Information for and about the companies based in Rio South Texas Region that are innovating, growing, and scaling toward global markets — stories of talent, resilience, and international ambition.

March 6, 2026

Promoting Opportunity Through Regional Collaboration

Strong partnerships are the foundation of strong communities. This week, COSTEP, as the regional economic […]
March 6, 2026

Industrial Intelligence Briefing Presents the First Data-Driven View of the Manufacturing Ecosystem in Rio South Texas and North Tamaulipas

Economic development leaders, industry stakeholders, and regional partners gathered in McAllen, Texas for the Industrial […]
March 2, 2026

Celebrating 14th Texas Governor´s Cup, and the Partnership That Powers It

This morning, COSTEP CEO Adam Gonzalez had the honor of attending the Texas Independence Day […]
March 2, 2026

Foreign Trade Zones: Rio South Texas Region’s Built-In Tariff Mitigation Strategy

With data presented by Federico Schaffler, Foreign Trade Administrator at Port Laredo, during the session […]
February 27, 2026

From Trade Corridor to Capital Platform: Why Laredo and Rio South Texas Region Are No Longer Just a Gateway

Based on “OpEd 53 Building on Trade” analysis by Dr. Daniel Covarrubias, Director of the […]
February 24, 2026

Rio South Texas Region Reaffirms Itself as a Strategic U.S. Expansion Platform Before INDEX Nacional

As global manufacturers recalibrate their North American footprint, Rio South Texas Region continues to strengthen […]
February 19, 2026

Aaron Demerson and Annie Dennis Reinforce Texas–Mexico Competitiveness at INDEX National Meeting

Just moments ago, COSTEP, in collaboration with INDEX Mexico, welcomed Aaron Demerson, President & CEO […]
February 19, 2026

COSTEP Hosts INDEX Nacional Executive Council Meeting in Rio South Texas Region

The Executive Council Meeting of INDEX Nacional, chaired by Eng. Humberto Martínez, is currently underway […]
February 18, 2026

Port of Brownsville Accelerates Strategic Infrastructure Expansion in Rio South Texas Region

The continued reconstruction of Cargo Dock 3 at the Port of Brownsville represents far more […]