Foxconn Consolidates N. American Ops in Mexico

摘要

Foxconn (fih-holdings.com) plans to consolidate its North American operations at its 1.6 million sq. ft. manufacturing plant here, according to published reports. The facility currently includes 400,000 sq. ft. of additional manufacturing space. Foxconn owns 240 hectares in the city. The plant employs 5,500 workers.The decision to consolidate operations in San Jeronimo came as a result of its closeness to important markets in the US, the firm says, in addition to an accessible labor pool in Juarez. Foxconn also reportedly wants some China customers to relocate to Mexico after the real estate market improves.