Economic journal of Spain's foreign business
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Ferrovial has announced its decision to delist from Euronext Amsterdam. This strategic move follows the success of its initial public offering on the Nasdaq in the United States and the high concentration of trading in its shares in the Spanish and US markets.
Since August 12, 2026, Regulation (EU) 2025/40 on packaging and packaging waste has been in force, altering the definitions of 'manufacturer' and 'producer'. This change requires Spanish companies, especially those in the fruit and vegetable sector, to reassess their registration in the Register of Product Producers and their legal responsibilities.
The Spanish multinational automotive components company, Gestamp, has opened its eighth factory in Brazil, located in Piracicaba (São Paulo). This investment reinforces its commitment to a strategic market where its sales have grown by more than 80% in the last five years.
Kyiv is attempting to redirect its grain exports via river and rail routes following Russia's de facto blockade of Black Sea ports, which has led to a 76% drop in shipments during August compared to the previous year. The measure aims to alleviate the logistical collapse and maintain the flow of goods to international markets.
The Santa Cruz de Tenerife Chamber of Commerce and the Canary Islands Wine Tourism Cluster have signed a strategic agreement to professionalize the sector. The initiative will focus on training and workshops for obtaining international certifications in wine tasting and wine management.
COFIDES has granted an €8 million loan to Corporación Empresarial Congalsa for the acquisition of Lenger Seafoods Vietnam. The transaction aims to secure the supply of key raw materials and boost the Galician group's competitiveness in European markets.
Artificial intelligence company Substrate AI has signed an agreement with consultancy bchange to accelerate its transformation into an 'AI First' company. Through the AITaaS service model, Substrate AI will integrate teams of AI experts into the consultancy's structure.
Andalusia has registered a historic record in its exports to China, reaching €918 million in the first five months of the year. This milestone represents a year-on-year growth of 64% and positions the region as the national leader, accounting for 27,1% of total Spanish sales to the Asian giant.
The Chinese autonomous driving company WeRide has announced its expansion plans into Australia and Southeast Asia following a strong second quarter. This strategic move intensifies global competition in the sector and creates new pressures on the automotive value chain in Europe, with direct implications for the Spanish industry.
The United States government has begun using artificial intelligence systems to detect and penalize the evasion of trade tariffs. This measure, part of President Donald Trump's protectionist policies, increases pressure on global supply chains and raises operational risk for exporters, including those in Spain.
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