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Rio South Texas Region, 801 North Bryan Road, Office 167, Mission, TX (2026)

03/06/2026

During the Industrial Intelligence Briefing, April Castaneda, Executive Director of the Donna Economic Development Corporation, underscored the importance of having access to detailed industrial intelligence when developing targeted economic development strategies.

In her remarks, Castaneda highlighted that the Industrial Data System provides the kind of robust, actionable data that economic developers need to better understand the regional manufacturing landscape and identify companies that could potentially expand their operations into South Texas.

She noted that the platform offers the type of “heavy data” necessary to analyze supply chains and pinpoint recruitment opportunities, particularly among manufacturers already operating in Northern Mexico.

Castaneda also emphasized the strategic relevance of this information for the City of Donna as the region prepares for the development of the new international bridge, a project expected to strengthen cross-border logistics and trade connectivity.

Visit the Rio South Texas Region Industrial Data System to discover how manufacturers and supply chain partners are connected across key sectors and identify new opportunities for expansion, partnerships, and investment.

Access the interactive dashboard here: https://autocluster.riosouthtexasregion.com/public-dashboard

03/06/2026

During the Industrial Intelligence Briefing, Jeffrey Salcedo emphasized the importance of the newly introduced Industrial Data System as a powerful tool for strengthening the region’s economic development strategy.

In his remarks, Salcedo described the platform as a sophisticated resource designed to serve the entire economic development ecosystem, providing access to data that is often difficult to obtain through traditional sources. By consolidating critical information about manufacturing activity, sector participation, and supply chain relationships across Rio South Texas and North Tamaulipas, the system allows regional leaders to better understand the industrial landscape and identify opportunities for growth.

03/06/2026

The Rio South Texas Region Industrial Data System currently identifies 315 registered manufacturing companies operating across the binational region. Of these, 48 companies operate in the Rio South Texas Region, while 267 companies are located in North Tamaulipas, reflecting the deep integration between the maquiladora manufacturing base in Mexico and the industrial, logistics, and supplier ecosystem developing on the Texas side of the border.

The system also reveals the breadth of manufacturing specialization present in the region. Analysis of 382 company-sector relationship records shows that several industrial segments dominate the binational supply chain. The most prominent include:

Metalworking and tooling, 109 companies
Electrical and electronics manufacturing, 104 companies
Plastics, injection molding, and molds, 75 companies
Paper, packaging, and cardboard, 27 companies
Textiles, clothing, and footwear, 18 companies

For site selectors and corporate decision-makers evaluating U.S. market entry, this is a corridor that deserves serious attention.

Partner with Council for South Texas Economic Progress (COSTEP) to explore expansion opportunities in Rio South Texas Region backed by coordinated regional leadership and investment intelligence.

Learn more about Rio South Texas Region at https://autocluster.riosouthtexasregion.com/public-dashboard

03/04/2026

Watch The Rio South Texas Region AutoCluster video.

The AutoCluster represents a powerful network of manufacturers, suppliers, logistics providers, educational institutions, and economic development organizations working together to support automotive growth and innovation.

03/02/2026

Celebrating 14th Texas Governor´s Cup, and the Partnership That Powers It.

This morning, COSTEP CEO Adam Gonzalez had the honor of attending the Texas Independence Day celebration where Site Selection Magazine once again presented Governor Greg Abbott with the Governor’s Cup, marking 14 consecutive wins and 22 overall for Texas.

We are proud to work alongside TxEDC and the Governor’s Office to advance projects that create jobs, expand opportunity, and reinforce Texas’ position as the premier gateway for binational growth.

When Texas leads, regions like ours accelerate.

Thank you for your continued support, partnership, and trust in communities across the state, including Rio South Texas Region.

