Category Archives: Spain

Press Releases & News from Spain distributed via EuropaWire

EIB and Kutxabank Partner to Boost Green Investment in Spain with €300 Million Agreement

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Kutxabank have inked a landmark covered bond purchase agreement totaling €300 million, facilitating Kutxabank to unlock up to €600 million for financing green projects in Spain, particularly focusing on energy-efficient construction. This … Read the full press release

trinamiX Unveils Innovative Sensing Solutions for Consumer Electronics and Automotive at MWC 2024

(IN BRIEF) trinamiX GmbH is showcasing its Face Authentication with liveness detection technology for smartphones and vehicles, offering a secure and convenient method to protect devices and data. The solution even detects realistic three-dimensional masks, ensuring user privacy without compromising … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Acquires 200 Charging Sites to Spearhead Electric Mobility in Spain in Partnership with Wenea

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies and Wenea have joined forces to establish a prominent presence in the Spanish electric mobility sector by creating a network of high-power charging hubs. TotalEnergies has acquired Nordian CPO, a subsidiary of Wenea, which owns 200 charging … Read the full press release

Spanish Engineering Group Sener Joins Forces with Fildravo for Philippine Offshore Wind Ventures

(IN BRIEF) Spanish engineering group Sener and Philippine architecture engineering consulting firm Fildravo have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on offshore wind projects in the Philippines. The partnership will combine Sener’s global offshore wind engineering expertise with … Read the full press release

SEAT S.A. Appoints Sven Schuwirth as Executive Vice-President for Sales and Marketing, Overseeing SEAT and CUPRA Brands

(IN BRIEF) SEAT S.A. has appointed Sven Schuwirth as the new Executive Vice-President for Sales and Marketing, overseeing both SEAT and CUPRA brands, starting from February 1, 2024. This appointment marks a natural progression in Schuwirth’s career at SEAT, where … Read the full press release

Telefónica Embraces Helium Mobile Hotspots to Extend Network Reach in Mexico

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica, a leading telecommunications provider, has collaborated with Nova Labs to introduce Helium Mobile Hotspots in Mexico. This initiative aims to extend Telefónica’s network coverage, enable mobile data offloading to the Helium Mobile Network, and enhance mobile service … Read the full press release

Spanish Companies Collaborate on World’s First Hydrogen-Powered High-Speed Train Project

(IN BRIEF) Ten Spanish companies are joining forces for the groundbreaking Hympulso project, aiming to develop a renewable hydrogen fuel cell-based propulsion system for a high-speed train. Led by Talgo, the initiative includes partners like Golendus, Ingeteam, Repsol, Sener, and … Read the full press release

Sustainable Transit in Basque: Kapsch TrafficCom’s Traffic Signal Priority Systems Improve Public Transport in Vitoria-Gasteiz

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom has successfully implemented traffic signal priority systems for public transport in Vitoria-Gasteiz, a city in the Basque region with approximately 250,000 inhabitants. This initiative aims to enhance sustainable mobility in the city. Kapsch TrafficCom’s technology is … Read the full press release

EIB Backs Renfe’s Rail Modernization with €225 Million Financing

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) is set to provide €225 million in financing to Renfe for the modernization of its high-speed and freight trains. The funding includes a €125 million loan to renew the high-speed fleet, involving the … Read the full press release

5G Milestone: Vodafone, Qualcomm, and Xiaomi Triple Upload Speeds

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone, Qualcomm, and Xiaomi have achieved a major breakthrough in 5G technology through a successful test in Europe. They achieved peak upload speeds of up to 273 megabits per second (Mbps), significantly faster than the typical 100 Mbps … Read the full press release

Plenitude Enhances Spanish Offshore Wind Portfolio with BlueFloat and Sener Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) Plenitude, an Italian energy company specializing in renewable energy, has joined forces with BlueFloat Energy and Sener Renewable Investments to advance offshore wind projects in Spain. This partnership strengthens their existing consortium and creates a dominant player in … Read the full press release

Telefónica Prepares to Celebrate 100 Years with Centenary Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica is gearing up to celebrate its 100th anniversary with a series of initiatives and events throughout 2024, culminating around April 19, the date marking 100 years since the establishment of the Compañía Telefónica Nacional de España (CTNE). … Read the full press release

Iberdrola’s Chairman Advocates Energy Storage and Local Community Involvement for Renewable Expansion at Davos Forum

(IN BRIEF) Ignacio Galán, the Executive Chairman of Iberdrola, stressed the significance of energy storage in accelerating investments in renewables during his participation in the Davos Forum session on tripling renewables. Galán emphasized the need for investments in electricity distribution … Read the full press release

Spanish Subsidiary of Kapsch TrafficCom to Optimize Traffic Control in Basque City

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom’s Spanish subsidiary is now managing Vitoria-Gasteiz’s traffic information and control systems, aiming to ensure safe and reliable urban mobility in the Basque city. The four-year contract, valued at EUR 4 million, covers the installation, operation, and … Read the full press release

BevZero Announces Strategic Partnership with TOMSA Destil to Distribute equipment for sustainability in the wine industry, as well as the development of Next-Gen Dealcoholization technology

(IN BRIEF) BevZero and TOMSA Destil have partnered to revolutionize the beverage industry. They are developing a state-of-the-art dealcoholization technology called “ClearAlc” and offering eco-friendly solutions to wineries, including emissions reduction, CO2 recovery, energy efficiency, and wastewater treatment. This collaboration … Read the full press release

Alstom Foundation Promotes Environmental Education Initiative in Spain to Combat Plastic Pollution

(IN BRIEF) The Alstom Foundation is collaborating with Fundación Vivo Sano in Spain to launch the “Seres Plásticos” environmental education program, aimed at raising awareness about the issues stemming from plastic waste accumulation. This initiative, primarily conducted in schools, will … Read the full press release

Leadec Expands Operations to Spain and Portugal, Offering Integrated Facility Management Services

(IN BRIEF) Leadec, a global service specialist for factories throughout their life cycle, is extending its presence to Spain and Portugal, increasing its reach to 16 countries. The expansion allows industrial companies in the Iberian Peninsula to access Leadec’s technical … Read the full press release

Groupe BPCE and EIB Join Forces to Provide €300 Million for Green Transition of SMEs and Mid-Caps

(IN BRIEF) Groupe BPCE and the European Investment Bank (EIB) have collaborated to offer a €300 million package aimed at facilitating the green transition of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and mid-cap companies. This partnership enables Groupe BPCE to provide … Read the full press release

Iberdrola Secures €300 Million Loan from World Bank’s IFC for Renewable Projects in Fossil Fuel-Dependent Nations

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola has entered into a loan agreement with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector investment arm of the World Bank, for €300 million, linked to ESG criteria, to support renewable energy projects in countries heavily reliant … Read the full press release

Iberdrola Initiates Vineyard Wind I: The First Large-Scale Offshore Wind Farm in the US

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola has commenced the commissioning of the Vineyard Wind I offshore wind farm, marking the first major offshore wind project of its kind in the United States. With a capacity of 806 MW, the facility has begun supplying … Read the full press release