The CEO of World Trade Center Barcelona joins the governing body of the global network that connects more than 320 business centers in 90 countries, boosting the internationalization and blue economy strategy of the Catalan capital.
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Carles Anglada, CEO World Trade Center Barcelona (WTCB), has been appointed as a new member of the Board of Directors of the World Trade Centers Association (WTCA)This strategic designation reinforces the international influence of [the organization/institution]. Port de Barcelona and consolidates the role of the Catalan complex in global trade decision-making.
Barcelona's positioning in the global business network
Anglada's entry into the top management of the WTCA This represents a significant step forward in the city's international profile. The association functions as a global network interconnecting more than 320 World Trade Centers in over 90 countries.
Notably WTC Barcelona It is an entity with majority public and private sector ownership, with a shareholding structure divided into 76% by the Port de Barcelona and 24% by Fomento de Construcciones y Contratas (FCC)From this position, the appointment allows Barcelona to amplify its voice in global economic debate forums.
In the electoral process, Anglada has been elected European representative along with other leaders of continental headquarters.
The new board integrates profiles with extensive management experience to lead transnational projects
New European representatives on the WTCA Council
| Elected Director | Headquarters |
|---|---|
| Carles Anglada | WTC Barcelona (Spain) |
| Ed Allison-Wright | WTC Gibraltar |
| Antony Georgakis | WTC Cyprus (Cyprus) |
| Patricia Moinard-Drouvot | WTC Metz-Saarbrücken (France/Germany) |
| Cristina Sbaizero | WTC Trieste (Italy) |
Trajectory and Strategic Plan 2025–2030
Civil Engineer from UPC and with executive training at IESE and ESADE, Carles Anglada She has led the WTCB since 2023. Her profile combines experience in multinational corporations, strategic consulting, and public administration. She was also already part of the Real Estate Member Advisory Council (MAC) of the WTCA.
His joining the council coincides with the implementation of Strategic Plan 2025–2030 of the WTC Barcelona, designed to transform the role of the business complex based on three fundamental pillars:
- City-Port Integration: Strengthening the WTCB's relationship with its immediate environment and the maritime-port ecosystem.
- Advanced Services Hub: Consolidation as a center of reference through innovation and synergies between the more than 30 companies located in the complex.
- Boosting the Blue Economy: Development of strategic projects such as the BlueTechPort, whose new headquarters is under construction, focusing on innovation applied to the maritime sector.
Alliances to attract investment
In parallel with this international appointment, WTC Barcelona has formalized a strategic agreement with the Chamber of Commerce of BarcelonaThe objective of this collaboration is to channel the interest of international agents towards the local business fabric, using the complex as an economic gateway and landing platform for new investments in the city.
Key points and frequently asked questions about appointment to the WTCA
What are the implications of Carles Anglada's appointment?
It involves positioning the Port de Barcelona and the WTCB in the decision-making body of the world's largest network of business centers, facilitating the attraction of opportunities and increasing Barcelona's influence in global trade.
What is the BlueTechPort mentioned in the strategy?
It is a key project of the 2025–2030 Strategic Plan, focused on the blue economy and technological innovation applied to the maritime sector, whose new headquarters will be located in the WTCB facilities.
Who are the shareholders of WTC Barcelona?
The company managing the complex is a public-private partnership, 76% of which is owned by the Port de Barcelona and 24% by the construction company FCC.
