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24 Feb 2026
Catalan Exhibitors at Mobile World Congress 2026
Catalan Economy
See more Catalan Exhibitors at Mobile World Congress 2026Download the Catalogue of Catalan Exhibitors at MWC 2026 and discover the talent and innovation shaping the future of technology.
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23 Feb 2026
The number of startups in Catalonia hits 2,403 in 2025, 5.2% over the previous year, and the highest figure on record
Catalan Economy
See more The number of startups in Catalonia hits 2,403 in 2025, 5.2% over the previous year, and the highest figure on recordCatalan startups collectively generate some €3 billion in turnover, up 26% year-on-year, and employ over 30,500 people (+34%).
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20 Feb 2026
Catalan exports set a new all-time record in 2025 and surpass €100 billion
Catalan Economy
See more Catalan exports set a new all-time record in 2025 and surpass €100 billionCatalan exports closed 2025 with a total volume of €100.779 billion, an increase of 0.6% over the previous year.
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05 Feb 2026
Catalonia assumes the presidency of the ECRN, the European Union’s leading chemical industry network
Catalan Economy · Chemistry & Sustainability
See more Catalonia assumes the presidency of the ECRN, the European Union’s leading chemical industry networkCatalonia will lead the ECRN in 2026–2027, strengthening its role in shaping EU chemical policies, innovation, and decarbonization strategies.
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29 Jan 2026
Barcelona gets ready for ISE 2026: insights from Mike Blackman
Catalan Economy · International Events
See more Barcelona gets ready for ISE 2026: insights from Mike BlackmanNext week, Barcelona once again becomes the global capital of audiovisual innovation.
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28 Jan 2026
Barcelona strengthens position as Europe's AI Hub with 129 million euros Supercomputer expansion
Catalan Economy · Tech & Digital Transformation
See more Barcelona strengthens position as Europe's AI Hub with 129 million euros Supercomputer expansionBarcelona's MareNostrum 5 supercomputer gets a €129M AI upgrade, offering European businesses and researchers unprecedented access to advanced computing power.
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26 Jan 2026
The number of video game startups in Catalonia grows 35% over the past five years
Catalan Economy
See more The number of video game startups in Catalonia grows 35% over the past five yearsVideo game startups have raised over $130M, as Catalonia leads the EU in foreign investment, number of projects, and job creation in the sector.
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15 Jan 2026
Barcelona Airport breaks passenger record in 2025 as Spain’s air traffic reaches historic high
Catalan Economy
See more Barcelona Airport breaks passenger record in 2025 as Spain’s air traffic reaches historic highBarcelona–El Prat Airport closed 2025 with a new all-time record in passenger numbers, reinforcing its role as one of Europe’s leading international hubs.
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17 Dec 2025
SEAT & CUPRA invests €4.85 million in a new Circular Economy Hub in Barcelona
Catalan Economy · Business Investments
See more SEAT & CUPRA invests €4.85 million in a new Circular Economy Hub in BarcelonaSupported by public funding, the hub promotes circular economy, waste reduction, and sustainable industrial transformation in Catalonia.
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