Economic journal of Spain's foreign business
Bilbao Exhibition Centre will host the first edition of DS Industry from November 3 to 5, 2026, a new international event designed to accelerate the energy transition and boost industrial competitiveness. The initiative, supported by the Basque Government and the Provincial Council of Bizkaia, will focus on technological and circular economy solutions.
The Basque Government, through the SPRI agency, has launched the new Zabaldu+ grant program. This initiative aims to strengthen the international presence of Basque companies, offering up to €75.000 per company to facilitate their access to new markets and consolidate their global positioning.
Belén Frau, CEO of Ingka Group (IKEA), analyzed the new paradigms of business leadership at a conference organized by the Bilbao Chamber of Commerce. She emphasized the need for a people-centered approach in response to the volatility of global markets and supply chains.
The Basque Government has presented the Food Industry Promotion Plan 2027, a strategic roadmap designed to strengthen the competitiveness and presence of Basque companies in foreign markets. The initiative aims to consolidate their position in an increasingly competitive global landscape.
Uniport, the Basque Country's multimodal logistics cluster, held its general assembly, reaching 150 members. The event, which enjoyed institutional support, reaffirmed the strategic role of the Port of Bilbao in the internationalization of the economy and the competitiveness of supply chains.
The Basque Maritime Forum presented a 5% growth forecast for 2025 at its Annual Assembly, consolidating its strategic position. Basque shipyards and the fleet of over 240 vessels drive a sector with a turnover exceeding €3.460 billion.
The BBK ESG Hub Cámarabilbao initiative has brought together the business community of Bizkaia in a conference held at the Bilbao Chamber of Commerce to analyze the opportunities of green financing and taxation as a key vector to promote the sustainable transition and international competitiveness.
The Bilbao Chamber of Commerce has launched a new call for applications for its Basque Global Industry Scholarship program. This initiative allows Basque companies or companies with an international presence to hire recent university graduates under 30 years of age for twelve-month internships at their offices abroad.
Uriarte Safybox, a Biscayan company specializing in the manufacture of polyester cabinets and boxes, has optimized its global sales strategy thanks to the 'Marketplaces Program'. This initiative, key to its international consolidation, demonstrates the potential of digital channels for B2B business.
The Port of Bilbao community, led by Uniport, presented its multimodal transport services to over 50 British companies in Liverpool. The aim is to strengthen its position as a strategic hub, highlighting cost reduction and sustainability in Spanish-British trade.
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