The technological research and development center TECNALIA has strengthened its collaboration with industry in 2025, developing more than 4.700 projects for nearly 2.000 companies. This strategy of transfer of R&D&IThis, key to the competitiveness of the business sector, has allowed it to achieve a turnover of 156 million euros in a complex context of geopolitical uncertainty.
The results, presented by the company itself, confirm a consolidated upward trend in recent years, with a 5,4% increase in revenue compared to 2024. This performance underscores the strategic value it brings. TECNALIA to the industrial sector, acting as a key technological partner for innovation and adaptation to the new challenges of the global market.
Economic impact and return on investment
The center's activity is reflected not only in its accounts, but also in its contribution to the regional economy. According to data provided by TECNALIA, their work has contributed to generating 914 million euros of GDP in Euskadi during the year 2025. This data highlights the efficiency of investment in innovation, since for every euro that Basque institutions invest in the center, 34,10 euros of Gross Domestic Product are generated.
This ability to multiply value is a key indicator for managers and business leaders, as it demonstrates how collaboration with cutting-edge technology centers translates into a tangible economic return and in a strengthening of the business ecosystem as a whole.
Key figures for TECNALIA in 2025
Indicator
Figure
Billing 2025
156 millones de euros
Growth vs. 2024
+ 5,4 %
I+D+i projects
More than
Collaborating Companies
Approximately 2.000
Impact on GDP of Euskadi
914 millones de euros
Return per euro of public investment
34,10 euros of GDP
Investment strategy for 2026: Focus on the industry of the future
Looking ahead to the current fiscal year, TECNALIA has announced an ambitious investment plan 24 millones de eurosThis represents a 20% increase compared to 2024. These funds will be used for the upgrade and expansion of critical infrastructure for the industry of the future.
The priority areas for this investment will be:
- Smart manufacturing: Development of solutions for advanced automation, collaborative robotics and optimization of production processes.
- Sustainable mobility: Innovations in electric, connected and autonomous vehicles, as well as in new transport infrastructure.
- Digitization: Application of technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data and cybersecurity to transform business models.
This strategic investment seeks to anticipate market challenges and equip the industry with the necessary tools to compete on the global stage.
Key points and frequently asked questions about TECNALIA's impact on the industry
How does the activity of centers like TECNALIA benefit a Spanish exporting company?
Collaboration with an applied research center such as TECNALIA It allows exporting companies to access cutting-edge technology and R&D solutions that would otherwise require very high internal investment. This translates into more competitive products and services, optimized logistics and production processes, and a greater capacity to adapt to the regulations and technical requirements of international markets.
What does a return of 34,10 euros of GDP for every euro invested mean in practice?
This indicator demonstrates that public investment in research and development is not an expense, but an economic catalyst. In practice, it means that the money allocated to TECNALIA This translates into contracts for companies, the creation of skilled jobs, income-generating patents, and a general increase in economic activity that benefits the entire industrial value chain and, consequently, tax revenue and social welfare.
In which key technological areas will TECNALIA invest and why are they important for the industrial future?
TECNALIA It will focus on smart manufacturing, mobility, and digitalization. These areas are critical because they define what is known as Industry 4.0. smart manufacturing It allows for cost optimization and greater flexibility; the mobility of the future redefines logistics and freight transport; and the digitalization It is the foundation for new business models, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making, crucial aspects for any company with an international focus.
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