When you do business in Baja, you become part of a collaborative, binational ecosystem connecting Southern California, Arizona, and Baja California. This mega-region unites multiple innovation hubs, research institutions, and a rich pool of technical talent on both sides of the border.
The largest concentration of aerospace companies in México.
Over 57 years of aeronautical experience in R&D, engineering, manufacturing, MRO, and assembly.
More than 94 established companies in the region, representing 21% nationwide, with a direct supplier base of 339+ and a workforce of over 40,000 engineers, technicians, and operators.
With experience in medical devices, biotech, and pharmaceuticals, the San Diego – BC region contributes US$250 billion to the industry.
More than 87 established exporting companies operate in the region, with a 60% certified supplier base and a specialized workforce of over 75,000.
Baja California has over 52 years of experience in assembly, testing, and advanced packaging. It features one specialized lab dedicated to microelectronics, nanotechnology, light sensor prototyping, and much more.
Baja California also has nine institutions sponsored by the semiconductor industry to develop specialized talent.
Baja California is home to efficient ports, highways and airports, reliable telecommunications networks, and a stable power grid. Ongoing upgrades ensure that our resources meet the demanding standards of global businesses.
International logistics are simplified in Baja with 8 entry points into the US, including the renowned Cross Border Xpress (CBX)–– a unique pedestrian bridge connecting the Tijuana International Airport to a terminal in San Diego, California.
With our main international seaport in Ensenada and future Port of Punta Colonet, Baja is your centralized hub for optimized maritime transport offering direct shipments to Asia.
Our adjacency to San Diego’s seaport and proximity just 2.5 hours from Long Beach/San Pedro ports extend our shipping capacity and capabilities.
The Baja region is serviced by multiple international airports located in Mexico and the United States.
Mexican Federal Highways 1, 3, and 5 offer dependable roadway transportation in Baja with Highway 1 merging with U.S. Interstate 5 at the border connecting Tijuana, Mexico to San Diego, California. Our strategic location puts us within a 4-hour drive from Phoenix, Arizona and 6 hours from Las Vegas, Nevada.
Mexicali’s robust railway links central and northern Mexico to the vast California rail network. As an extension of this system, Baja shares access to every destination these railways reach. The planned Punta Colonet project will further enhance connectivity by adding direct rail service between Ensenada and Mexicali.
Baja’s reliable energy and natural resources ensure companies have the necessary inputs to sustain efficient production. The region’s clean energy generation continues to outpace its demand by deploying solar power, geothermal and wind energy.
A continuous commitment to infrastructure and energy is critical for the region’s economic prosperity. Our proactive state government is focused on several strategic initiatives to enable people and businesses to thrive in Baja California. Key projects include:
A continuous commitment to infrastructure and energy is critical for the region’s economic prosperity. Our proactive state government is focused on several strategic initiatives to enable people and businesses to thrive in Baja California. Key projects include:
A continuous commitment to infrastructure and energy is critical for the region’s economic prosperity. Our proactive state government is focused on several strategic initiatives to enable people and businesses to thrive in Baja California. Key projects include:
Expands rail and port infrastructure for transporting commercial goods within the state of Baja and into the US.
A new entryway connecting the US and Mexico for both passengers and cargo. This access point will be the first border crossing to utilize a variable toll system for managing transit demand and reducing congestion at other ports of entry.
A private investment project to transport ammonia for clean hydrogen production through a maritime duct export terminal system across the US border. The available hydrogen by-products will become an energy source. This establishes Baja California as Mexico’s pioneering state in clean hydrogen with exports planned to Asia.
A mass border crossing mechanism that expands the San Diego Trolley system to the San Ysidro port of entry. Currently in the exploration phase.
Accelerate your time to market with Baja’s unmatched logistical advantages and strategic U.S. border location.