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THE STATE OF MORELOS, MEXICO
GLOBAL CONTEXT
The State of Morelos, has a development strategy that seeks to balance economic growth
with social and environmental well-being.
Since 2012, the New Government “Vision Morelos”, has developed public policies that aim to
achieve a new and sustainable State, with social, environmental and economic development.
Investments have been made in the agricultural, industrial and service sectors, developing
new models in order to achieve economic growth while preserving our rich natural resources
and culture.
Together with six other States in Central Mexico, Morelos belongs to the Environmental Commission of the Megalopolis, which represents one fourth of Mexico´s total population.
Morelos makes an important contribution to the development of the central region of the
country and provides environmental services such as water, biodiversity and clean air to the
other States, including Mexico City.
Due to its favourable geographical location, just one hour away from Mexico City, Morelos has
an ideal climate throughout the year which has privileged the State with eight out of the ten
major ecosystems in the country, sustaining great biodiversity and natural resources.
Morelos, also aims to be a center for international trade and knowledge:
In 2014, the State captured 83.7 million dollars of foreign direct investment, 226% more than
in 2013.
To achieve our goals, we started to modernize the road infrastructure and the supply of natural gas.
The State has increased the connectivity by road and air, in order to become an axis across
the country, connecting the Gulf of Mexico with the Pacific Ocean and the most important
ports of Tampico and Veracruz on the Atlantic with Acapulco on the Pacific Coast. These actions will allow us to increase productive chains and transport in order to boost the economy
and to meet the needs of the domestic and global market.
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Mexico City
International Airport
Av. Morelo
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Morrow
LLerdo de Tejada
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Rayón
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89 km Airport
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Boulevard Juárez
H. Galeana
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Nezahualcóyotl
Av. Morelo
Hidalgo
Hidalgo
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Av. Morelo
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- Cuernavaca Downtown
Travel time 1 hour 40 minutes
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Huitzilac
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Tepoztlán
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Abasolo
Tlayacapan
Cuernavaca
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Oaxtepec
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Temixco
3y4
1y2
Puente de Ixtla
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Yecapixtla
Cuautla
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Miacatlán
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24 km Cuernavaca
Downtwon -
1 Cuernavaca, Morelos, Convention Center
Centro de Convenciones Xochitepec
Cd. Ayala
Tlaltizapán
2y3
Jojutla
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Tlaquiltenango
5y6
Travel time 34 minutes
Jantetelco
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Jonacatepec
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Morelos
Lagoons
Archaeological Sites
Water Parks
Tourist Attractions
1 Zempoala
2 Tequesquitengo
3 El Rodeo
4 Coatetelco
1 Xochicalco
2 Coatetelco
3 Chalcatzingo
4 Las Pilas
5 Teopanzolco
6 Tlahualtepec
7 Olintepec
1 Agua Hedionda
2 Santa Isabel
3 Las Estacas
4 PAO
5 Las Huertas
6 El Rollo
7 Ex-Hacienda
1 Jardínes de México
2 Jardín Borda
3 Cine Morelos
4 Casona Spencer
5 Catedral
6 Museo Robert Brady
7 Parque Revolución
8 Kiosko
9 Zócalo
10 Museo Cuauhnáhuac
Magical Towns
1 Tlayacapan
2 Tepoztlán
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INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN MORELOS
Morelos is located in Central Mexico, one hour away to the south of Mexico City. The territory consists of approximately 5000 km2 and is divided in 33 municipalities. It has a large and
modern highway infrastructure and can easily be reached from the. International Airport in
Mexico City, by the autopista del Sol towards the city of Cuernavaca.
The key sectors of the state are research services, agribusiness, automotive industry and
tourism. With significant advances in information technology and in the pharmaceutical and
cosmetics industries.
In Morelos, important international companies have build their plants, such as: Baxter, Unilever, Malta Clayton, Saint Gobain, Bimbo, Continental Temic, Autotek and Nissan, the first
plant outside of Japan,that manufactures the “Taxi of the Future”, which circulates in the
streets of New York.
In the agricultural sector, Morelos is an important producer of food products such as rice,
avocados and especially sugar cane. The natural conditions allow large green houses with a
large variety and production of flowers, such as the Noche Buena or Poinsettia, which have
its origin in the State of Morelos.
Also, important food crops are produced, such as: nopal, corn, fruits, cold weather and tropical fruits; as well as herbs, onion, agave, peanuts, amaranth and sorghum.
Also, an important industry of ornamental fish has developed in order to supply the national
and international market.
Morelos hosts more than 40 research centers, and is now consolidated as a state dedicated
to knowledge and education.
In 2015, Morelos will be the first Mexican State, connected fully to the internet, with more
than 4000 hotspots in public spaces.
