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by ACCIÓ - Catalonia Trade & Investment
Issue 111 | October 30th 2025
The 2026–2030 plan aims to attract 600 investment projects, create 45,000 jobs, and boost sustainable industrial growth across Catalonia.
New! Six Practical Guides for Doing Business in Catalonia
Thinking of setting up a business in Catalonia? We’ve got you covered! Our practical guides walk you through key steps, from taxes and incentives to employment contracts and legal procedures.
Chinese investment in Catalonia triples compared to the previous five-year period
Chinese investment in Catalonia tripled in 2020–2024 versus 2015–2019, surpassing €1.3 billion and strengthening economic ties between both regions.
US company Elian to invest €200M to expand plant-based protein facility in Barcelona
Supported by a €2.25M grant, the expansion will drive sustainable plant-based protein growth and enhance Catalonia’s agri-food hub.
Catalonia in the spotlight in USA Today
Our CEO, Jaume Baró, shares why Catalonia is one of Europe’s most attractive destinations for business and technology.
This guide offers clear, practical steps for moving to Catalonia, covering residence and work permits, intra-company transfers, entrepreneurial visas, and international postings.
“Catalonia Trade & Investment’s support was crucial in securing appointments for our European employees when relocating to Spain”
Inma Oviedo, Global Mobility and Talent Acquisition team, Nestlé.
Catalonia strengthens business ties with China in Industry 4.0 technologies
Catalonia deepens economic relations with Mexico through institutional mission
Barcelona becomes the first Fraunhofer headquarters in Spain, reinforcing Catalonia’s scientific leadership
Danish company NORMAL invests €20M in Catalonia for first Spanish logistics hub, creating 300 jobs
Catalonia launches €40M public fund to boost space industry
The Catalan Wines program has introduced 80 Catalan wineries to the US market over the past 15 years
40 years of ACCIÓ-Catalonia Trade & Investment supporting Catalonia’s economy with 250,000 jobs
Catalonia expands business cooperation with Africa through executive program
Lidl launches €140M logistics platform in Barcelona, its biggest in Spain
Smart Cities
in Catalonia
Catalonia is a pioneer in the adoption of smart solutions for urban management, with public and private initiatives developing internationally recognized strategies and municipal projects.
