lift to higher sustainable profits. For more information about this analysis, or about the city of Tijuana, please contact the Tijuana Economic Development Corporation at 1-855-55-TJEDC. Tijuana and Baja California are well-positioned to become a center of excellence for component manufacturing in the aerospace industry given the number of companies established in the region, its geographical location, and the initiatives academia, government and private industry are promoting... - Alberto Garc鱈a Hentzen Director Fuel & Motion Control Division Supply Chain Management EATON Aerospace Group
Source: Business Conexi坦n, B.C. Aerospace Capabilities, products and processes matrix
References: 1 Tijuana aerospace firms verified by Baja California Aerospace Cluster. May 2014 based on ProMexico Aerospace Roadmap 2013 2 INEGI firm data for Industria manufacturera, maquiladora y de servicios de exportaci坦n (IMMEX) industry, accessed June 2014 [http://www.inegi.org.mx/sistemas/bie] 3 Baja卒s Engineering Talent Fosters Growth of the Aerospace Industry in Mexico, accessed June 2014 [http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/3/prweb10553167.htm] 4 For more information about Mexicos Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement, please see the FAAs website at [http://www.faa.gov/aircraft/air_cert/international/bilateral_agreements/baa_basa_listing/] 5 Competitive Alternatives: KPMGs Guide to International Business Location 2014 Edition [http://www.competitivealternatives.com/reports/2014_compalt_execsum_en.pdf] 6 Special Report: Focus on Taxes. Competitive Alternatives: KPMGs Guide to International Business Location 2014 Edition [http://www.mmkconsulting.com/compalts/reports/2014_compalt_report_tax_en.pdf] 7 BCG Cost-Competitiveness Index Press Release. April 25, 2014 [http://www.bcg.com/media/PressReleaseDetails.aspx?id=tcm:12-159505] 8 Mexicos Welcome Mat Attracts Aerospace Manufacturers, Michael Mecham, April 2013 [http://aviationweek.com/awin/mexico-s-welcome-mat-attracts-aerospace-manufacturers] THE ADVANCE MANUFACTURING PLATFORM FOR GLOBAL COMPETITIVENESS

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  • 1. The Route to High Profits: The Tijuana Aerospace and Defense Industry June 2014 photo: Antonio Mercado photo: North American Production Sharing
  • 2. www.Tijuanaedc.org || contact@tijuanaedc.org Call toll free from the US: 1-855-558-5332 || ph (011-52) 664-681-8344 Tijuana: Mexicos Aerospace Hub Long considered one of the primary economic drivers of the southwestern Unites States and, more recently, a key growth industry in Europe, Brazil and Asia, aerospace and defense manufacturing is emerging as an important sector in Mexicos economy as well. Within Mexicos aerospace sector, Tijuana is the leading aerospace hub with the highest concentration A&D manufacturing operations. Baja California stands as Mexico卒s top aerospace cluster, with more than 60 aerospace companies operating within the state. The city of Tijuana alone is home to the largest concentration of operating aerospace firms in the country (31)1 and has been developing a specialized aerospace and defense manufacturing ecosystem for the last 40 years. Tijuanas numbers are continuing to gain altitude. Between 2006 and 2014, the citys aerospace firms have shown an average annual employment growth of 6% by virtue of the citys talented pool of young engineers, advanced manufacturing platforms, and unparalleled geographic location. Just minutes from downtown San Diego, the second-largest city on the West Coast of North America, Tijuana is also an easy-access, nearshore location to the global aerospace and defense industry. This document provides a quick, fact-based introduction to help understand why Tijuana is not only the No. 1 city in Mexico for maquiladora (IMMEX) manufacturing companies2 , but also a modern city on the leading edge of aerospace and defense manufacturing. The Aerospace Talent of Tijuana-San Diego The aerospace industrys growth in Tijuana has created increased demand for specialized talent and Tijuanas universities have throttled up to meet it with a growing number of aerospace programs. Currently, four universities in the city offer aerospace educational programs tailored to the industry卒s requirements: CETYS University is WASC certified and offers both a Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering with a minor in aerospace design as well as a masters degree program in aerospace engineering; UABC State University of Baja California launched the Center for Aerospace and Engineering Technology six years ago; and Universidad Tecnol坦gica de Tijuana offers specialized programs in mechatronic engineering and aerospace harness manufacturing3 . More than 12,200 students enrolled in undergraduate engineering, technological careers and graduate studies in 2014. In the technical labor field, Centro de Asistencia y Servicios Tecnol坦gicos (CAST) opened the Aerospace Precision Machining Center (CADTE) in 2013 to train technicians in all aspects of manufacturing precision parts to meet strict quality standards. The educational focus by local universities in the engineering field has greatly helped the success of our company... - Raul Perez VP & General Manager Zodiac Aerospace
