SAN JOSE -- Flextronics will expand its EMS operations in Mexico through the development of a new facility in Ciudad Juarez. The plant is scheduled to be operational in the first half of 2006.

"Flextronics selected Ciudad Juarez based on its strategic access to North American markets," said chief operating officer Mike McNamara. "The supply base in this area is well established, allowing for logistical cost savings and increased efficiencies."

The facility will perform product build-to-order, product completion and pack-out, mechanical services and logistics such as repair and distribution.

Mike McNamara, Flextronics' chief operating officer. "Ciudad Juarez's proximity to the United States offers flexible logistics options including next-day delivery advantages, shorter transit times and lower transportations costs.

Other Flextronics operations in Mexico are in Guadalajara and Aguascalientes.