Monterrey International City of Knowledge (MICK) Program to turn Monterrey, Mexico into a “knowledge based economy”

The state of Nuevo León, Mexico is taking steps to modernize their technological and informational capabilities. Monterrey, Mexico the capital city of Nuevo León, has launched the Monterrey International City of Knowledge (MICK) Program in order to promote the development of innovative new ways of economic growth. Technology and the creation of industrial parks are some of the main ways the city hopes to do so. This transformation of the economy needs the support of educational facilities, individuals, and businesses on all levels. For more Economy news on Mexico go to MexicoToday.Org.

Lego to Expand Operations in Mexico

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The toymaker company, Lego A/S, has been preparing for the expansion of their Mexican factory in Monterrey. The factory opened in 2008 and is famous for its reliance on modern equipment and technology. They have installed more than 500 gravimetric mixing and dosing units and 1,500 Metro Loaders for the innovative Mexican factory.

The appearance of international trade and development by companies like Lego shows that Mexico is increasing their attractiveness on the economic global front.