Business opportunities in West Africa: market access through internationally funded projects and the success story of SATEC

 

On this day, organized by Asturex , you will learn how Asturian companies - both small and medium-sized, from different sectors - can access this growing market by participating in international projects with institutional funding.

 

The session will feature the participation of Miguel Martínez Istillarte and Joaquín Gerard García , consultants of Jokoo, with extensive experience helping companies identify and take advantage of real opportunities in West Africa thanks to their local knowledge and network of contacts in the region.

 

The program will also include direct experience of Diego Ramírez, Executive Global Technical Director of SATEC , which will explain how, with the work of Jokoo With the support of Asturex, his company managed to position itself in international projects in Senegal, offering a practical and real case as a reference for other Asturian companies.

 

During the day, topics such as:

• Institutional financing instruments available (FIEM, Africa Advances Alliance, among others).
• Steps and phases for accessing multilateral projects.
• Real opportunities for innovative companies and those capable of generating synergies in the region.
• Practical tips for preparing a sectoral fit in West Africa.

 

After the session, each company will have the opportunity to keep B2B meetings 20 minutes to discuss your specific needs and assess specific opportunities.

 

This activity is aimed at Asturian companies interested in exploring new opportunities in West Africa, whether technological, innovative, or capable of generating synergies with other companies.

 

Date: October 2, 2025

Time: 09:00 – 10:30 (B)

Location: In person

 

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