Sonora is home to a diversified industrial landscape that powers Mexico’s competitiveness. With strengths in aerospace, automotive, mining, agribusiness, renewable energy, and electronics, the state integrates advanced manufacturing with natural resources, talent, and logistics to serve both regional and global markets.
Sonora is recognized as one of Mexico’s leading aerospace hubs, specializing in precision manufacturing and maintenance. Companies benefit from skilled engineers, specialized suppliers, and strong integration with global aerospace supply chains.
The state’s automotive sector is a cornerstone of its economy, with world-class manufacturers and suppliers producing components for vehicles distributed globally. Proximity to the U.S. makes Sonora an essential part of North American automotive production.
Sonora is Mexico’s mining powerhouse, leading in copper production and a top exporter of gold, graphite, and other minerals. Its long tradition in mining is supported by advanced technologies and global players.
The state’s climate and fertile valleys make Sonora one of Mexico’s leaders in agriculture and food exports. From wheat and vegetables to pork and seafood, Sonora supplies both domestic and international markets.
With abundant solar radiation and access to natural resources, Sonora is at the forefront of Mexico’s renewable energy expansion. Projects in solar, wind, and clean fuels are shaping the state’s role in the energy transition.
Sonora has become a hub for electronics manufacturing and advanced industry, producing components that power global supply chains in computing, communications, and energy.
Sonora’s industrial diversity provides resilience, innovation, and opportunities for companies worldwide. From traditional strengths like mining and agriculture to cutting-edge industries like aerospace and renewables, the state offers a balanced portfolio of growth sectors.