  • 3. www.Tijuanaedc.org || contact@tijuanaedc.org Call toll free from the US: 1-855-558-5332 || ph (011-52) 664-681-8344 Mexico Netherlands Canada France Japan Germany Italy UK USA Australia 86,7 95,7 96,5 98,0 98,4 99,2 99,3 99,8 100,0 100,4 KPMG Competitive Alternatives 2014 Cost Index for Aerospace Industry Why Mexico and Why Tijuana? The Experts Agree. Competing in a global environment isnt just a goal, its a requirement for todays aerospace companies who face increasing competition and increasing costs around the world. The globalization of the aerospace industry is, in fact, the reason the U.S. FAA finalized a Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement (BASA) with Mexico in 2007 to grant nearshore manufacturing of aerospace components while complying with strict quality and safety standards.4 As more options come into play for offshore and nearshore manufacturing, it is useful to note that Mexico was ranked No. 1 as the lowest-cost, and 3rd highest after-tax-profit country among ten countries analyzed by KPMG in their 2014 Competitive Alternatives study5 .The findings, as can be seen in the graph to the right, show Mexico was determined to provide aerospace manufacturers with an 18.7% cost advantage compared to the U.S. as well as significant cost advantages compared to other global locations. KPMGs tax report found that Mexico-based operations result in nearly half the total tax costs (corporate income taxes, property, capital, and sales taxes as well as statutory labor costs) compared to the U.S.6 The facts: while many regions market themselves as possible locations for globally expanding companies, no other international city offers the unique combination of: 40 years of experience in Aerospace and Defense manufacturing. A large base of 31 existing aerospace companies within Tijuana itself and even more in the state of Baja California. A next-door, nearshore location with quick logistical access to the West Coast of the U.S. Savings: Mexico is less expensive than China according to the New Boston Consulting Group 2014 Cost-Competitiveness Index7 . An experienced, quality-conscious and highly bilingual workforce in a low-union, business- friendly environment. Using sample data derived from industry representatives and the Tijuana EDC, significant savings can be gained for both smaller and larger aerospace and defense manufacturing operations in Tijuana.6 Cubic considers Tijuana as, not only a strategic place to manufacture, but also a sage and innovative environment for our executives and operations. - Reiny Giesecke Director of Business Development Cubic Defense Applications
  • 4. www.Tijuanaedc.org || contact@tijuanaedc.org Call toll free from the US: 1-855-558-5332 || ph (011-52) 664-681-8344 Access to Customers & Suppliers Just-in-time production isnt just a concept for Tijuanas aerospace companies. It is a real cost-saving logistical benefit that allows many of the citys manufacturers to not only reduce or avoid inventories, but also to ship finished product into the U.S. market in as little as a few hours. Export: Tijuana is geographically located just 15 minutes from downtown San Diego, California. Companies operating in Tijuana are easily accessible for better management, communications and control. They also have direct access to a robust transportation infrastructure so finished aerospace products can be trucked and delivered to anywhere in the U.S. within one to five days or shipped within hours from San Diego, Long Beach and Ensenada seaports. Time-sensitive products can fly to customers from SAN, LAX, TIJ and other cargo airports in a matter of hours. Import: Great access isnt just about outbound shipping. Its also about inbound components and materials. Tijuanas existing aerospace companies already take advantage of a well-developed network of suppliers importing nearly $1.5 billion (U.S. dollars) in products and materials each year. And, as seen in the map above, major suppliers of aerospace OEMs are located within 150 miles of Tijuana in Southern California and less than 300 miles away in Arizona. Tijuanas Aerospace Firms In addition to aerospace companies that are operating under AS9100 or NADCAP certifications, more than 90% of all manufacturing firms in Tijuana with 250+ employees are certified under ISO 13485, ISO 9000 or other quality standards. At right are just a few of the world-class aerospace companies in Tijuana.
