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Carlos Mortera
Senior Director - Latin America

Joined AMT in 2002, after an international tenure living and Brazil and travelling extensively thru South America. Carlos graduated from Monterrey Institute of Technology with a B.S. in Computer Systems. Pursued Master Degrees in Business Administration & Manufacturing Sciences. His experience in the industry includes working for Emerson Electric, with management positions in IE, International Trade, Finance, HR & Materials. Carlos worked at Cummins Inc. where he was responsible for areas such as Procurement, IT, Operations, Engineering, and General Management for businesses in Brazil and Mexico. His experience also includes working as VP Administration for a Toto Inc., and managing a multi national company producing and marketing cooling towers in the Americas. Carlos lived in Sao Paulo, Brazil for 4 years as Managing Director of the Brazilian division of Cummins´ business in filtration & exhaust. Fluent in 3 languages and possess s broad experience in green fielding & brown fielding of small to large operations as well of Global Sales and Marketing.

Joined AMT in 2002, after an international tenure living and Brazil and travelling extensively thru South America. Carlos graduated from Monterrey Institute of Technology with a B.S. in Computer Systems. Pursued Master Degrees in Business Administration & Manufacturing Sciences. His experience in the industry includes working for Emerson Electric, with management positions in IE, International Trade, Finance, HR & Materials. Carlos worked at Cummins Inc. where he was responsible for areas such as Procurement, IT, Operations, Engineering, and General Management for businesses in Brazil and Mexico. His experience also includes working as VP Administration for a Toto Inc., and managing a multi national company producing and marketing cooling towers in the Americas. Carlos lived in Sao Paulo, Brazil for 4 years as Managing Director of the Brazilian division of Cummins´ business in filtration & exhaust. Fluent in 3 languages and possess s broad experience in green fielding & brown fielding of small to large operations as well of Global Sales and Marketing.

Posts by Carlos Mortera
International
By Carlos MorteraAug 09, 2023

International News From the Field: Mexico, Brazil, and Latin America

Big investments in everything from paper pulp to electric vehicles to air conditioners and much more mean GDP expansion, job creation, and a strong path forward for resilient Brazil and Mexico. For more industry intel and other tidbits, read on.

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International
By Carlos MorteraJun 08, 2023

International News From the Field: Mexico, Brazil, and Latin America

Latin America’s busiest markets are stronger and more vibrant than ever. Many sectors are seeing investments to create and expand capacity, which has led to great business opportunities. For more industry intel and other tidbits, read on.

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International
By Carlos MorteraApr 12, 2023

International News From the Field: Mexico, Brazil, and Latin America

Brazil and Mexico see increased exports and domestic demand. Sustainability gains momentum as many companies and governments commit to reducing their carbon footprint and promoting a circular economy. For more industry intel and other tidbits, read on.

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International
By Carlos MorteraMar 09, 2023

AMT Mexico Secures Critical REPSE Certification To Assist Members’ Field Service Projects

Mexico’s REPSE certification for the outsourcing and subcontracting of third-party service rendered in country affects AMT members' Mexican subsidiaries and customers. We are excited to announce that AMT Mexico has secured this critical certification.

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International
By Carlos MorteraFeb 13, 2023

International News From the Field: Mexico, Brazil, and Latin America

High interest rates, inflation, and difficulty are on the horizon. Is it holding back investments and the economic growth of the Latin American market? That’s a no. The region seems busier than ever. For more industry intel and other tidbits, read on.

7m read
International
By Carlos MorteraNov 22, 2022

International News From the Field: Mexico, Brazil, and Latin America

Mexico sees hundreds of millions in FDI from China, as well as large investments in automotive. In Brazil, strong automotive production, electrification trends, and mining set the pace of market growth. For more industry intel and other tidbits, read on.

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International
By Carlos MorteraSep 28, 2022

International News From the Field: Mexico, Brazil, and Latin America

Near-shoring and automotive electrification are benefiting our neighbors to the south as investments continue to grow in this sector, as well as for plant expansions, medical, energy, and tech growth. For more industry intel and other tidbits, read on.

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International
By Carlos MorteraJul 14, 2022

AMT To Renew Standing MOU With INA, the Auto Parts Manufacturers Association for Mexico

This renewed agreement seeks to expand the existing collaboration by having AMT and INA work together at various events to promote industry best practices both in technology investment as well as advanced strategies to facilitate training and development.

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International
By Carlos MorteraMay 09, 2022

International News From the Field: Mexico, Brazil, and Latin America

The news from Latin America continues to be chock-full of opportunities. Foreign investment sustains its upward trend in automotive, steel, telecom, aerospace, medical, IT, mining, and a surprise or two. For more industry intel and other tidbits, read on.

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International
By Carlos MorteraFeb 21, 2022

International News From the Field: Mexico, Brazil, and Latin America

The news from Latin America still turns heads. Mexico’s auto parts investments continue to explode, while plans are confirmed for local builds of electric trucks and buses. Speaking of trucks, Brazil’s truck sales broke records in 2021 ...

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