The next June 4, the Consorcio de la Zona Franca de Vigo will reward Galician business excellence in the Premios ARDANThe event will award 14 outstanding companies. ABANCA to recognize its solvency, competitiveness and structural internationalization in the regional economy.
El State delegate in the Zona Franca de Vigo, David RegadesHe defined these awards, emphasizing their institutional importance: "There are events that recognize achievements, and there are events that also help build the future." Premios ARDAN, organized by the CZFVThey are a reference tool designed to identify corporations capable of excelling in areas critical to the environment. B2Bsuch as growth, productivity, sustainability, talent and equality.
Awarded ARDAN Awards and levels of excellence
For this edition, a total of fourteen organizations have been recognized for simultaneously achieving four or five technical indicators of excellence. These companies are strategically located throughout the region and represent a wide variety of sectors. Additionally, a special honorary award will be presented.
| Company | Geographic location | Award Category |
|---|---|---|
| CEAMSA | O Porriño | 5 ARDAN Indicators |
| CUVIDASA | San Cibrán das Viñas | 5 ARDAN Indicators |
| HERMASA | Vigo | 5 ARDAN Indicators |
| RODAVIGO | Mos | 5 ARDAN Indicators |
| Torus Software | A Coruña | 5 ARDAN Indicators |
| CZ Vaccines | O Porriño | 5 ARDAN Indicators |
| INASUS | Lalí | 5 ARDAN Indicators |
| Optare Solutions | Vigo | 4 ARDAN Indicators |
| BorgWarner | Vigo | 4 ARDAN Indicators |
| Grupo Bermúdez | Carral | 4 ARDAN Indicators |
| Ictel Ingenieros | Vigo | 4 ARDAN Indicators |
| Náutico de San Vicente | O Grove | 4 ARDAN Indicators |
| Quobis Networks | O Porriño | 4 ARDAN Indicators |
| Velneo | O Porriño | 4 ARDAN Indicators |
| ABANCA | Galicia | Special Award for Business Trajectory |
When referring to the profile of the award-winning firms, David Regades He highlighted that they come from industrial, logistics, technology, and service sectors, and that they share essential traits: "rigor in management, adaptability, ambition to improve, and a willingness to compete by doing things right." Regarding the specific case of ABANCAThe executive emphasized that the award highlights "efficient management, strategic vision and commitment to continuous improvement," factors that exponentially favor economic progress.
Cross-cutting impact on Galician competitiveness
These corporations stand out for transforming their operations into competitive advantages. According to the analysis by responsible for Servicio ARDAN en Zona Franca, Susana LamaThe distinguished entities operate with a differentiated driving force that allows them to:
- Create jobs and scale the adding value of its operations.
- Consolidate higher salaries and profitability levels above the market average.
- Maintaining a high level of specialization and a strong orientation towards the markets of foreign trade and technological innovation.
From an institutional perspective, the Mayor of Vigo, Abel CaballeroHe endorsed the potential of these business awards, stating that they "recognize business excellence in the area of Vigo«.
Operational profiles: Consolidation and new additions
The organizing committee has chosen to strategically focus on two main aspects of the entrepreneurial ecosystem:
Consolidated Excellence: Organizations that maintain undisputed leadership positions in the face of unstable economic cycles. They have transformed excellence into a genuine internal culture of governance, not just in isolated results.
New Additions: Emerging or rapidly expanding firms are entering the ranking for the first time. This confirms the strength of an economy open to hard work and professionalization, and capable of attracting high levels of efficient investment.
Logistical details of the Awards Gala
The main ceremony will take place on Thursday, June 4th at 7:00 pm at the venue of Palacio de Congresos Mar de VigoThe event currently brings together 450 registered professionals and managers.
The evening will be hosted by the journalist Paula Montes and will feature a special appearance by economist Gonzalo Bernardosclosing with a performance by the cellist and composer Margarida Mariño.
The physical award to be presented this year is "Evolution", a previously unseen sculpture designed by the local engineer and craftswoman Paula Ojea, designed to encapsulate the spirit of technical rigor and innovation of this edition.
Key points and frequently asked questions about the ARDAN Awards
What do the ARDAN Awards certify?
They publicly recognize those companies that demonstrate outstanding standards in solvency, profitability, internationalization, sustainability and retention of corporate talent within the productive fabric.
What is the value of achieving 4 or 5 indicators of excellence?
It certifies that a company not only meets market metrics, but far exceeds them, maintaining high levels of competitiveness, sustained growth, and productivity superior to its respective sectoral competition.
Why is ABANCA being highlighted this year with a special award?
The bank is being awarded for its established track record, recognizing its managerial efficiency, its profound capacity for strategic transformation, and its vital role in job creation and regional development.
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