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The International Business Daily FRIDAY, APRIL 10, 2026 |
Spain strengthens its position in CAF with a new Vice Presidency in Madrid and $300 million from the ICO
Spain is consolidating its position as a key hub for CAF in Europe. The First Vice President and Minister of Economy, Trade and Business, Carlos Cuerpo, received the Executive President of CAF – Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean, Sergio Díaz-Granados…
Featured Interview
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GESCO: ESIC's flagship Master's program that transforms Marketing and Sales in the age of AIÁfrica Hernández and José Ángel Sanz analyze how the GESCO program at ESIC Business and Marketing School is evolving to integrate Artificial Intelligence and prepare leaders to transform global markets through a strategic, practical, and technological approach. |
Strategic News
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The chemical industry will lead Spanish exports in 2025 despite the risk of disinvestment due to energy costs.Spain's chemical industry led exports in 2025 with €62.926 billion. Despite operational stability, the sector is calling for structural energy measures to curb the risk of disinvestment in the face of lower costs in the US. |
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US upholds tariffs on metallic silicon from Angola and Laos after confirming dumping practicesThe USITC determined that metallic silicon from Angola and Laos causes material injury to the U.S. industry. The measure seeks to curb dumping and unfair subsidies, protecting domestic producers following investigations by the Department of Commerce. |
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ICO Spain strengthens its European network with a smart vehicle terminal in the Port of BarcelonaICO Spain has announced the start of construction on its new vehicle terminal in the Port of Barcelona, scheduled to become operational in early 2028. The project strengthens the company's European Ro-Ro network, establishing a logistics hub… |
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Education and the Spanish Chamber of Commerce are promoting Dual Vocational Training in SMEs with an investment of €1,5 millionEsther Monterrubio, Secretary General for Vocational Training, presented the FP Pyme 2025-2027 program at the Spanish Chamber of Commerce. This €1,5 million initiative aims to strengthen business competitiveness by integrating SMEs into… |
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AECIM establishes the Defense and Aeronautics Industry Commission to lead a €10.500 billion sectorThe Madrid Metal Companies Association (AECIM) has established the Defense and Aeronautics Industry Commission, a platform designed to position the region's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the face of an investment cycle that will mobilize… |
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72,5% of companies identify Artificial Intelligence as the engine of efficiency for global logisticsSIL Barcelona presented the 16th Logistics Circle Barometer, revealing that 72,5% of companies see Artificial Intelligence as a strategic ally to improve productivity and operational efficiency in the face of trade challenges… |
Events
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Friday, April 10, 2026 Social Commerce: Destination VietnamAimed at companies in the Valencian Community interested in enhancing their international presence through digital tools in the Vietnamese market. |
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From Sunday, April 12th to Thursday, April 16th, 2026 B2B Meetings AlgeriaThe Algerian government is promoting massive investments in infrastructure and energy, with the goal of renewables reaching 40% of the energy mix by 2030. |
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From Monday, April 13th to Thursday, April 16th, 2026 39 Gourmets RoomThe 39th Salón Gourmets projects the internationalization of the high-end agri-food industry in April 2026. |
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Monday, April 13, 2026 Fintech Bridge: Spain & Türkiye 2026The Madrid Chamber of Commerce is promoting a high-level forum to connect regulators, banking entities and technology leaders from both countries. |
Companies around the world
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SKINVITY lands in Selfridges and KaDeWe: Spanish cosmetic technology conquers European luxury retailThe company, led by Blanca Miñano, begins its global expansion with a physical presence in London and Berlin, consolidating its position as a benchmark in clinical-grade personal care devices for home use. |
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eDreams ODIGEO boosts its Prime subscription model in South Africa after consolidating its successeDreams ODIGEO begins the full expansion phase of its Prime subscription service in South Africa. After a year of operations with exceptional customer satisfaction results, the company is accelerating its roadmap to reach 13 million subscribers… |
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AVOS Tech boosts its strategy in Latin America with its entry into Argentina and Paraguay through VN GlobalProsegur Group's technology unit consolidates its regional presence by integrating VN Global's operational capabilities. With this acquisition, the firm doubles its footprint in the Latin American market, adding an infrastructure of eight operational centers and a team… |
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Grupo Enhol consolidates its expansion in Costa Rica with the $100 million San Miguel wind farm projectThe Navarre-based company Grupo Enhol is making its definitive entry into the Costa Rican market with the development of a 43,2 MW wind farm in Guanacaste. The project, carried out in partnership with NAIAD Renovables, represents a milestone in the energy transition… |
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Grupo Cuñado expands its presence in Argentina with strategic projects in Vaca MuertaThe Spanish multinational consolidates its presence in the Argentine energy market by supplying 28,5 kilometers of offshore gas pipelines and critical components for the new Punta Colorada hydrocarbon storage terminal… |
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COFIDES invests €90 million in EYSA together with Tikehau Capital to boost urban digitalizationThe public asset manager COFIDES has formalized a minority stake in EYSA through the FOCO fund, with the aim of accelerating the transition to a sustainable mobility model and strengthening the technological capacity of the business fabric in Spain. |
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