Spain holds the 9th largest accumulated inward FDI stock and the 11th largest investor in the world. It offers many business opportunities and investment in many sectors as: Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), Environmental, Biotechnology, Aerospace, Automotive, Logistics & Transport and Renewable Energies.
European cities and regions of the future 2014 15NALED Serbia
Magazin fDi intelligence je u okviru konkursa Evropski gradovi i regioni budućnosti ocenjivao 468 evropskih lokacija, gradova i regiona u šest kategorija: ekonomski potencijali, ljudski resursi, troškovna isplativost, infrastruktura, biznis klima i strategija za privlačenje stranih direktnih investicija.
Svi gradovi/opštine iz Srbije, Veles iz Makedonije i Ivanec iz Hrvatske koji su se našli u prvih deset evropskih gradova budućnosti u različitim kategorijama konkursa dobitnici su NALED Certifikata opština sa povoljnim poslovnim okruženjem u periodu od 2008. godine do 2013.
U top deset mikro evropskih gradova u kategoriji troškovna isplativost našli su se Zaječar, Vranje, Zrenjanin, Sremska Mitrovica, Ruma i Veles.
Među 54 regiona srednje veličine u Evropi po kriterijumu efektivnosti troškova ulaganja Vojvodina je na prvom mestu. I u kategoriji strategija za privlačenje stranih direktnih investicija regiona takođe se našla Vojvodina, a među gradovima u prvih deset u ovoj kategoriji su Zaječar, Ivanec i Vranje.
U kategoriji troškovna isplativost malih evropskih regiona među prvih deset su i dve vojvođanske opštine: Sremska Mitrovica na trećem mestu i Inđija na petom mestu.
Israel has the well deserved name of startup nation. The question however is can it also become a scaleup powerhouse. The purpose of this report is exactly that subject: taking the pulse of the Israeli scaleup ecosystem.
With this report we want to provide a comprehensive review of investment in scaleups and high-growth technology companies in Israel. Our aim is to provide data-driven guidance, insights and inspiration to stakeholders in the Israeli scaleup ecosystem.
European Real Estate Market Study - H2 2017 and Trends for 2018Duff & Phelps
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Top 100 des capitalisations boursières mondiales (2014)PwC France
http://bit.ly/GlobalTop100Companies
L’étude "Global Top 100 companies by market capitalisation", menée par l’IPO Centre de PwC, montre qu’entre 2009 et 2014, la capitalisation boursière totale des 100 plus grandes entreprises au monde a augmenté de plus de 6 000 milliards de dollars, soit une hausse moyenne de 60 milliards de dollars par société.
European cities and regions of the future 2014 15NALED Serbia
Magazin fDi intelligence je u okviru konkursa Evropski gradovi i regioni budućnosti ocenjivao 468 evropskih lokacija, gradova i regiona u šest kategorija: ekonomski potencijali, ljudski resursi, troškovna isplativost, infrastruktura, biznis klima i strategija za privlačenje stranih direktnih investicija.
Svi gradovi/opštine iz Srbije, Veles iz Makedonije i Ivanec iz Hrvatske koji su se našli u prvih deset evropskih gradova budućnosti u različitim kategorijama konkursa dobitnici su NALED Certifikata opština sa povoljnim poslovnim okruženjem u periodu od 2008. godine do 2013.
U top deset mikro evropskih gradova u kategoriji troškovna isplativost našli su se Zaječar, Vranje, Zrenjanin, Sremska Mitrovica, Ruma i Veles.
Među 54 regiona srednje veličine u Evropi po kriterijumu efektivnosti troškova ulaganja Vojvodina je na prvom mestu. I u kategoriji strategija za privlačenje stranih direktnih investicija regiona takođe se našla Vojvodina, a među gradovima u prvih deset u ovoj kategoriji su Zaječar, Ivanec i Vranje.
U kategoriji troškovna isplativost malih evropskih regiona među prvih deset su i dve vojvođanske opštine: Sremska Mitrovica na trećem mestu i Inđija na petom mestu.
