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The manufacturing industry is a driver of development in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC).

 

 
Industry is an important source of employment and economic development. The manufacturing sector provides more than 10% of the jobs in (LAC). Argentina, Brazil, and Mexico manufacture most of the products made in the region. Other LAC countries still have a long way to go to achieve the level of productivity, efficiency, and innovation needed to boost the sector's development in the medium and long term.
 

Challenges and OpportunitiesTo develop the manufacturing industry in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), we must acknowledge that today's scenario has changed and will continue to change in the future. The global context has evolved, challenging the r


To develop the manufacturing industry in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), we must acknowledge that today's scenario has changed and will continue to change in the future.

The global context has evolved, challenging the region not only because of technological advances that have increased productivity in other countries, but also because of new globalization patterns and the decelerating pace of trade which has been ongoing since the financial crisis of 2008.

The region's manufacturing sector must rely on more than the low cost of labor, a usual factor for competition with other countries, as many industries are already favoring factories with higher technology in their own countries. The productivity of LAC companies is of vital importance to be able to compete in the future.

Manufacturing

Our Strategy

We promote productivity gains and improvements in the efficiency of production processes and facilitate innovation and digital transformation.
 

We strive to help our clients grow and compete as well as create jobs throughout the value chain, becoming a strategic partner to increase their competitiveness. We offer a wide range of financial solutions and advisory services adapted to the needs of our clients.

Manufacturing

Our Commitment

IDB Invest seeks investments that generate financial returns and have a positive impact on development, creating jobs, helping disadvantaged sectors, and contributing to environmental sustainability.

We are committed to the economic and social development of Latin America and the Caribbean. Our extensive experience and strong local presence give us a competitive advantage when it comes to understanding the circumstances, challenges, and opportunities of each country, as well as for designing financial solutions that adapt to the specific needs of our clients.

We not only ensure the financial viability of each project but also the long-term social and economic impact. We consider environmental and social aspects, gender equality, climate change, and corporate governance.

Latest projects

Adelca Ecuador - Import Finance
Aceria del Ecuador C.A.
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Ecuador

Financing amount

$ 30,000,000

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Almacenes del Norte
Proyecto Ventanilla S.A.C.
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Peru

Financing amount

$ 50,000,000

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Fondería
Grupo Fondería S.A. de C.V.
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Mexico

Financing amount

$ 88,217,900

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Fonderia SCF
Grupo Fonderia S.A. de C.V.
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Mexico

Financing amount

$ 11,000,000

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Equirent
Equirent Vehículos y Maquinarias S.A.S. BIC
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Colombia

Financing amount

$ 10,000,000

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Indufoam
Industrias de Foam S.A. de C.V.
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El Salvador

Financing amount

$ 10,000,000

Más infromación
Sal de Vida
Galaxy Lithium S.A.
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Argentina

Financing amount

$ 50,000,000

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El Rosado II Bono
Corporacion El Rosado S.A.
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Ecuador

Financing amount

$ 20,000,000

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Veneza Paraguay
Veneza Inversiones PY SA
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Paraguay

Financing amount

$ 11,000,000

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Codevi
Compagnie de Développement Industriel S.A. (Codevi), MD Industries Haiti Ltd. and Grupo M S.A
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Haiti

Financing amount

$ 15,000,000

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Blogs and News

News

23 Feb 2023

New IDB Invest Study Analyzes the Benefits of Digital Transformation in Manufacturing

Digital transformation in manufacturing

News

23 Feb 2023

New IDB Invest Study Analyzes the Benefits of Digital Transformation in Manufacturing

Digital transformation in manufacturing

News

08 Feb 2023

IDB Invest, ILX and Bladex Support Electromobility and Vehicle Financing in Colombia with Finanzauto

Small business delivery driver

News

08 Feb 2023

IDB Invest, ILX and Bladex Support Electromobility and Vehicle Financing in Colombia with Finanzauto

Small business delivery driver
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Publicaciones

  • February 2021

    DEBrief: Productivity Differences among Manufacturing Firms in Latin America and the Caribbean

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  • September 2022

    Resilient Value Chains in the Caribbean

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  • September 2022

    Reverse Factoring for MSMEs: A Financial Tool for Supply Chain Development?

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  • June 2021

    DEBrief: Can Digital Credit Boost E-commerce among MSMEs?

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Rodrigo

Navas

Manufacturing Team Leader
About
Meet Our Expert:

Rodrigo leads the Manufacturing Team at IDB Invest, which he joined in 2016. He is responsible for developing business strategies and plans, and for managing clients and structuring transactions in the manufacturing sector in Latin America and the Caribbean. He has more than 15 years of experience in the IDB Group, where he has led multiple operations in most of the countries in the region and in various economic sectors.

Before joining the IDB Group, Rodrigo developed a professional career in international finance for more than 20 years in financial institutions in the local, regional and global banking sector. His experience includes the development of loan and capital market operations.

Rodrigo earned a master’s degree in business administration (MBA) and an undergraduate degree in business administration, with a minor in finance, from Universidad FUNDEPOS de Costa Rica.

Contact: rodrigon@idbinvest.org
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