ZF Inaugurates automotive technology center Campus in Monterrey, Mexico

ZF opens state-of-the-art campus in Monterrey, Mexico, housing R&D center and manufacturing plant for ADAS technology. $200 million investment boosts Nuevo León's role in global mobility innovation.

Baden-Württemberg · Germany- Zahnradfabrik Friedrichshafen AG (ZF), a company that supplies systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and industrial technology., has officially inaugurated the campus that will house four corporate function hubs for North America and the company's first R&D center in Mexico.

The Monterrey campus, situated at FINSA Guadalupe Industrial Park spanning 43,294 square meters, serves as a strategic complex for ZF, consolidating its presence in the region and globally. Complementing the advanced electronic components manufacturing plant established in 2023, this campus represents the first multifunctional and multi-divisional facility for ZF in Mexico.

Martin Fischer, President of ZF North America and Board Member, underscores the significance of the Monterrey campus, stating, ""This center is of utmost importance to our company regionally and globally, as it will allow us to drive innovation and the development of new technologies, helping us stay at the forefront of the mobility industry. In addition, the hubs of corporate functions such as finance, IT and HR operations, which are also part of this campus, are extremely relevant to guarantee the operation and efficiency of the company, since they serve various regions,".

With a $200 million investment, ZF has crafted one of Mexico's foremost automotive technology complexes. The campus fosters collaboration and multidisciplinary work through its design under the Office 3.0 concept, emphasizing open spaces.

“This investment is a win-win. First, because one thing is certain, that every dollar, peso or euro invested in our state is multiplied, and second, because here they will work on global projects, confirming that Nuevo León has established itself as a new world hub for technology and electromobility," said Iván Rivas, secretary of economy of Nuevo Leon.

The ZF Electronic Systems Monterrey manufacturing plant produces smart cameras for Advanced Assisted Driving Systems (ADAS) and Integrated Brake Control systems, with capability for fully automated driving in passenger and light commercial vehicles.

The Research and Development center has 16 laboratories that can perform tests to prevent and correct product failures. Its state-of-the-art equipment simulates the real-world conditions a vehicle is exposed to in different environments, allowing engineers to gain accurate information about its behavior in various situations.

This milestone marks a tipping point for the state's industry, as it symbolizes the transition from an economy based on manufacturing to one focused on cutting-edge engineering, design and product development. This contributes to making Nuevo León the innovation hub for the mobility industry in the country, developing world-class talent and fostering collaboration between companies, universities and government.

Jorge Vazquez, Director of ZF Monterrey and R&D Mexico, asserts, "ZF Monterrey represents a crucial step on our path towards a more sustainable and connected mobility. With this campus, we are creating a unique ecosystem in Nuevo Leon that will drive innovation and the development of disruptive mobility technologies"