Israel has the well deserved name of startup nation. The question however is can it also become a scaleup powerhouse. The purpose of this report is exactly that subject: taking the pulse of the Israeli scaleup ecosystem.
With this report we want to provide a comprehensive review of investment in scaleups and high-growth technology companies in Israel. Our aim is to provide data-driven guidance, insights and inspiration to stakeholders in the Israeli scaleup ecosystem.
European Real Estate Market Study - H2 2017 and Trends for 2018Duff & Phelps
In this edition of the European Real Estate Market Study, we provide an overview on the analysis of office, retail and logistics sectors in the European capital market during the past year and give an outlook for next coming months.
Top 100 des capitalisations boursières mondiales (2014)PwC France
http://bit.ly/GlobalTop100Companies
L’étude "Global Top 100 companies by market capitalisation", menée par l’IPO Centre de PwC, montre qu’entre 2009 et 2014, la capitalisation boursière totale des 100 plus grandes entreprises au monde a augmenté de plus de 6 000 milliards de dollars, soit une hausse moyenne de 60 milliards de dollars par société.
We are happy to present you with the latest installment in our series of industry deep dives, following our Foodtech, Industrial Tech, Wellbeing, Digital Health, Future of Work, Fintech and Artificial Intelligence reports.
In our newest report, we take a look at the Mobility ecosystem, focusing on the global 2020 funding outlook, the industry's growth over the last decade, and how leaders like Uber, Grab, Citymapper and others are reshaping the way people and goods move around the world.
At White Star Capital, we approach mobility through four main subsectors: urban mobility, travel and hospitality, delivery and logistics, and long-distance transportation. Our portfolio includes startups such as Tier Mobility, a micro-mobility operator providing last-mile transportation to urban populations, including e-scooters and e-mopeds (the company just raised $250m in Series C funding); MindSay, a SaaS company developing an AI-powered assistant that helps companies in large B2C-oriented industries, such as travel and retail, optimize customer support and increase customer conversion; and Unacast, a proximity and location data platform that helps data-driven industries understand the physical world the same way we understand the online world.
Why choose Madrid to invest? / Marketing online opportunitiesMadrid Emprende
Michael Kleindl conference on Friday 13th of 2013 at Madrid International Lab. Part I: Why choose Madrid to invest? Part II: Marketing online opportunities.
Etude PwC sur le Top 100 des entreprises les mieux valorisées au monde en 201...PwC France
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This report covers venture capital funding in Europe and Israel (including Russia and Turkey). Founded in 2013 in Amsterdam, Dealroom has become Europe’s leading venture capital database, tracking over 500,000 high-growth companies and 10,000 investors in Europe and beyond. Dealroom provides a 360° view by combining research with big data and machine learning, plus contributions from over 10,000 local market experts.
As London Tech Week begins, new figures prepared by Dealroom and Tech Nation for the Government’s Digital Economy Council illustrate the extent to which the UK is outpacing other European countries such as Germany and France.
INDUSTRY 4.0 The new industrial revolution - Think Act 2014polenumerique33
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http://www.rolandberger.com/media/publications/2014-04-02-rbsc-pub-INDUSTRY_4_0_The_new_industrial_revolution.html
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Mit über 10 Jahren Erfahrung vermarkten wir aktuell in unserem Hochschulnetzwerk die Online-Werbung auf den offiziellen Webseiten von 58 Universitäten, Fachhochschulen und Studentenwerken in Deutschland. Zusätzlich stehen 46 ausgewählte Studentenportale zur Verfügung, über die Sie die junge Zielgruppe mit Sonderwerbeformen im Community-Umfeld erreichen. Unser Portfolio wird durch 39 studentenaffine Webseiten aus Österreich und der Schweiz abgerundet. Als Spezialist für die Zielgruppe Studenten und Akademiker sind wir Ihr Partner in D-A-CH für Ihr Hochschulmarketing sowie Ihre Hochschulwerbung.
