Manufacturing investment
Decades of investment behind Honduras' manufacturing base
Honduras' export manufacturing ecosystem has grown through sustained investment in industrial parks, production infrastructure, machinery, technology, suppliers and specialized services.
Manufacturing in Honduras
2025 industry impact
Investment with measurable economic impact
The textile-maquila industry contributes to the Honduran economy through manufacturing activity, employment, wages, local purchases, services and investment.
Direct GDP impact
7%
Indirect GDP impact
29%
Total GDP impact
36%
US$1.253B
Payments in wages, social benefits and compensation.
L 48.907B
Purchases and service payments within the Honduran economy.
L 4.277B
Sales tax generated through purchases and service payments.
Investment origin
A diversified base of domestic and international investment
Honduras' industrial ecosystem combines strong domestic participation with investment from North America, Central America, Europe and Asia.
A global investment footprint.
Additional investment origins include China, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Hong Kong, Costa Rica, Denmark, Spain, Tunisia and other markets.
Investment origin
Companies
Honduras
150
United States
79
Canada
13
South Korea
10
El Salvador
8
Germany
7
Mexico
7
Panama
6
Guatemala
5
Long-term confidence
30+
years of long-standing brand presence in HondurasGlobal manufacturing relationships built over decades
Global brands and manufacturers have maintained long-term production and sourcing relationships in Honduras, supported by an established industrial base, specialized suppliers and experience serving international markets.