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Grupo Bimbo Commits $2 Billion to Modernize Plants and Expand Low-Emission Fleet in Mexico

Deployment is slated to begin in seven states, nine municipalities under Mexico’s Plan México framework.

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Overview

  • President Claudia Sheinbaum’s July 17 morning conference served as the platform for the announcement, underlining the federal government’s support for the project.
  • The plan will upgrade over 30 production sites and enlarge the company’s low-emission delivery network across seven states and nine municipalities.
  • Officials project the initiative will generate around 2,000 direct jobs and more than 10,800 indirect roles within local economies.
  • Funding will prioritize renewable energy usage, electrification of the distribution fleet and circular-economy packaging to advance Bimbo’s sustainability objectives.
  • With 97 percent of raw materials sourced domestically, the investment aims to strengthen partnerships with Mexican farmers and suppliers.