Die offiziellen Hochschulwebseiten bieten ein seriöses und redaktionell hochwertiges Werbeumfeld. Monatlich besuchen über 95 % der Studenten und Absolventen die Webseite ihrer Hochschule, auf der sie studienrelevante Informationen, News, das Vorlesungsverzeichnis, Prüfungsergebnisse und Ihre Werbung finden. Unser Online-Netzwerk deutscher Hochschulen ist durch den formellen Charakter ein Premiumumfeld für Produktmarketing und Dienstleistungsmarketing. Ihre Werbeinhalte werden exklusiv und aufmerksamkeitsstark positioniert.
Bei der Planung Ihrer Personalwerbung berücksichtigen wir selbstverständlich Ihre Zielhochschulen, so dass Sie ohne Streuverluste Ihre zukünftigen Arbeitnehmer ansprechen. Gemessen an der Zahl der exklusiven Vereinbarungen mit deutschen Hochschulen sind wir nationaler Marktführer in diesem Bereich der Online-Werbung. Nutzen Sie unsere Stärke einer exakten Platzierung Ihres Employer-Branding, Personalmarketing sowie Ihrer Stellenanzeigen.
We are happy to present you with the latest installment in our series of industry deep dives, following our Foodtech, Industrial Tech, Wellbeing, Digital Health, Future of Work, Fintech and Artificial Intelligence reports.
In our newest report, we take a look at the Mobility ecosystem, focusing on the global 2020 funding outlook, the industry's growth over the last decade, and how leaders like Uber, Grab, Citymapper and others are reshaping the way people and goods move around the world.
At White Star Capital, we approach mobility through four main subsectors: urban mobility, travel and hospitality, delivery and logistics, and long-distance transportation. Our portfolio includes startups such as Tier Mobility, a micro-mobility operator providing last-mile transportation to urban populations, including e-scooters and e-mopeds (the company just raised $250m in Series C funding); MindSay, a SaaS company developing an AI-powered assistant that helps companies in large B2C-oriented industries, such as travel and retail, optimize customer support and increase customer conversion; and Unacast, a proximity and location data platform that helps data-driven industries understand the physical world the same way we understand the online world.
Why choose Madrid to invest? / Marketing online opportunitiesMadrid Emprende
Michael Kleindl conference on Friday 13th of 2013 at Madrid International Lab. Part I: Why choose Madrid to invest? Part II: Marketing online opportunities.
Etude PwC sur le Top 100 des entreprises les mieux valorisées au monde en 201...PwC France
La dernière étude du cabinet d’audit et de conseil PwC « Global Top 100 Companies by market capitalisation » révèle que plus de la moitié (53) des 100 entreprises les mieux valorisées au monde sont américaines, contre seulement 4 entreprises françaises. Apple reste en tête du classement établi par PwC, avec une capitalisation boursière de 725 milliards de dollars, en hausse de 54% (+256 milliards de dollars) par rapport à 2014.
This report covers venture capital funding in Europe and Israel (including Russia and Turkey). Founded in 2013 in Amsterdam, Dealroom has become Europe’s leading venture capital database, tracking over 500,000 high-growth companies and 10,000 investors in Europe and beyond. Dealroom provides a 360° view by combining research with big data and machine learning, plus contributions from over 10,000 local market experts.
As London Tech Week begins, new figures prepared by Dealroom and Tech Nation for the Government’s Digital Economy Council illustrate the extent to which the UK is outpacing other European countries such as Germany and France.
INDUSTRY 4.0 The new industrial revolution - Think Act 2014polenumerique33
Publication du cabinet Roland Berger "INDUSTRY 4.0 The new industrial revolution" - Think Act 2014
http://www.rolandberger.com/media/publications/2014-04-02-rbsc-pub-INDUSTRY_4_0_The_new_industrial_revolution.html
World Luxury Index™ Hotels : The Most Sought-After Luxury HotelsDigital Luxury Group
This study covers 70+ luxury hotel brands within 10 key luxury markets and provides insights on the interest coming from luxury consumers. The unbiased information is derived from 133 million + consumer online searches.
Instalación configuración de wamp server con los servicios de apache, php y mysql.
