Mexico’s Profepa Shuts Down Illegal Coastal Construction in Quintana Roo, Yucatan, Campeche
Profepa inspections in three Mexican states led to 11 temporary closures for unauthorized coastal construction.
Development
Aguakan Builds Six New Manholes to Strengthen Sanitary Sewer System in Playa del Carmen
Aguakan is building six new manholes in Playa del Carmen to improve sewer maintenance and prevent leaks.
Playa del Carmen Mayor Meets Developers, Pledges Faster Permits and Investment
Mayor Estefanía Mercado met with developers to promise streamlined permits and transparent processes to boost investment.
Carlos Slim Announces $5 Billion Investment in Mexico for 2026
Billionaire Carlos Slim announced a $5 billion investment in Mexico for 2026, citing regulatory simplification and confidence in the economy.
Cancun Cathedral Construction Lags Behind Schedule, No Completion Date Set
Cancun's new cathedral is only 78% complete, missing its May deadline for the structural phase.
Mara Lezama Reviews New Projects for Mahahual With Environmental Approval
Governor Mara Lezama announced new investment alternatives for Mahahual after the cancellation of Perfect Day.
Yucatán Marina Club Aims to Turn Progreso Into Mexico’s First “Nautical City”
Plans for a new large-scale marina development in Yucalpetén are putting Progreso at the center of a broader conversation about…
Mara Lezama Evaluates 5 Energy Projects for Quintana Roo, Denies Deal With Turkish Floating Plants
Governor Mara Lezama says no deal is closed with Karpowership, as state studies four to five energy proposals.
Mexico Authorizes Army to Reconstruct Bacalar Lagoon Pier
Mexico's environment agency approved the Army's plan to rebuild a pier and palapas in Bacalar, with a 50-year lifespan.
Residents Revive Petition to Protect Chen Zubul Green Space in Playa del Carmen
Citizens and groups restart a petition to preserve the Chen Zubul plot as a zero-density green area.