SPECIFIC PROYECTS
TECHNOLOGY-BASED COMPANIES AND KNOWLEDGE ECONOMY
INNOVACyT Science and Technology Park.
INNOVACyT is a Science and Technology park, located 20 minutes south of the city of Cuernavaca. It is an incubator for technology and knowledge based companies that promote
collaboration between entrepreneurs, technology specialists and scientists.
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CICATA is The Center for Advanced Research, Science and Technology of the National Polytechnic Institute, which is located next to INNOVACYT, and offers support in the area of biotechnology , pharmaceutical and chemical industry.
Also,CONACyT , the National Commission for Science and Technology, will build its permanent headquarters and research center in this area.
Specialized Research Centers
Morelos hosts some of the most important research centers in Mexico.
For the industrial sectors and technology-based companies, Morelos specializes in the following activities:
· Chemical and Physical Technologies
applied to Materials.
· Engineering and Applied Science.
· Renewable energy technology.
· Life Sciences, Health and Food.
· Agricultural Sciences.
· Environment and Conservation.
· Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering.
· Electrical and Electronics.
· Chemical and process Engineering.
· Information Technology.
· Bioengineering
National Center for Research and Technological Development CENIDET
Morelos hosts two of the most important research Institutions in the area of renewable
energy:
The Institute for Renewable Energy of the National University of Mexico
The National Institute for Electric Research
Both have advanced research and technology in the areas of power generation and renewable
energy.
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MORELOS TOURIST DESTINATION
Morelos has always been a favorite tourist destination for artists and scientists. Due to its
wide range of geographical features and diverse ecosystems, Morelos offers many attractions
ranging from the northern forests to the tropical forest of the south.
The history, culture, traditions, magic, joy, nature, wellness and relaxation, have attracted
people from all over the world, looking for a new and alternative lifestyle and well being.
Archaeological sites
Morelos territory has witnessed great human activity for thousands of years. Some of the
best evidences are provided by the archaeological sites from Chimalacatlán with its megalithic constructions; Chalcatzingo, Olmec city with beautiful and huge carved reliefs; Xochicalco, declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO; Tepoztlán, considered a Magical Town and
Teopanzolco whose main building is a replica of the Great Temple, core of the Aztec empire.
Convents
There are eleven convents –Augustinians, Dominicans and Franciscans– dating from the sixteenth century. In the early nineties, they were declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.
Franciscan Monastery of the Assumption of Cuernavaca, the Dominican Convent of the Nativity in Tepoztlán and the Augustinian Convent of Saint John the Baptist of Tlayacapan are
well known by their beauty, architecture, great landscapes and its rich history.
Haciendas
Nowadays, former productive Units called “Haciendas” from the XIX century offer world class
services. As boutique hotels they are attractive options for ecotourism, adventure and sports.
More than 100 Haciendas were build, over a period of 400 years, the vast majority for processing sugar cane and its derivatives. The first Hacienda was founded in Cuernavaca by Hernán
Cortés, conqueror of Mexico and Central America.
Cuernavaca
The city of Eternal Spring offers unique attractions such as the Palace of Cortés,which was
the official residence of Hernán Cortés, the Conqueror of Mexico, the Robert Brady Museum,
house of the American collector and the famous hotel and restaurant Las Mañanitas.
Lake Tequesquitengo
The Lake is one of the main destinations with thousands of visitors. Here it is possible to
perform water sports such as skiing, wakeboarding, triathlon and swimming.
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Chimalacatlán
Chalcatzingo
Tepoztlán
Teopanzolco
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The new Cable Park is the only one in Latin America with a solar energy system.
Arena Teques, overlooking the lake is one of the largest arenas in México and has offered first
class shows for up to 10 thousand people.
Jardines de México (Gardens of Mexico)
The largest floral theme park in the world and a unique project in Latin-America.
It is open 365 days of the year, covers 126 acres of land, distributed in nine theme gardens,
convention center, entertainment center and restaurants. It has generated more than 1,000
jobs for the local inhabitants and nearby communities and more than 3,000 indirect jobs.
Health Tourism
Morelos is known internationally as a destination for health and social tourism. Modern and
varied concepts have been developed for hotels and spas with excellent facilities and qualified personnel. The natural SPA and water park Agua Hedionda is considered one of the best
“Waters” in the world due to its mineral properties.
Conventions
Only 20 minutes south of Cuernavaca is the Morelos Convention Center, with a capacity for
4000 people with a network of hotels, restaurants, golf courses and certified industry professionals at the highest standards.
It has hosted many international Conferences including Green Solutions 2013 and Green Alternatives 2014, 2015 and 2016, which now is an international annual environmental event,
featuring real and local solutions to climate change, sustainable cities and municipalities and
green business and technology.
Pueblos Mágicos - Magic Villages
The villages of Tepoztlan and Tlayacapan are part of the national network of magic villages
of Mexico.
