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Celebrating a New Era of Growth: Lear Corporation Expands with Fourth Automotive Plant at Green Valley

At Green Valley Advanced Manufacturing Hub, we are proud to celebrate a major milestone in the industrial growth of Honduras. Lear Corporation, a global leader in automotive seating and electrical systems, has officially inaugurated its fourth manufacturing plant within our hub. This expansion reinforces Green Valley’s reputation as the most advanced and sustainable industrial park in the region and highlights Honduras’ growing role in global manufacturing.

 

A Strategic Expansion in a Thriving Market

 

 

For years, Lear Corporation has been a valued partner in Green Valley’s mission to provide world-class infrastructure for high-tech industries. This new plant is more than an expansion—it is a testament to the strength of Honduras as a key manufacturing hub.

During the inauguration, Nick Roelli, President, Director, and CEO of Lear Corporation, emphasized Honduras’ critical role in the company’s global operations. With 14% of Lear’s global sales coming from the region and 18% of its global workforce based here, this investment is a commitment to long-term success.

“We cannot be successful without thriving here. This is a key and strategic market for our growth,” Roelli stated.

 

Why Green Valley? The Ideal Industrial Hub for Global Leaders

 

At Green Valley Advanced Manufacturing Hub, we offer an environment where companies like Lear Corporation can expand, innovate, and thrive.

As a 500-acre free trade zone, Green Valley provides:

✅ Customized industrial infrastructure for high-tech manufacturing
✅ Proximity to Puerto Cortés, the largest port in Central America
✅ Cost-effective operations in a business-friendly setting
✅ A commitment to sustainability, ensuring long-term success

With cutting-edge technology, strategic location, and unmatched support services, Green Valley continues to attract top-tier multinational companies looking to scale efficiently and sustainably.

 

A Commitment to Sustainability and Innovation

 

At Green Valley, sustainability is at the core of our operations. Our decarbonization plan is designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 60% within the next three years.

Our key environmental initiatives include:

🌿 Solar energy integration and renewable power solutions
🌿 Energy-efficient processes like steam and cogeneration optimization
🌿 LED lighting, recycling programs, and reforestation efforts

By operating in Green Valley, companies like Lear Corporation benefit from a future-proof, eco-friendly industrial park that supports both business and environmental goals.

 

Economic Growth and Job Creation in Honduras

 

With this expansion, Lear Corporation is set to generate hundreds of new jobs, reinforcing Green Valley’s role as a major driver of economic development in Honduras.

Currently, our industrial hub employs over 12,000 people and collaborates with more than 220 local and international suppliers. As we continue to grow, we remain committed to empowering the local workforce and fostering a sustainable manufacturing ecosystem.

 

A Celebration of Progress

 

The inauguration ceremony was attended by key industry leaders and government officials, including:

🔹 Nick Roelli, CEO of Lear Corporation
🔹 Enrique Orta, Global Vice President of Connection and Electrical Transmission Systems
🔹 Marcia GOrta, Global Vice President of Connection and Electrical Transmission Systems
🔹 Marcia Gabilondoth America Business Division
🔹 Óscar Díaz, Director of Operations for Lear Honduras
🔹 Miguel Medina, Minister of Promotion and Investments of Honduras

Their presence underscored the strategic importance of Honduras in the global industrial sector.

 

Green Valley: The Future of Industrial Growth in LATAM

 

As we celebrate this new chapter, Green Valley Advanced Manufacturing Hub reaffirms its commitment to providing cutting-edge industrial solutions for global companies. With world-class infrastructure, sustainability-driven initiatives, and a highly skilled workforce, we are setting new standards for industrial excellence in Latin America.

The future of manufacturing is here—and we are proud to be at the center of it.