Mexico

Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico, a principal city along the United States - Mexico border has a current population of approximately 750,000. Reynosa is a dynamic and business-oriented city located at the north of the Mexican Republic. Reynosa is situated at an elevation of 36 meters above sea level and is approximately 40 square kilometers in size. Reynosa has a diverse economic base which includes oil and natural gas resources, livestock, agriculture, tourist trade, and industry.

Utilities

• Electricity - The Federal Commission of Electricity has the necessary capacity for any type of operating system providing the maximum facilities for its installation.
• Water - Reynosa has a modern potable water line system and a sanitary drainage system available throughout the city as well as a Drinking Water Network.
• Gas - An abundant industrial supply of natural gas is available upon request.
• Telephone - The Mexican Phone Company provides a readily accessible communication technology system which includes cellular phone capabilities on a national and international level. Microwave and satellite systems are available.

Transportation

International Crossings:
Hidalgo International Bridge, Pharr - Reynosa International Bridge, Future Anzalduas International Bridge

Airports:
Reynosa's International Airport operates with passenger and cargo service provided by Aero Mexico with daily flights to destinations throughout Mexico. National and international flights are provided by customs and immigration service.

Rail:
Both public passenger trains and cargo trains operate in Reynosa with daily service to the interior of Mexico.

Bus:
Reynosa is served daily by four intra-city bus lines. Reynosa has 13 additional bus lines, 8 of which travel throughout Mexico. The remaining five lines serve the border, state and regional areas. Buses run 24 hours a day.

Truck:
Over 30 common carriers provide daily service.

Highway:
Reynosa is incorporated into the Federal Highway System. Due to its central location, Reynosa easily connects to any point in the United States or Mexico.

Industrial Parks

Reynosa has nine industrial parks which are the home to over 170 manufacturing plants. Global leaders in electronics, apparel, medical supply, publishing, auto assembly and many other fields have established large operations in Reynosa. These manufacturing plants employ approximately 70,000 people under the maquiladora program.

Labor Force

Working Hours, Salary, Benefits
According to the Mexican labor law, the companies are able to work 5-6 days a week up to 48 hours in three different shifts.

Taxes
Reynosa's tax system is composed of a municipal, urban property tax; a state pro-rated real estate property and business tax, a state sales tax, and a federal profit-based pro-rated business tax.

Unions
The labor union climate in Reynosa is very favorable to industry. Relations between unions and management are peaceful and harmonious. New companies have a choice of selecting one of two union leaders under the CTM or establishing their own in-house union.

Education

Reynosa has approximately 325 schools ranging in curriculum from kindergarten to college. There are 4 universities, 1 technical institute and 6 technical training centers.