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Mit über 10 Jahren Erfahrung vermarkten wir aktuell in unserem Hochschulnetzwerk die Online-Werbung auf den offiziellen Webseiten von 58 Universitäten, Fachhochschulen und Studentenwerken in Deutschland. Zusätzlich stehen 46 ausgewählte Studentenportale zur Verfügung, über die Sie die junge Zielgruppe mit Sonderwerbeformen im Community-Umfeld erreichen. Unser Portfolio wird durch 39 studentenaffine Webseiten aus Österreich und der Schweiz abgerundet. Als Spezialist für die Zielgruppe Studenten und Akademiker sind wir Ihr Partner in D-A-CH für Ihr Hochschulmarketing sowie Ihre Hochschulwerbung.
Die offiziellen Hochschulwebseiten bieten ein seriöses und redaktionell hochwertiges Werbeumfeld. Monatlich besuchen über 95 % der Studenten und Absolventen die Webseite ihrer Hochschule, auf der sie studienrelevante Informationen, News, das Vorlesungsverzeichnis, Prüfungsergebnisse und Ihre Werbung finden. Unser Online-Netzwerk deutscher Hochschulen ist durch den formellen Charakter ein Premiumumfeld für Produktmarketing und Dienstleistungsmarketing. Ihre Werbeinhalte werden exklusiv und aufmerksamkeitsstark positioniert.
Bei der Planung Ihrer Personalwerbung berücksichtigen wir selbstverständlich Ihre Zielhochschulen, so dass Sie ohne Streuverluste Ihre zukünftigen Arbeitnehmer ansprechen. Gemessen an der Zahl der exklusiven Vereinbarungen mit deutschen Hochschulen sind wir nationaler Marktführer in diesem Bereich der Online-Werbung. Nutzen Sie unsere Stärke einer exakten Platzierung Ihres Employer-Branding, Personalmarketing sowie Ihrer Stellenanzeigen.
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Beneficios de la spirulina y astaxanthinJhomson Bio
La SPIRULINA es una diminuta microalga de color verdiazul, que no tiene núcleo y sus membranas celulares son suaves y sin la dura celulosa que tiene otras algas y vegetales.
Su nombre se debe a su forma de espiral o espiralada. La SPIRULINA es el alimento más poderoso que conoce la humanidad y que es un concentrado nutritivo completo y de muy fácil asimilación.
Astaxanthin es un carotenoide rojo, extraído de una micro-alga llamada hematococcus pluvialis, y es uno de los antioxidantes más potentes descubiertos hasta ahora, siendo 500 veces más potente que la Vitamina E y 10 veces más potente que el ß-caroteno. Gracias a su estructura química con extremos liposolubles, se absorbe al 100% en las membranas celulares, atravesando inclusive la barrera hematoencefálica del cerebro, cualidad que no tiene ningún otro carotenoide antioxidante. La capacidad del Astaxanthin de neutralizar los radicales libres de oxígeno es superior a todos los demás antioxidantes incluyendo la vitamina C, vitamina E, Betacaroteno, vitamina A y todos los transretinal (Bagchi 2001). La astaxantina es un buscador de radicales libres que interfiere con la producción y desarrollo de las células cancerosas, y juega un papel importante en el desarrollo del sistema inmunológico.
What can retailers learn from 2010's holiday email marketing promotions? That question other email marketing questions were answered during this informal discussion between Silverpop's Loren McDonald and email marketers from King Arthur Flour and Cuddledown.
Attendees took away the following:
- Key 2010 holiday email trends;
- Some holiday email best practices (and practices to avoid);
- Ideas for improvement in 2011
This document includes a brief look at Madrid "Business-Friendly" economy. Based on our 7 competitive advantages: 1. Spain’s economic engine; 2. International business center; 3. Highly-qualified human capital; 4. Geostrategic location; 5. Leadership in innovation; 6. Excellence in services and a solid industrial base; 7. Unique quality of life.
While Europe might be a single market, it’s definitely not a single tech scene. That fact makes it difficult to feel the pulse of the European tech. But if you take a close look, you’ll quickly notice that there is interesting stuff happening in Europe
With this report we want to provide a comprehensive review of investment in startups and high-growth technology companies across 31 countries in Europe. Our aim is to provide data-driven guidance, insights and inspiration to stakeholders in the European scaleup ecosystem.
