ICEX and Cesce reveal the keys to financing for international growth at the ICEX Forum 2026

Financing for Internationalization

ICEX and Cesce are organizing the workshop "How to make international growth possible" on July 2nd as part of the ICEX Forum 2026. The session, led by Marta Valero and Beatriz Reguero Naredo, will address the challenges and financing solutions for Spanish companies seeking to expand into global markets.

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On July 2nd, within the framework of ICEX Forum 2026The key workshop “How to make international growth possible”, organized by ICEX sponsored by CesceThe session, which will take place in La NaveIt will address the essential financing schemes for the global expansion of Spanish companies, under the premise that “Without funding, there is no internationalization”.

This event is designed to address one of the major challenges facing Spanish businesses: access to suitable financial instruments that drive and sustain their international growth. The session is intended to generate a real impact, offering concrete solutions and financial agility to companies seeking to consolidate their presence in the international market.

Expert speakers for a high-value session

The workshop will feature the participation of two key figures in the ecosystem of support for internationalization in EspañaOn one hand, it will intervene Marta Valero, executive director of Financing of ICEX, who will contribute the strategic vision of the public entity in the promotion of investment and external growth.

Next to her will be Beatriz Reguero Naredo, director of the State account in CesceTheir participation is fundamental to understanding the mechanisms of export credit insurance and other tools that mitigate the risks associated with commercial operations abroad.

Institutional framework and European funding

El ICEX Forum 2026 is organized by ICEX, the Secretaría de Estado de Comercio and the Ministerio de Economía, Comercio y EmpresaThe event, which is sponsored by Cesce and collaboration La Nave, is part of the initiatives funded by the Plan de Recuperación, Transformación y Resiliencia (PRTR), specifically within Component 32 of the funds NextGenerationEU, which underlines its strategic importance for the Spanish economy.

Event Details	Key information
Event Framework	ICEX Forum 2026
Workshop Title	"How to make international growth possible"
Date	July 2, 2026
Place	The ship
Main Speakers	Marta Valero (ICEX) and Beatriz Reguero Naredo (Cesce)
Finance	Funds NextGenerationEU (PRTR)

Key points and frequently asked questions about financing for internationalization

Why is financing crucial for the internationalization of a Spanish SME?

Financing is the driving force that allows companies, especially SMEs, to cover the costs of entering new markets, such as feasibility studies, international marketing, product adaptation, and the establishment of sales networks. Without adequate financial backing, the operational and commercial risk is too high, hindering expansion.

What kind of solutions can be expected from the ICEX and Cesce workshop?

Executives attending can expect to gain practical information on public financing options, export credit insurance, guarantees and sureties for international transactions, as well as instruments to cover exchange rate or default risks. Specific solutions for providing financial agility to export projects will be addressed.

What role do entities like ICEX and Cesce play in supporting exports?

ICEX It acts as a promoter and facilitator, offering financing programs and strategic advice so that Spanish companies can compete abroad. For its part, CesceAs an export credit agency on behalf of the State, it specializes in the management of commercial risks, offering insurance that protects exporters against potential defaults by foreign clients.

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