Internationalization and European Funds
ICEX is organizing a videoconference on July 8th to explain to Spanish companies how to access projects and funding under the EU's Global Gateway strategy. The session, led by a senior official from the Ministry of Economy, will cover priority sectors and relevant procedures.
Business opportunities in the EU's geoeconomic strategy for developing markets
ICEX Spain Export and Investment has organized a key videoconference for July 8th to detail the strategy Global Gateway from the Unión EuropeaThe aim is to explain to Spanish companies how they can participate in international development projects financed with European funds and what the direct business opportunities are.
Launched in 2021, Global Gateway It has established itself as the main geoeconomic tool of the UE to promote projects in developing countries. Its design has been adapted to the current complex geopolitical context, with a renewed focus on ensuring that European companies are the ones that carry out the actions financed by the European CommissionHowever, the sector acknowledges that the initiative, while ambitious, could prove complex due to the large number of agents and procedures involved.
To unpack this complexity and translate it into business and operational language, the session will feature a presentation by a top-level expert. During the meeting, led by Diego Villafáñez Sagardoy, Head of the Support Unit of the Director General of Economic and Commercial Intelligence of Ministerio de Economía, Comercio y EmpresaCritical issues for managers will be addressed. Among them, the following will be clarified: who exactly is it directed to? this initiative, what tangible benefits Spanish companies can obtain and the detailed procedure for the submission of projects. In addition, the eligibility and evaluation criteria, and the priority sectors that the UE has defined the various financial instruments available for the operations.
The free, virtual videoconference represents a strategic opportunity for Spanish businesses to understand firsthand how to integrate into one of the most important investment programs in the Unión Europea for the next decade. The registration period ends on July 7th at 14:00 PM.
| Concept | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event | Videoconference on strategy Global Gateway |
| Organized by | ICEX Spain Export and Investment |
| Ponente | Diego Villafáñez Sagardoy (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Business) |
| Date and Time | July 8, 2026 |
| Format | Online/Virtual |
| Main goal | Explain to Spanish companies how to access projects and financing from Global Gateway |
Key points and frequently asked questions about the Global Gateway strategy
How can a Spanish SME benefit from Global Gateway?
Although Global Gateway As Spain drives megaprojects, Spanish SMEs have a clear niche as specialized subcontractors, providers of high value-added technology, or as part of business consortia. The key is to identify projects in sectors where España It is competitive, like renewable energy, water management, or digital infrastructure.
What are the first steps to submit a project to Global Gateway?
The first step is information and networking. Attending information sessions like the one organized by ICEX This is fundamental to understanding the eligibility criteria. Subsequently, it is crucial to align the company's value proposition with the priority sectors of the UE (digital, climate and energy, transport, health, and education) and understand the financial instruments that best suit each operation.
What differentiates Global Gateway from other European funding initiatives?
The main difference is its marked geoeconomic and strategic character. It is not just a development aid program, but a response from the Unión Europea to strengthen its global influence, promote its values and standards (sustainability, labor rights) and offer an alternative to investments from other world powers, explicitly favoring the participation of European companies.
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