New Mexico’s strengths in the manufacturing arena are our highly productive workforce, competitive wage rates, low worker’s compensation premiums, low utility costs, affordable land, and our appealing incentives. Intel, General Electric, Honeywell, and Tempur-Pedic are just a few of the firms who enjoy our business climate. In recent years, we have seen growth in industries such as paper, plastics, machinery, and printing. The proximity to the maquila plants in northern Mexico offers further opportunity for companies located here.