KEY ASSETS
Building a future-ready workforce with a robust
20-year educational ecosystem.
Human Capital
Access a 165,500 true labor shed supported by a 20-year-long educational ecosystem now expanding to meet the talent needs of incoming industries.
Training and Development
On-site institutions like Intecap, UVG, and renowned national schools offers strategic programs aligned with target industries. Innovation and technology centers support industry R&D needs.
On-site Energy Availability
Onsite access to the main Pacific 230 KV energy line’s substation. Madre Tierra Mill generates 50MW from renewable sources (bagasse). No toll fees required, even for the redundancy ring, ensures low energy costs.
WORLD-CLASS STANDARDS
Flexible, adaptable, and tailored to your needs from 4,000 m²
Designed and Developed under International Standards
Designed under AMPIP, the Mexican Industrial standards and pursuing LEED Campus.
Designed to be flexible and adaptable
Smartly designed to fit your needs, starting at 4,000 sqm (43,000sqft).
Free Trade Zone Ready (ZDEEP)
Enjoy world class buildings whether your market is Guatemala or focused on exports. We've designed Camantulul so you can choose between Free Trade Zone (ZDEEP) or 29-89.
sqm of Industrial Buildings
sqm ready by Q2 2025
60 min - True Labor Shed
Camantulul
Free Trade Zone (ZDEEP)
A Zona de Desarrollo Económico Especial Público (ZDEEP) in Guatemala offers numerous benefits, including significant tax incentives such as a 10-year exemption from Income Tax (ISR) and suspension of VAT and import duties.
Breakground
Q3 2024
Free Zone Ready
Q2 2025
35k sqm
ZDEEP
Q2 2025
45k sqm
ZDEEP
Q4 2026
Masterplan for the next century
Designed by Gensler.
Our strategic vision for the next 15 years entails the creation of a minimum of 20,000 new jobs, with a primary focus on the integration of women into the formal workforce to drive gender equality and economic empowerment. Our objective is to establish a community distinguished for its exceptional quality of life, offering the most competitive cost of living in the region. Through the achievement of these targets, we aspire to become the economic development exemplar for the Guatemalan Dream, setting a benchmark for prosperity and inclusivity.
Education
Hub
The education hub is the next phase of growth after 20 years of strategic development and investments in energy and education. This expansion will transform Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa into a thriving industrial hub and workforce haven. With research centers in ICT, renewable energy, biotechnology, and arts, the city offers education from primary to post-professional levels. It combines mixed-use areas and educational nodes with flexible spaces, aiming to improve quality of life by creating jobs and providing advanced services, attracting foreign investments, and harmonizing urban design with natural resources. This presents an unparalleled growth opportunity for businesses and communities alike.
Madre Tierra Foundation
The Ingenio Madre Tierra Foundation aims to foster sustainable development and enhance the quality of life for communities in Guatemala’s southern coastal regions. By focusing on education, economic development, natural resource conservation, social development, health, and cultural promotion, the foundation has made significant strides in improving community welfare. Their initiatives have led to better educational opportunities, sustainable economic practices, enhanced health standards, and strengthened community bonds. Through their efforts, they have not only uplifted the local communities but also promoted environmental stewardship and cultural values, creating a lasting positive impact on the region.