International financial institution established and capitalized in equal parts by the United States and Mexico for the purpose of financing environmental infrastructure projects in the border region. www.nadb.org
Business organization advocating and supporting international trade in the Americas, particularly in the U.S. southwest border region. Includes news and information about issues of concern. www.thebta.org
News and information about and for the maquiladora industry, including business directories, statistics, maps, laws, cost and tax information, industrial park locations, and upcoming events. Some content requires paid membership. www.maquilaportal.com
Resource center for individuals and institutions involved in economic research on topics related to the U.S.-Mexico border. Includes collection of economic data and an archive of published papers. English and Spanish content. www.nobe-ref.org
Report by the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas on the role of maquilas in the Mexican economy and in U.S. corporate strategy in achieving competitively priced goods in the world marketplace. www.dallasfed.org/research/swe/1999/swe9906.pdf
Customhouse brokers offer online tracking of shipments, plus online price quotes for their services. Also includes map of office locations. www.mcanales.com
Helps U.S. companies open factories in Mexico with database of information on laws, wages, locations, and working conditions. Main offices in Juarez and El Paso. www.teamnafta.com