Texas Economic Development Corporation Texas Economic Development Office of the Governor Greg Abbott KPMG EY PwC CBRE Deloitte JLL

02/27/2026

From Trade Corridor to Capital Platform: Why Laredo and Rio South Texas Region Are No Longer Just a Gateway

For decades, capital flowed through the U.S.–Mexico border. Goods crossed. Trucks moved. Warehouses turned inventory.

But increasingly, something different is happening: The money is staying.

Rio South Texas Region is no longer simply where trade passes. It is where value is being anchored.

The Numbers Signal Structural Change

Trade through the corridor continues to expand at historic levels. In 2024 alone, more than $339 billion moved through the Port of Laredo, exceeding $350 billion in 2025.

At the same time, the industrial footprint has expanded dramatically. The market is projected to reach 61 million square feet by the end of 2026, supported by a construction pipeline that has grown 247% since mid-2024 .

Investment across new industrial corridors now comfortably exceeds $1 billion in land, infrastructure, and vertical construction .

And this growth is not abstract. It is reflected in the tax base. The City of Laredo’s property tax levy increased from $67.6 million in 2013 to over $137 million by 2025, accelerated by industrial construction that began in 2020 .

These are not transit metrics. These are permanence metrics.

What Changed?

Read the complete article at https://riosouthtexasregion.com/from-trade-corridor-to-capital-platform-why-rio-south-texas-region-is-no-longer-just-a-gateway/

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02/24/2026

Rio South Texas Region Reaffirms Itself as a Strategic U.S. Expansion Platform Before INDEX National

U.S. expansion is no longer just about market access. It’s about ex*****on speed, cross-border alignment, and long-term scalability.

During the recent INDEX National leadership visit, Rio South Texas Region reaffirmed its role as a strategic U.S. expansion platform for manufacturers operating across North America.

With aerospace momentum driven by SpaceX in Brownsville, scalable industrial land in Cameron County, customized incentive strategies in Harlingen, and seamless Mexico-Texas supply chain integration, the region is transitioning from opportunity to proven performance.

For site selectors and corporate decision-makers evaluating U.S. market entry, this is a corridor that deserves serious attention.

Read the full article here: https://riosouthtexasregion.com/rio-south-texas-region-us-expansion-platform/

Rio South Texas Region: One Region. Two Countries. One Future.

Cameron County Economic Development Harlingen Economic Development Corporation Greater Brownsville EDC Index Nacional Texas Economic Development Corporation Deloitte KPMG CBRE PwC EY JLL

02/19/2026

Aaron Demerson and Annie Dennis Reinforce Texas–Mexico Competitiveness at INDEX National Meeting

Just moments ago, COSTEP, in collaboration with INDEX Mexico, welcomed Aaron Demerson, President & CEO of the Texas Economic Development Corporation, and Annie Dennis, Deputy Director of Business and Community Development at the Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office, as part of INDEX Mexico’s national leadership agenda taking place in Rio South Texas Region.

Texas and Mexico don’t just trade together. We compete together on the global stage.

Rio South Texas Region: One Region. Two Countries. One Future.

Texas Economic Development Corporation Texas Economic Development Index Nacional Index Nuevo León Index Reynosa Asociación de Maquiladoras de Matamoros, A.C.

02/19/2026

COSTEP Hosts INDEX Nacional Executive Council Meeting in Rio South Texas Region

The Executive Council Meeting of INDEX Nacional, chaired by Eng. Humberto Martinez, is currently underway in Rio South Texas Region, reinforcing high-level collaboration between Mexico and U.S. manufacturing leadership.

Pictures:
1. From left to right: Felipe Villarreal, President of Index Nuevo León; Jael Duran, Director of Index Nacional; Humberto Martinez, President of Index Nacional; Alfonso Valdes, Secretary of Index Nacional; Alfredo Guajardo, President of Index Reynosa.

2. Angel López, President of Index Yucatan; Salvador Maese, President of Index Mexicali; Enrique Moran, President of INDEX Nuevo Laredo.