Next Station: Europe: How Europe´s tech startup ecosystems are evolvingAxon Partners Group
“Next Station: Europe” reflects our view about the current state of the European tech ecosystem as well as the great potential we still foresee for the upcoming years. Our optimism is supported by the data and analysis presented throughout the report along with the insights provided by key players of the tech European industry regarding different relevant topics covered in this document.
HealthTech is at the forefront of startups and scaleups, in the United States as well as in Europe. There is no single European healthcare system or market. Instead, high complexity and cultural diversity of healthcare systems makes it challenging to jump into multiple markets and thus to scaleup new companies. But if you take a close look, you’ll quickly notice that there is interesting stuff happening in Europe
With this report we want to provide a comprehensive review of investment in startups and high-growth HealthTech technology companies across 31 countries in Europe. Our aim is to provide data-driven guidance, insights, perspective and inspiration to stakeholders in the European scaleup ecosystem.
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Check out our presentation about how to trade your goods in Spain, shown at the Chester Women's Network hosted by Ellis & Co Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers in Chester.
Eu-India trade and Indian coastal shipping - Port of Antwerp InternationalAshik Rahman
EU, is the largest trading partner for India. This paper aims to identify India’s emergence on paper industry with a focus on its foreign trade with EU and emergence of coastal shipping in India based on reviewing and harmonizing literatures, EUROSTAT, and Indian DGSCIS statistics. The first part aims to clarify and analyze the trade trend between the EU28 and India by looking at their foreign trade situation and intra-trade between each other. The next step is to analyze its growth in different dimensions over the years 2008 and 2012 using market share, SWOT and snapshot analysis with an emphasis on paper industry (HS 49). These years carry its significance as the economic crisis shook the lives which still has its bright stains. Secondly, the concentration is on the coastal trade of the Indian ports where the case study on Gujarat and Orissa ports are worked out. After looking at this picture, we conclude the paper with few recommendations and findings which could support feasibility study for Port optimization at these ports and may act as a key to enlighten investment opportunities for the concerned stakeholders in the supply chain perspective.
Key words: India, EU, Trade, Indian coastal shipping, Snapshot, SWOT
Eu-India trade and Indian coastal shipping - Port of Antwerp InternationalAshik Rahman
EU, is the largest trading partner for India. This paper aims to identify India’s emergence on paper industry with a focus on its foreign trade with EU and emergence of coastal shipping in India based on reviewing and harmonizing literatures, EUROSTAT, and Indian DGSCIS statistics. The first part aims to clarify and analyze the trade trend between the EU28 and India by looking at their foreign trade situation and intra-trade between each other. The next step is to analyze its growth in different dimensions over the years 2008 and 2012 using market share, SWOT and snapshot analysis with an emphasis on paper industry (HS 49). These years carry its significance as the economic crisis shook the lives which still has its bright stains. Secondly, the concentration is on the coastal trade of the Indian ports where the case study on Gujarat and Orissa ports are worked out. After looking at this picture, we conclude the paper with few recommendations and findings which could support feasibility study for Port optimization at these ports and may act as a key to enlighten investment opportunities for the concerned stakeholders in the supply chain perspective.
Key words: India, EU, Trade, Indian coastal shipping, Snapshot, SWOT
Primark’s Background Primark retails a diverse range o.docxstilliegeorgiana
Primark’s Background
Primark retails a diverse range of products for
Women- Men- Children - Home- Beauty-
Accessories - Confectionary
Primark’s Parent
company is
PRIMARK
IRISH CLOTHING RETAILER
Founded in 1969
The stores in Ireland are branded ‘Penneys’
(Primark, 2016)
308 Stores in Europe
Stores in America
Brands
Financial performance 2014- 2015
UK largest market
In 2015 sales were 13% higher than
2014
Like-for-like sale 1% ahead of 2014l
(reflects strong international
performance)
UK delivered a positive like-for-like
performance
France been the most successful
new market
US Dollar’s strength against the Euro
has caused an adverse effect on
margins (ABF, 2015).
