Financing for Internationalization
The Aclunaga naval cluster, together with CaixaBank and AVCO Legal, is organizing a conference on June 18 in Vigo to present companies in the sector with external financing tools and business opportunities in emerging markets such as Southeast Asia.
The naval cluster Aclunaga is organizing the next event on June 18th in Vigo A key day for the internationalization of the sector. The event, in collaboration with experts from CaixaBank y AVCO LegalThe meeting will address financing instruments and access to new strategic markets at the Sessions Building of the Puerto de Vigo.
This initiative, developed jointly with Vigo Ship Repair y AVCO LegalIts main objective is to equip companies in the naval value chain with practical tools to strengthen their global competitiveness. According to the cluster, the event aims to facilitate access to financial resources and new expansion opportunities in an increasingly demanding market environment.
Tools and funding to compete globally
During the session, various export support instruments will be analyzed in depth. Among the solutions to be presented, the following stand out: international factoring, supplier credit, FIEM funds and other officially supported tools designed to mitigate risks and facilitate international business operations. The keynote address on these solutions will be given by Ms. Mónica Fernández, Head of Foreign Trade and Treasury of the Northern Territorial Directorate of Caixabank.
The program also dedicates significant space to analyzing business opportunities in emerging markets. In this regard, special emphasis will be placed on the Southeast Asia, a high-growth region. D. Antonio ViñalDirector of AVCO Legal, will explain the keys to accessing these markets and analyze the case of Vietnam, whose shipbuilding industry is currently considered a strategic development hub and an investment opportunity for the Spanish auxiliary industry.
The opening of the event will be performed by D. Óscar Gómez, Manager AclunagaAt the end of the presentations, the participating companies will have the opportunity to maintain bilateral meetings customized with the specialists of CaixaBank, a format designed to resolve specific queries about export operations and financing.
| Time | Paper | Ponente |
|---|---|---|
| 10:30 – 10:35 | Opening and welcome | D. Óscar Gómez – Manager of Aclunaga |
| 10:35 – 11:30 | Solutions for exporters: Direct financing CaixaBank and Solutions with official export support | Mrs. Mónica Fernández – Head of Foreign Trade and Treasury (Caixabank) |
| 11:30 – 11:45 | Five keys to accessing Southeast Asian markets. Shipbuilding in Vietnam | D. Antonio Viñal – Director of AVCO Legal (Online) |
| 11:45 | Closing ceremony and bilateral meetings | N/A |
Key points and frequently asked questions about the internationalization of the shipbuilding sector
How does this day affect a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) in the Spanish shipbuilding sector?
It provides direct access to experts in international business financing and development. SMEs can identify specific financial instruments, such as factoring or supplier credit, to secure their exports, as well as obtain firsthand information on high-growth potential markets such as Vietnamreducing uncertainty and entry costs.
Why does Vietnam stand out as a market of opportunity?
Vietnam It has established itself as one of the most dynamic development hubs in the global shipbuilding industry. For the Spanish auxiliary industry, it represents a strategic opportunity to position itself as a supplier of technology, equipment, and services in a rapidly expanding market within Southeast Asia.
What kind of official support will be present at the event?
Solutions with institutional backing will be addressed, such as FIEM funds (Fund for the Internationalization of Companies). These instruments are crucial for Spanish companies to compete in international tenders and undertake large-scale projects abroad, by offering competitive financing conditions and public guarantees that minimize the risk of operations.


