Amazon Web Services (AWS) has unveiled plans to launch a new infrastructure region in Mexico, reinforcing its commitment to meeting the rising demand for cloud services in Latin America. The AWS Mexico (Central) Region, scheduled to go live in early 2025, will consist of three Availability Zones, providing developers, enterprises, and government organizations with a local option for running applications and storing data securely.
“AWS is excited to see thousands of customers in nearly every industry across Mexico innovate and grow. Our investment in Mexico reflects AWS’s long-term commitment to customers so they can take advantage of advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning. We look forward to helping customers in Mexico meet data residency preferences and deliver cloud-based applications with low latency, accelerating the country’s digital transformation, and fueling economic growth,” said Prasad Kalyanaraman, Vice President of Infrastructure Services at AWS.
As part of its dedication to Latin America, AWS plans to invest over $5 billion (approximately MXN $85 billion) in Mexico over the next 15 years. This investment aims to support the growing adoption of cloud services and contribute to developing digital skills in the region.
Prior to this, AWS announced the launch of the AWS European Sovereign Cloud, a dedicated cloud service designed for the European public sector and highly regulated industries.
Enhanced infrastructure
The new AWS Region in Mexico will expand AWS's global footprint, adding three Availability Zones to the existing 105 across 33 regions globally. With an additional 15 Availability Zones planned across various countries, including Malaysia, New Zealand, and Thailand, AWS continues to emphasize high availability and low-latency connectivity.
The AWS Mexico (Central) Region addresses the need for data residency, enabling customers to store their content within the country securely. This move not only aligns with data sovereignty preferences but also ensures lower latency for end-users across Latin America.
Customer impact
Major organizations in Mexico, such as Aeroméxico, Banco Santander Mexico, and Cinépolis, have already leveraged AWS to drive innovation and operational efficiency. The introduction of the new region is welcomed by these customers, as it signifies AWS's commitment to local infrastructure investment, offering higher performance for mission-critical applications and more efficient telecommunications services.
“Cloud services are an essential part of everyday life, helping us to digitally and economically transform Mexico. We welcome AWS’s investment and expansion in Mexico because it is a sign of trust and demonstrates conditions are right to support the nearshoring trend across many sectors of our economy. We also welcome AWS’s investment in training students, micro, small and medium-sized companies, and digital entrepreneurs in Mexico at scale,” said Raquel Buenrostro, Mexican secretary of economy.
AWS partner network (APN)
Local AWS partners, including Escala 24x7, Nyx Technologies, and XalDigital, express their enthusiasm for the upcoming AWS Region. XalDigital's CEO, Denis Génova, sees this investment as pivotal for accelerating digital transformation in Mexico and offering numerous benefits to their customers across various sectors.
AWS has steadily expanded its presence in Mexico since 2020, with the launch of CloudFront edge locations, AWS Outposts, and Local Zones. These initiatives have aimed to provide secure and efficient cloud services, addressing the diverse needs of businesses and industries in the region.
Investment in upskilling
AWS is investing in infrastructure and upskilling programs for students, developers, and professionals. With initiatives like AWS re/Start, AWS Academy, AWS Educate, and AWS Skill Builder, the company is preparing the Mexican workforce for careers in the cloud. Since 2017, AWS has trained over two million people across Latin America, with 400,000 individuals in Mexico alone.
