Airbus GeoTech: How Catalonia’s innovation and talent drive Geospatial Data Excellence

22 Jan 2025

Business Investments

Airbus GeoTech, a leader in geospatial data technology, has established itself as a driving force in Barcelona-Catalonia. Specializing in transforming satellite imagery into actionable data, the company supports urban planning, infrastructure development, and digital transformation with 2D and 3D mapping solutions.

 

“Catalonia Trade and Investment has supported us providing guidance to acquire R&D co-funding opportunities in Catalonia and in Spain”

Roser Roca, CEO of Airbus GeoTech

According to Roser Roca, CEO of Airbus GeoTech, Catalonia’s unique ecosystem is a key enabler of the company’s success. “We’re launching StratObserver, a groundbreaking Earth observation project from the stratosphere, and Catalonia offers everything we need—local risk-sharing partners, collaborations with three leading research centers, and top-tier hardware suppliers. The next step is securing software and data partners within this rich network.”

Barcelona-Catalonia, a thriving hub for talent and innovation

Roser Roca highlights in this interview how Catalonia’s talent pool is unmatched, with a steady pipeline of professionals from world-class universities and a pull for international talent and digital nomads. Airbus GeoTech also actively works to attract local professionals with global experience back to Catalonia, ensuring a robust workforce to meet the demands of their cutting-edge projects.

Additionally, Barcelona-Catalonia’s strategic infrastructure, including excellent railway, sea, and air connectivity, makes it an ideal location for businesses like Airbus GeoTech to thrive.

Collaboration with Catalonia Trade & Investment

Airbus GeoTech’s success is further bolstered by support from Catalonia Trade & Investment, which has provided guidance in securing R&D co-funding opportunities at both regional and national levels.

Catalonia’s innovative environment, strategic location, and talent-rich ecosystem position it as an essential hub for developing geospatial technologies, and Airbus GeoTech is a shining example of how international companies can flourish in this dynamic region.

Contact us and discover how Catalonia Trade & Investment can help you set up and succed in Catalonia. Watch the video interview with Roser Roca, CEO of Airbus GeoTech, to learn more about their inspiring journey.

 

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