  • 5. www.Tijuanaedc.org || contact@tijuanaedc.org Call toll free from the US: 1-855-558-5332 || ph (011-52) 664-681-8344 Workers at C&D Zodiac in Tijuana assemble window panels for aircrafts July 20. / Photo by Peggy Peattie * U-T Defense Manufacturing Achievements Approximately 45% of the aerospace firms in Tijuana are currently manufacturing for defense-related applications. The citys experienced manufacturing environment centers around avoiding pitfalls in terms of technological transfer, intellectual property and quality assurance. U.S. defense firms operating in Mexico are allowed, by U.S. and Mexican regulations, to manufacture products requiring ITAR registration. To guarantee acceptance in this category, firms have developed documented systems for required tracking and control of ITAR items and data. Certainly, some import/export restrictions may apply (e.g. end-use limitations and product classification) however, it is perfectly feasible to have a defense- manufacturing operation in Mexico abide by U.S. Department of Defense regulations. In January 2012, Mexico became the 41st country to enter the Wassenaar Arrangement on export controls for conventional arms and dual-use goods and technologies, giving defense and aerospace manufacturing companies established in Tijuana a more efficient regulatory framework for export controls and documentation. Taking Off: The Tijuana Aerospace Cluster The World Bank ranks Mexico as the world's 13th largest economy in nominal terms and No. 11 in purchasing power. Hecho en MexicoMade in Mexicois a quality guarantee, including in aerospace.8 Clearly, the largest aerospace cluster in Mexico in terms of the number of firms, Tijuana is a major addition to North Americas aerospace and defense manufacturing centers. Its location next to one of the largest aerospace industry concentrations in Southern California and Arizona translates to increased profit margins, high levels of manufacturing security, and world-class quality. The Cali Baja Binational Mega-Region --comprised of the state of Baja California, San Diego County and Imperial County in California-- is home to more than 400 aerospace and defense companies, representing 33,000 high-value jobs within the sector. A binational infrastructure, bicultural engineering talent, and innovation capabilities on both sides of the border anchor this growing industry in the region. As Mexicos aerospace industry grows in the coming decade, companies thriving in Tijuana and the Cali-Baja Mega Region will continue to provide the lift to higher sustainable profits. For more information about this analysis, or about the city of Tijuana, please contact the Tijuana Economic Development Corporation at 1-855-55-TJEDC. Tijuana and Baja California are well-positioned to become a center of excellence for component manufacturing in the aerospace industry given the number of companies established in the region, its geographical location, and the initiatives academia, government and private industry are promoting... - Alberto Garc鱈a Hentzen Director Fuel & Motion Control Division Supply Chain Management EATON Aerospace Group
  • 6. Source: Business Conexi坦n, B.C. Aerospace Capabilities, products and processes matrix
  • 7. References: 1 Tijuana aerospace firms verified by Baja California Aerospace Cluster. May 2014 based on ProMexico Aerospace Roadmap 2013 2 INEGI firm data for Industria manufacturera, maquiladora y de servicios de exportaci坦n (IMMEX) industry, accessed June 2014 [http://www.inegi.org.mx/sistemas/bie] 3 Baja卒s Engineering Talent Fosters Growth of the Aerospace Industry in Mexico, accessed June 2014 [http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/3/prweb10553167.htm] 4 For more information about Mexicos Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement, please see the FAAs website at [http://www.faa.gov/aircraft/air_cert/international/bilateral_agreements/baa_basa_listing/] 5 Competitive Alternatives: KPMGs Guide to International Business Location 2014 Edition [http://www.competitivealternatives.com/reports/2014_compalt_execsum_en.pdf] 6 Special Report: Focus on Taxes. Competitive Alternatives: KPMGs Guide to International Business Location 2014 Edition [http://www.mmkconsulting.com/compalts/reports/2014_compalt_report_tax_en.pdf] 7 BCG Cost-Competitiveness Index Press Release. April 25, 2014 [http://www.bcg.com/media/PressReleaseDetails.aspx?id=tcm:12-159505] 8 Mexicos Welcome Mat Attracts Aerospace Manufacturers, Michael Mecham, April 2013 [http://aviationweek.com/awin/mexico-s-welcome-mat-attracts-aerospace-manufacturers] THE ADVANCE MANUFACTURING PLATFORM FOR GLOBAL COMPETITIVENESS