BWAW 2026 concludes with a strategic roadmap for equality in high-tech sectors

 

The sixth edition of the Barcelona Woman Acceleration Week (BWAW) has ended in the DFactory Barcelona After three days of strategic analysis, the event, which brought together 77 high-level speakers, concluded that gender parity is a critical factor for competitiveness and technological sovereignty in Spain y Europe.

 

An engine of innovation for Industry 4.0

 

Organized by the Consorci de la Zona Franca de Barcelona (CZFB) in collaboration with the Fundación Incyde Plans Cámaras de Comercio de España, the BWAW 2026 has exceeded 3.000 attendees between in-person and online formats through RTVE PlayDuring 15 discussion sessions, solutions have been proposed to promote women's leadership in strategic areas such as Real Estate, finance, digitalization and the aerospace sector.

 

Blanca Sorigué, general director of CZFBShe emphasized that "gender equality is an essential driver for innovation and sustainable growth." For her part, Pere NavarroThe organization's chief executive stressed that parity is not only a matter of justice, but a key competitive factor for modern businesses and industries.

 

Key figures from BWAW 2026

 

Indicator	Impact details
Total attendees	More than 3.000 professionals (in-person and online)
Participating Experts	77 speakers experience
Debate sessions	15 thematic sessions
Collaborating Entities	19 partners and sponsorship of MERLIN

 

The talent challenge in the aerospace sector

 

One of the critical points of the final day was the integration of the gender perspective in aerospace innovation. Jaume SanpereCEO SateliotHe stated that equality is a "strategic decision," warning that failing to activate all available talent means losing speed and technological innovation. Along the same lines, Neus Olea, director of AeroS EcosystemHe warned about the barriers that hinder vocations STEM.

 

According to data provided by Jordi Voltas, director of ESEIAAT – UPC, the female presence in aerospace studies in the UPC has risen from 13% to 22% in the last decade. Academic indicators also reveal a greater efficiency and lower dropout rate among women in these technical disciplines.

 

• Inclusive Architecture: The session BArchitecture It explored how gender-sensitive urban planning reduces inequalities, with the participation of Maria Buhigas y Eulàlia Gómez-Escoda.
• Health and Biotechnology: The real impact of women-led biotechnology was analyzed from the laboratory to the market.
• Fintech: The closing session addressed strategies for achieving a more equitable financial system through investment in equality.

 

Following the success of this event, the Consorci de la Zona Franca de Barcelona It has already confirmed that the seventh edition will be held in March 2027.

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about BWAW 2026

 

What impact has BWAW 2026 had in figures?
The event brought together more than 3.000 attendees and 77 specialized speakers in 15 discussion sessions focused on workplace equality.

 

How has the presence of women in the aerospace sector evolved?
In centers like the UPCThe presence of women has grown from 13% to 22% in ten years, standing out for their greater academic efficiency.

 

What is the main economic argument for equality according to the CZFB?
Gender equality is identified not only as an ethical value, but also as a strategic factor for competitiveness and technological sovereignty. Europe.