Unilever Mexico , a company focused on products such as food, personal care, ice cream, beauty and wellness, announced an investment in Mexico of 30 billion pesos (mdp) for the expansion of its industrial operations between 2025 and 2028 .
The announcement was made within the framework of Plan Mexico during President Claudia Sheinbaum ‘s morning press conference , highlighting the importance of this investment for the country’s economic growth and the strengthening of the company’s operations under a focus on innovation and sustainability .
“This announcement is an example of how at Unilever Mexico we transform investment into real impact: in jobs, technology, stronger value chains, and development for all,” said Mildred Villegas, general manager of Unilever Mexico.
The company noted that the investment will boost domestic market growth, create jobs, and expand production capacity through new manufacturing lines . It also seeks to respond to consumer dynamics with greater agility and efficiency.
One of the most notable projects within this initiative is the construction of a plant in Salinas Victoria, Nuevo León , whose implementation represents an additional investment of eight billion pesos , adding to the eight billion pesos previously invested in its construction.
“This announcement is a commitment to growth, innovation, and quality, as well as to the immense potential we see in Mexico and its people,” said Willem Uijen, Unilever Global’s chief supply chain and operations officer.
This plant will generate approximately 1,200 direct and indirect jobs and will strengthen the production of beauty and personal care products to supply both the domestic and Latin American markets.
Currently, Mexico is among Unilever’s top 10 markets worldwide, employing more than 7,000 people in the country.
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