They are ideal sites for tourism, featuring their traditions, festivals, regional cuisine, historic
monuments and natural scenes that have remained for thousands of years. Currently, other
villages of Morelos are also candidates to become magic villages such as: Tlaltizapán and
Zacualpan de Amilpas.
Zapata Route
Emiliano Zapata is one of the great heroes of the Mexican revolution. his agrarian struggle for
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Zempoala
Chichinautzin
Las Estacas
Arena Teques
Jardines de México
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Tequesquitengo
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land and liberty took place in Morelos.
All across the state we find sites and buildings reminding us of these important historic
events of the Mexican revolution. They include a touristic path of several villages, museums,
hotels and amazing places where El Caudillo del Sur formed his legend.
In Anenecuilco,his natal village the local Museum shows the history and life of this great
heroe.
Historic Centre of Cuautla
Zone of historical monuments built from sixteenth to nineteenth centuries. During the struggle for independence took place the historic siege made for 72 days suffered by the population. In Cuautla remains the rests of the General Emiliano Zapata.
INFRASTRUCTURE
Natural Gas Pipeline and Thermoelectric of Huexca
Presently, the Infrastructure for supply of Natural Gas is being developed, in order to reduce
overall costs for energy supply to industries and companies. With more than a $680 million
investment it aims to be an efficient system that will convert 60% of the fuel (natural gas)
into electricity, with advantages such as low environmental impact, low fuel costs and great
flexibility of operation.
Autopista Siglo XXI Gulf - Pacific
The construction of the XXI Century Highway connecting the Gulf of Mexico with the Pacific
and the states of Veracruz, Puebla, Morelos, Guerrero and the State of Mexico.
This new highway will safe important travel time and will lower traffic impact. The new section will have a length of 62 kilometers with an investment of 3 billion pesos.
Railway Cuautla – Multimodal Station
This Railway is reactivated with private and public investment. With the installation of a
multimodal Station the rail will be serving to all industrial areas that need to transfer goods
to the 5 border points with the United States and the shipping points in the Gulf of Mexico
and the Pacific Ocean.
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Via Express Cuernavaca
This project will improve the traffic flow traveling from the DF to the Pacific.
REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT
In Morelos public investment for development is made with a focus on sustainability and
respect for the environment mainly pursuing creation of long-term jobs and a better labor
market.
Las Plazas Outlet Cuernavaca
Outlet Cuernavaca Places project will be developed by the construction company GICSA Cababie Group, with an investment of 2 billion 400 million pesos. The complex will consist of 180
stores, a residential area of 104 apartments and a hotel with 140 rooms. Las Plazas Outlet will
generate 400 jobs during construction and 500 permanent jobs.
Ecozona Cuernavaca
The Government of the State of Morelos takes on the challenge of shaping the growth of its
cities to prevent overflow into the hills, valleys and ravines causing serious environmental
damage.
The Ecozone in the Cuernavaca Historic Center will be an area of great urban dynamism in
which the main aim is to recover and improve the public space, urban mobility and to recover
environmental quality , while promoting economic and social activity.
Residential Club Nautico Teques.
Club Náutico is a new and sustainable residential construction lake side to Tequesquitengo.
It includes 100 meters of waterfront, an area of 115 000 m2, 60% green areas and a hotel with
100 suites.
Teques Villas.
Urban development with 780 homes and commercial area on the new road-Tlatenchi-Jojutla
Tequesquitengo and 72% green areas; garden water treatment plant system and solar power
lighting.
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INDUSTRY
The key sectors of the state are research services, agribusiness, automotive and tourism industries. With significant advances progress in information technology and pharmaceutical
and cosmetics industries.
Green Industrial Development Yecapixtla DIVE
Industrial park focused on the automotive, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industry, is set in an
area of 46 hectares. DIVE Yecapixtla will be a key element to economic development of the
central region of the country, promoting technological innovation.
Industrial city of the Cuernavaca Valley CIVAC
Industrial park and residential neighborhood located on 568 acres. Civac is considered the
most important economic development center of the State of Morelos and it accommodates
a considerably amount of national and international enterprises of various industrial branches such as auto parts, chemical, pharmaceutical and agribusiness.
Baxter
Baxter International Inc. came to Morelos in 1974 and was one of the first companies to settle
in CIVAC. Develops, manufactures and markets products for health care, such as medical devices, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.
Unilever
Unilever is located in CIVAC and its new aerosol plant aims to cover at least 40% of the Mexican market for deodorants. This new plant generated 250 direct jobs and 1000 indirect jobs.
Parque Industrial Cuautla
World-class companies increased their investment and production by up to 100% as is the
case of Hilos Yecapixtla increasing their consumption to 10% of the national cotton production and producing 1,000 tons a week. In 2014, Morelos recorded significant reinvestment of
approximately 172 million dollars.
