Brownsville Accelerates Through Rio South Texas Region’s Binational Autocluster

Brownsville is taking the driver’s seat in a bold new era of industrial collaboration through the Binational Automotive Cluster of the Rio South Texas Region, launched earlier this year. This initiative strategically connects key communities across South Texas and Northern Tamaulipas to boost regional competitiveness in the global automotive supply chain.

Brownsville: A Strategic Logistics Hub

Brownsville brings unmatched infrastructure assets to the cluster:

• 4 international bridges facilitating direct commercial flow with Matamoros
• A deepwater port with a projected $2 billion expansion, including the Brazos Island Harbor Channel deepening project
• Class I rail service with direct access to Mexico
• Immediate access to I-69E, connecting the Gulf Coast to major U.S. markets
• 1 SpaceX Spaceport
• A 40-year history in advanced manufacturing

These advantages make Brownsville a key logistics and industrial gateway within the Binational AutoCluster.

Over 1,000 Acres Ready for Advanced Industry

The Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation (GBIC) is actively developing three strategic industrial sites: the I‑169 N Corridor, the Brownsville Air + Space Campus, and the North Brownsville Industrial Park. Together, these parks offer over 1,000 acres of “shovel-ready” land tailored for suppliers and OEMs in automotive and mobility industries.

Momentum for Transformation

As global trends like nearshoring, electrification, and supply chain reconfiguration accelerate, Brownsville is uniquely positioned to lead. Its port access, industrial land availability, and binational workforce strategy make it an ideal entry point for next-generation automotive investment.

The Binational AutoCluster is a real-world example of how Rio South Texas Region Works For You—aligning infrastructure, workforce, and innovation to help companies compete globally and grow sustainably.

Let´s talk about how Rio South Texas Region may Work For You.