3. José R. Ruiz, President of Index Metropolitana and Joshua Rubin, Advisor to Index Nogales.

4. Humberto Martinez, President of Index Nacional; Adam Gonzalez, CEO of COSTEP.

Last night, the delegation was welcomed with a reception at Casa de Palmas, setting the stage for high-level dialogue and strategic coordination in the days that followed.

This strategic binational gathering is organized and coordinated by COSTEP, further strengthening its role as the institutional bridge connecting industry leaders across borders.

02/18/2026

Why Site Selectors Are Watching the Port of Brownsville?

The Port of Brownsville continues advancing the reconstruction of Cargo Dock 3, a $40 million infrastructure upgrade reinforcing the competitive position of Rio South Texas Region in national and global supply chains.

The project is funded through a partnership between the Texas Department of Transportation Maritime Division and the Brownsville Navigation District, including an $11.5 million Maritime Infrastructure Program grant awarded in 2023 as part of TxDOT’s historic $240 million statewide port investment initiative.

For site selectors, this is not incremental improvement, it is measurable capacity expansion.

Hard Infrastructure Metrics That Matter:
• #1 U.S. Port for Export Value within Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ)
• Top 3 FTZ nationwide
• 40,000 acres of industrial development opportunity
• 1+ million sq. ft. covered storage
• 3+ million sq. ft. open storage
• 6 liquid cargo docks
• 13 cargo docks
• 51,000 jobs supported
• $3 billion in annual state economic activity

Opened in 1936, the port has evolved into a strategic deep-water gateway positioned at the center of U.S.–Mexico manufacturing integration.

Port of Brownsville, TX Texas Economic Development Corporation Deloitte KPMG CBRE PwC EY JLL

02/16/2026

Edinburg EDC Strengthens Rio South Texas Region’s Position at the 2026 Texas Economic Outlook

The Rio South Texas Region continues reinforcing its competitive edge as the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation participated in the 2026 Texas Economic Outlook, featuring economic analysis from the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas and leading industry authorities.

Key discussions addressed:

• Texas labor market and demographic shifts
• Inflationary pressures and macroeconomic projections
• Trade flows and cross-border supply chains
• Sector performance shaping 2026–2027 growth

For Rio South Texas Region, where trade, logistics, healthcare, education, and advanced manufacturing drive regional GDP, aligning local development strategy with credible economic forecasting is a strategic advantage.

Regions that operate with data-driven discipline attract capital with confidence.

If your company is evaluating U.S. expansion, nearshoring, or strategic relocation, the Rio South Texas Region offers workforce strength, cross-border connectivity, and forward-looking economic alignment.

Partner with Council for South Texas Economic Progress (COSTEP) to explore expansion opportunities in Rio South Texas Region backed by coordinated regional leadership and investment intelligence.

Learn more about Rio South Texas Region at https://riosouthtexasregion.com/

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02/13/2026

COSTEP was present at the 2026 McAllen State of the City Address, where Rick Carrera, Director of Economic Development, joined regional leaders and private-sector partners to witness one of the strongest economic expansion cycles in McAllen’s recent history.

The numbers speak clearly:

• Nearly $5 billion in taxable sales
• Over $507 million in construction activity
• A $578 million municipal budget supporting 120+ infrastructure projects
• Expansion of the Anzaldúas International Bridge toward full commercial cargo operations
• $200 million in airport modernization investment

The 2026 State of the City made one thing clear: McAllen is not just growing, it is scaling strategically, with infrastructure, trade connectivity, and regional partnerships aligned for long-term success.

In the Picture:
Susie Torres – Killam Development
Rick C. - COSTEP
Abelardo Bocanegra Jr., P.E., CFM – Killam Development
Carlos Telles – CBRE
Paco Sanchez – RGV Partnership
Anna Talbert – RGV Partnership

City of McAllen TX Government McAllen Economic Development Corporation McAllen Chamber of Commerce Texas Economic Development Corporation

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