Category Archives: Spain

Press Releases & News from Spain distributed via EuropaWire

Lightsource bp and The Fashion Pact Team Up for Innovative Solar Power Agreement in Fashion Industry

(IN BRIEF) Lightsource bp has entered into a collective virtual power purchase agreement (CVPPA) with The Fashion Pact, a sustainability initiative in the fashion and textile industry. This CVPPA, associated with Lightsource bp’s solar portfolio in Spain, provides a long-term … Read the full press release

Merck to Showcase Oncology Portfolio Advancements at ESMO 2023, Highlighting Key Cancer Treatment Breakthroughs

(IN BRIEF) Merck, a leading science and technology company, is set to present 28 abstracts at the 2023 European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) Annual Meeting in Madrid. These abstracts will showcase the latest research on Merck’s oncology portfolio, addressing … Read the full press release

EpimAb and Almirall Collaborate to Develop Bispecific Antibodies for Multiple Targets

(IN BRIEF) EpimAb Biotherapeutics, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in multispecific antibodies, and Almirall, a global biopharmaceutical company focused on medical dermatology, have entered into a license agreement to develop bispecific antibodies for up to three undisclosed target pairs. Almirall … Read the full press release

Catalyzing Green Energy: EIB Commits €700 Million for Naturgy’s Power Network Upgrade in Spain

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has approved a €700 million loan to support the expansion and modernization of Naturgy’s electricity distribution network in Spain. The first tranche of €500 million has been signed in Madrid, and the project … Read the full press release

Almirall Partners with Centrient Pharmaceuticals to Establish Innovation Lab at R&D Center in Barcelona

(IN BRIEF) Almirall, a global biopharmaceutical company specializing in medical dermatology, has entered into an agreement with Centrient Pharmaceuticals, a leader in sustainable biosynthetic pharmaceuticals, to establish a dedicated innovation lab at Almirall’s R&D center in Sant Feliu de Llobregat, … Read the full press release

Ericsson and CTTC Collaborate on Research Projects to Advance 5G and 6G Network Slicing

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and the Centre Tecnològic de Telecommunications de Catalunya (CTTC) have formed a research partnership to address the challenges of massive network slicing in advanced 5G and 6G networks. This collaboration is part of the UNICO I+D program, … Read the full press release

MYTILINEOS Advances in Spanish Solar Market with Key Milestones in Jaen, Guillena, and Badajoz Projects

(IN BRIEF) MYTILINEOS Energy & Metals, a global manufacturer and contractor of solar energy and energy storage projects, has achieved significant milestones in its solar projects in Spain. The Jaen and Guillena solar projects, each with 50 MW capacity, have … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. announces that Digi Spain Telecom S.L.U., its subsidiary in Spain, and abrdn plc have completed the first investment within the transaction having as subject matter the financing of the roll out of a Fibre-to-the-Home (“FTTH”) network in Andalusia, Spain

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications N.V. and its subsidiary in Spain, Digi Spain Telecom S.L.U., have completed the first investment in financing a Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) network rollout in Andalusia, Spain. The initial investment covers 1.35 million homes passed, with the entire … Read the full press release

RWE Innovates Sustainability in Wind Power with Orkoien Onshore Wind Project

(IN BRIEF) RWE, a leading energy company, has taken a pioneering step in promoting sustainability in wind power with its Orkoien onshore wind project near Pamplona, Spain. Over 14 months, RWE constructed a 5.7-megawatt onshore wind turbine while testing two … Read the full press release

EIB Grants €150 Million Loan to Cepsa for Over 1,800 Ultra-Fast EV Charging Stations in Spain and Portugal

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided a €150 million loan to Cepsa to facilitate the installation of over 1,800 ultra-fast electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at Cepsa service stations in Spain and Portugal. This initiative aligns with … Read the full press release

SEAT Donates Vehicles to Hospital Clínic Barcelona for Home Care Professionals

(IN BRIEF) SEAT S.A. has entered into a partnership with Hospital Clínic Barcelona, donating three SEAT Ibizas to support the mobility of professionals working in the hospital’s Home Care Area (HCA). The initiative aims to ensure safe and high-quality care … Read the full press release

Maersk Unveils Innovative Rail Route from Barcelona to Southern France, Significantly Reducing Cargo Transit Times

(IN BRIEF) In a strategic move aimed at expediting ocean cargo transport, Maersk is introducing a novel rail service linking the Port of Barcelona to Southern France. This tailored offering targets regions such as Toulouse, Bordeaux, and Lyon, providing a … Read the full press release

Green Electricity Deal: Iberdrola and TMD Friction Services Join Forces

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola and TMD Friction Services have signed a 15-year contract for the supply of green electricity. Iberdrola will provide approximately 50 GWh of clean energy per year to cover over 50% of TMD’s electricity demand in Germany starting … Read the full press release

BBVA Launches €1 Billion Share Buyback Program, Strengthening Commitment to Shareholder Distributions

(IN BRIEF) BBVA, with a robust capital position boasting a fully-loaded CET1 ratio of 12.99 percent as of June 2023, has announced its intention to initiate a new share buyback program worth €1 billion. This program is considered an extraordinary … Read the full press release

Indra Streamlines Traffic Management for Transurban’s Queensland Road Assets with In-Mova Traffic Platform

(IN BRIEF) Indra, a technology solutions provider, has successfully integrated the management of Transurban’s road assets in Queensland, Australia, into a single control center using its In-Mova Traffic platform. This includes two highways and four major tunnels in Brisbane, covering … Read the full press release

Lucas di Grassi Joins ABT CUPRA for the Upcoming Formula E Season

(IN BRIEF) Lucas di Grassi, the most successful driver in Formula E history, is making his return to the competition as part of the ABT CUPRA team for the forthcoming season, set to commence in Mexico on January 13, 2024. … Read the full press release

CUPRA Opens Stylish City Garage in Berlin’s Vibrant Am Tacheles District

(IN BRIEF) CUPRA, the Spanish automotive brand, has expanded its global presence by opening a new CUPRA City Garage in Berlin’s lively Am Tacheles district. The launch event celebrated the connection between Berlin and Barcelona, two cities known for their … Read the full press release

CASA SEAT’s October Lineup: A Month of Festivities, Music, and Cultural Events

(IN BRIEF) CASA SEAT in Barcelona has unveiled a diverse lineup of cultural events for October. Festivities kick off with Oktoberfest celebrations, followed by participation in the 48H Open House Barcelona architecture festival. The month concludes with a Halloween event … Read the full press release

Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans) Partners with Indra to Pave the Way for Global SWIM System Deployment in Aviation

(IN BRIEF) Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans) has teamed up with Indra Avitech to become one of the pioneers in implementing the SWIM (System Wide Information Management) system. SWIM is an intranet designed to connect all stakeholders in the aviation … Read the full press release

Sener Designs Eco-Friendly Cargo Vessels with Carbon Capture for Grona Shipping

(IN BRIEF) Engineering firm Sener has developed the conceptual and basic engineering for two cargo vessels with carbon capture systems designed for Grona Shipping, a German company operating in the North Sea and Baltic Sea. These vessels, with capacities of … Read the full press release