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Luis Socías, CEO of Invest in Madrid, detailed the progress towards sustainable transformation in the Madrid-Sweden Urban and Industrial Innovation Forum, in order to strengthen the attraction of foreign capital and modernize the regional industry.
Strategic alliances between Spain and Sweden
The high-level session, held at the Embajada de SueciaThe event brought together key stakeholders from the public and private sectors. Its central purpose was to explore numerous opportunities for institutional and corporate collaboration in the area of sustainable urban and industrial transformation.
Based on the strategic priorities set by the Comunidad de Madrid and the Ayuntamiento de MadridThis international forum has served as a showcase to present the vision for the future development of the Madrid region.
Pillars of bilateral cooperation
The synergies between the business and institutional ecosystems of España y Suecia They are based on a series of top priority areas for global business:
- Promotion of sustainable mobility in large metropolitan areas.
- Efficient and planned management of urban expansion.
- Industrial modernization processes and ecological transition.
- Cooperation in cutting-edge infrastructure and construction.
- Implementation of smart urban solutions.
The Community of Madrid: an industrial powerhouse and a magnet for foreigners
During your speech, Luis Socías has underlined the undeniable role of the Comunidad de Madrid as a priority destination for international capital injections. In this context, it has highlighted the fundamental role of Invest in Madrid as a comprehensive office for foreign investor services, whose main value proposition is to minimize the time that elapses from the strategic investment decision to the operational realization of the project.
Currently, the regional government maintains a strong commitment to high value-added industry, positioning itself as the second industrial region of EspañaThe following are the economic indicators that reflect this leadership and the upcoming mobilization of government capital:
| Indicator / Strategic Program | Economic and Social Impact |
|---|---|
| Contribution of industry to the regional economy | 23.000 millones de euros |
| Business network of the sector | 18.000 industrial companies |
| Job creation in the labor market | 300.000 direct jobs |
| Investment approved for the Plan Industrial 2026/2030 | 640 millones de euros |
The imminent launch of Plan Industrial 2026/2030 The allocation by the regional authorities represents a fundamental milestone for the local economy. This ambitious budget will allow for the modernization of the industrial park and will be accompanied by the first official and specific internationalization strategy for the region. Comunidad de Madrid.
The event was further enriched by several expert roundtables focused on dialogue and facilitating corporate alliances. The keynote address by [name missing] was also a highlight. Luís Miguel Torres Hernández, Director General of Transport and Mobility of the Comunidad de Madrid.
Key points and frequently asked questions about the industrial modernization of Madrid
What is the current weight of industry in the Madrid economy?
The industrial sector contributes nearly €23.000 billion to the region, driven by a robust network of 18.000 companies that generate around 300.000 direct jobs. These figures solidify its position as the second largest industrial power in the country.
What impact will the new Industrial Plan 2026/2030 have?
The plan includes a significant injection of €640 million earmarked for the comprehensive modernization of the productive sector. Furthermore, for the first time, it will incorporate an official strategy for the internationalization of Madrid's industry.
What is the main mission of Invest in Madrid?
As an office specializing in foreign investors, its primary objective is to facilitate and expedite all institutional processes as much as possible, ensuring that the time elapsed from the decision to invest to the start-up of the project is as short as possible.
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