Continental
Over 20 years in the Industrial Park of Cuautla performing production, development and research in the automotive sector with more than 1800 direct jobs and 350 indirect,
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Baxter
Autotek
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Saint Gobain
Located for over 18 years at the Industrial Park of Cuautla is leading producer of flat glass and
windshields.
Autotek
Autotek is a Cosma division, affiliate of Magna Corporation in the manufacture of automotive
parts. It will produce the chassis for a new assembly model in CIVAC Nissan Plant.
AGRIBUSINESS
Today, the primary production of Morelos, is delivered to the local market as well as to North
America, the European Union and Asia. Morelos is considered one of the most important producers of vegetables, cactus and avocado in the country with a high quality of its produce.
The natural conditions, also allow large production of plants and ornamental fish.
Beef Processing Facility TIF
It will produce meat products with hygiene quality standards for the national and international market.
Parque Agroindustrial
The AgroPark will be provided with logistics and basic infrastructure for different activities
such as primary production, food processing, storage, processing, technology transfer and
marketing to increase productivity and competitiveness among value chain agricultural products.
Avocado
Avocado is one of the products with higher added value in the state. Because of the quality
of our avocados, we have achieved and penetrated different markets. Morelos produces 35
thousand tons of avocado per year, which have been certified for use in the European Union.
Citrus Fruits
28 municipalities produce Persian lemons and oranges. Rancho el Pochotillo a citrus collection center and packing house exports 40 tons of lemons per week to Miami and Amsterdam.
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Sorghum
Sorghum is the second most important crop in Morelos just behind sugar cane. Morelos is
among the four major producing states and this activity is the main livelihood for more than
15 000 families.
Amaranth
A cereal rich in calcium, phosphorus and magnesium, which helps to maintain balance in the
body, especially the central nervous system. It is usually marketed in the form of candy, cereal
and flour.
Rice
The efficiency of rice production in Morelos is one of the highest in the country. In 2000 Morelos’s average rice production was 94 hectares per cycle with a yield of 10.3 tons per hectare.
Ornamental fish
Morelos produces more than 70% of the nation’s domestic supply. More than 2 million fish
per month.
Ornamental Plants
Morelos is one of the nation’s largest producers of ornamental plants. With the highest quality, Morelos has received awards on national and international level. The seeds are imported
from different countries like the United States, the Netherlands and France.
Honey
The current average production of honey remains above 810 tons per year. Currently over 50%
of production is exported from Morelos indirectly to Europe.
Onion
Thanks to the climatic conditions in Morelos, our onions have a unique flavor and quality.
Morelos’s volume of onion production, is equivalent to 9% of the total onion production in
Mexico.
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Tomato
It meets the highest standards of quality for the domestic and international markets, offering
top quality tomatoes to 90% of total production and ensuring a shelf life of 25 days.
Peach
Given the climatic conditions in Morelos, peach production manages to keep a fairly long
period, offering fruit almost all year.
Nopal
The nopal of Morelos has managed to enter different markets nationally and internationally.
Morelos is now considered the second place nationally in production of nopal.
Reed
In Morelos, sugar mills are owned by a company that is responsible, efficient and friendly
to the environment and takes full advantage of the system-product of sugar cane bagasse
co-generated energy to harness, rum, molasses and ethanol.
Sugar mills Emiliano Zapata and Casasano stands out for the best performance in the factory.
Casasano is among the top three in field performance.
Sugarcane workers of the mills of Morelos are the most productive nationally, we are leaders
in field performance and sugarcane production.
Orgullo Morelos
Distinguishing the trade mark: Orgullo Morelos, these products are provided with a special
credit in order to develop. From micro manufacturing of sweets and macrobiotic grains, organic gourmet sauces, energy drinks of aloe vera, seeds, handicrafts, cereals high in nutritional
content among others. Now sold locally and beginning to be exported, these products represent an important income for rural families dedicated to the conservation of the environment
and local culture.
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Rise crops
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SUSTAINABLE FOREST MANAGEMENT
Despite occupying only 0.25% of the area of Mexico, in the state of Morelos there are 8 of the
10 major ecosystems recognized in the country. It ranks 17th in terms of species richness of
Mexico. Harboring 33% of birds, 23% of freshwater fish, 21% of mammals, 14% of reptiles and
10% of Mexican species of flora.
There are six State Natural Protected Areas and five national protected areas by CONANP.
Integrated Waste Management.
The strategy is to divide the state into 10 regions to ensure lower cost of shipments of waste
and establish permanent collection centers.
This strategy minimizes the costs to municipalities by proper disposal of waste, also minimizing the emission of greenhouse gases emitted by waste, creating new business opportunities and preventing contamination of soil, air and water.
Cane fields