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North America Manufacturing Corridor
A $2.7 trillion binational mega-region reshaping North American manufacturing
Defining the Economic Powerhouse
The NAMC represents an integrated economic region spanning Texas, Nuevo León, and Coahuila. This binational corridor leverages Texas's innovation hubs and Mexico's industrial prowess.
Stretching from Austin-San Antonio through Dallas-Fort Worth to Monterrey and Saltillo, the NAMC has emerged as one of the world's most dynamic manufacturing regions.
Economic Scale & Global Standing
$2.7T
Total GDP
Combined economic output rivals France or United Kingdom
39M
Population
Ranks among top 30 global economies by population
1.5%
Annual Growth
Population expansion driven by migration and urbanization
If the NAMC were an independent nation, it would command a position among the world's top 10-12 economies.
Regional Economic Distribution
Texas (ex-West)
93% of corridor's economic output
Nuevo León
Specialized manufacturing capabilities
Coahuila
Automotive expertise and supply chains
Mexican states contribute specialized manufacturing that enables seamless cross-border supply chains under USMCA frameworks.
Competitive Position vs. Other Mega-Regions
The NAMC uniquely combines rapid growth and cross-border manufacturing integration that traditional U.S. mega-regions cannot replicate.
Strategic Economic Centers - Texas
Houston
Energy capital and logistics hub with world-class port infrastructure supporting global trade networks
Dallas-Fort Worth
Financial services and aerospace manufacturing center with extensive logistics capabilities
Austin
Technology and semiconductor hub driving AI innovation and advanced manufacturing
Strategic Economic Centers - Mexico
Monterrey, Nuevo León
Mexico's industrial capital specializing in automotive, steel, and appliance manufacturing. Its strategic location and skilled workforce make it a key hub for cross-border trade.
Saltillo, Coahuila
Preeminent automotive manufacturing hub hosting major OEM assembly plants. Its proximity to the U.S. border ensures efficient flow of goods.
Competitive Advantages
Cross-Border Integration
USMCA alignment enables seamless supply chains and reduces trade friction between manufacturing facilities
Industrial Base
Established clusters in automotive, energy, electronics spanning both sides of the border
Demographics
Robust population growth contrasts with stagnation in older U.S. manufacturing regions
Innovation Hub
Texas leadership in AI, semiconductors, clean energy increasingly integrated with Mexican capabilities
Strategic Implications
The North America Manufacturing Corridor represents a fundamental shift in economic geography toward Sun Belt manufacturing and binational supply chains.
With nearly 40 million people and GDP exceeding $2.6 trillion, NAMC rivals established corridors while outpacing them in growth momentum.
Policy makers and corporate strategists must recognize this emerging mega-region as a cornerstone of North America's 21st-century manufacturing competitiveness.
Next Steps
01
Monitor Development
Track corridor evolution and investment flows
02
Strategic Positioning
Align manufacturing and supply chain strategies
03
Policy Alignment
Support binational infrastructure initiatives