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Catalonia in business

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.

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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.

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Chinese investment in Catalonia triples compared to the previous five-year period

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

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

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.

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This guide offers clear, practical steps for moving to Catalonia, covering residence and work permits, intra-company transfers, entrepreneurial visas, and international postings.

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“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.

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Catalonia strengthens business ties with China in Industry 4.0 technologies

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Catalonia deepens economic relations with Mexico through institutional mission

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Barcelona becomes the first Fraunhofer headquarters in Spain, reinforcing Catalonia’s scientific leadership

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Danish company NORMAL invests €20M in Catalonia for first Spanish logistics hub, creating 300 jobs

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Catalonia launches €40M public fund to boost space industry

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The Catalan Wines program has introduced 80 Catalan wineries to the US market over the past 15 years

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40 years of ACCIÓ-Catalonia Trade & Investment supporting Catalonia’s economy with 250,000 jobs

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Catalonia expands business cooperation with Africa through executive program

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Lidl launches €140M logistics platform in Barcelona, its biggest in Spain

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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.

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Logo 1 Agenda

Li-ion Battery
Europe 2025

3 – 4 Nov, 2025

Barcelona

Logo 2 Agenda

Smart City Expo
World Congress 2025

4 – 6 Nov, 2025

Barcelona

Websummit
Lisbon
2025

10 – 13 Nov, 2025

Lisbon

Medica 2025

17 – 20 Nov, 2025

Düsseldorf

SLUSH 2025

19 – 20 Nov, 2025

Helsinki

III European Forum of
Industrial Property

26 – 28 Nov, 2025

Barcelona