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13 Apr 2026
SEAT & CUPRA launches a new electric vehicle in Barcelona, reinforcing the city's role as a leading hub for mobility transformation
Catalan Economy · Automotive, Logistics & Smart Cities
See more SEAT & CUPRA launches a new electric vehicle in Barcelona, reinforcing the city's role as a leading hub for mobility transformationCatalonia advances electric mobility as CUPRA launches a new EV in Barcelona, reinforcing its role as a leading hub for innovation, talent, and automotive investment.
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18 Mar 2026
€50 million investment to triple DFactory Barcelona’s innovation space
Catalan Economy · Tech & Digital Transformation
See more €50 million investment to triple DFactory Barcelona’s innovation spaceDFactory Barcelona begins its Phase 2 expansion, tripling its footprint to attract global companies in advanced manufacturing, health, and agro-industry by 2027.
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17 Mar 2026
Catalonia advances a €10 million quantum initiative to enhance secure communications in Europe
Catalan Economy · Tech & Digital Transformation
See more Catalonia advances a €10 million quantum initiative to enhance secure communications in EuropeCatalonia is deploying a 12-node quantum ring to protect critical communications and accelerate post-quantum cybersecurity.
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11 Mar 2026
Eurecat technology center marks 10 years with €1.25 billion impact on Catalonia’s economy
Catalan Economy · Tech & Digital Transformation
See more Eurecat technology center marks 10 years with €1.25 billion impact on Catalonia’s economyBacked by ACCIÓ-Catalonia Trade & Investment, Eurecat has delivered 16,000+ innovation projects, invested €27M in tech infrastructure, and created 12 spin-offs over the past decade.
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02 Mar 2026
Catalonia ranks 8th globally for attracting tech and digital foreign investment projects
Catalan Economy · Tech & Digital Transformation
See more Catalonia ranks 8th globally for attracting tech and digital foreign investment projectsCatalonia has attracted €9.3 billion in foreign investment in this field over the past five years, 165% more than in the previous five-year period.
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26 Feb 2026
Catalonia’s packaging industry reaches €12.2 billion with 855 companies and a strong global presence
Catalan Economy
See more Catalonia’s packaging industry reaches €12.2 billion with 855 companies and a strong global presenceCatalonia’s packaging sector counts 855 companies, €12.2B in turnover, and 36,500 jobs, with strong export capacity and innovation.
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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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