650 660 670 680
2014
2015
PROFIT £m
4,600 4,800 5,000 5,200 5,400
2014
2015
REVENUE £m
Future store
expansion
2016
Plan to open 6 stores in US
and the first in Milan
(Mintel, 2016)
Adapted from Primark, 2016
(ABF, 2015)
Primark’s suppliers are located in Bangladesh,
China, India, Turkey and other locations
around the world. Primark is ‘ an international
brand with a global supply chain” (ABF., 2015).
Primark’s Existing Markets
US, UK, Ireland, Austria, France, Germany
Netherland, Portugal, Spain, Denmark,
Belgium (ABF, 2015).
(Adapted from Primark.com,2016)
Justification for Primark’s further International Expansion
Primark’s brand is perceived as
highly differentiated, with strong
image for good value for money,
offering fun and vibrant products
(Mintel, 2015a).
Primark is one of the
leading footwear
retailers in the UK
(Mintel, 2015b)
5.3 %
Footwear
Market
share UK
Financially strong
(ABF, 2015)
Active presence in social media
(Primark, 2015)
One of the largest clothing retailers in
Europe with sustainable growth (ABF,
2015)
After the problem in Bangladesh with a
factory, Primark keeps improving ethical
working standards by their Code of
Practice ensuring ethical working
conditions for their employees and
suppliers (ABF., 2015)
(Mintel, 2015 €)
(Adapted from Johnson et al ,2015, p.131)
W E A K N E S S E S
Primark’s brand reputation
affected by scandal due to
factory collapsing in
Bangladesh (Dobrin, 2013)
3.5
level
-19
level
(Adapted from Brand index, yougov.co.uk, 2013)
Primark ‘s e-commerce is
not developed yet
Primark totally dependent
on outsourcing,
manufacturing is risky due
to the power of suppliers
(Johnson et al ,2015).
BRANDINDEX
2013
S T R E N G H T S
Leading retailer in the UK
youth fashion gaining
excellent international
reputation (Mintel, 2014a)
Primark has the experience,
strengths and infrastructure to
grow and expand internationally
.
Primark posses strong marketing
skills, an affordable and appealing
product range and the capacity in
areas of production to satisfy their
markets’ demands (Muhlbacher,
Leihs and Dahringer, 2006). ...
European scaleups had another great year with a significant jump in funding in 2018 compared to 2017.
Wondering what countries and cities are performing well? What verticals are booming? What technology and business models have traction? How many female founders raised funding?
So there you go, 133 (!) pages packed with detailed information on the state of the European scaleup ecosystem:
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Fenin en colaboración con el departamento comercial UK Trade and Investment, de la Embajada británica en Madrid, han organizado un foro empresarial dirigido al sector de tecnología sanitaria, con el objetivo de evaluar los sistemas de compras de los sistemas sanitarios de España y Reino Unido (NHS), y conocer las oportunidades de negocio que el NHS representa para empresas españolas de tecnología sanitaria.
Fenin en colaboración con el departamento comercial UK Trade and Investment, de la Embajada británica en Madrid, han organizado un foro empresarial dirigido al sector de tecnología sanitaria, con el objetivo de evaluar los sistemas de compras de los sistemas sanitarios de España y Reino Unido (NHS), y conocer las oportunidades de negocio que el NHS representa para empresas españolas de tecnología sanitaria.
Fenin en colaboración con el departamento comercial UK Trade and Investment, de la Embajada británica en Madrid, han organizado un foro empresarial dirigido al sector de tecnología sanitaria, con el objetivo de evaluar los sistemas de compras de los sistemas sanitarios de España y Reino Unido (NHS), y conocer las oportunidades de negocio que el NHS representa para empresas españolas de tecnología sanitaria.
Fenin en colaboración con el departamento comercial UK Trade and Investment, de la Embajada británica en Madrid, han organizado un foro empresarial dirigido al sector de tecnología sanitaria, con el objetivo de evaluar los sistemas de compras de los sistemas sanitarios de España y Reino Unido (NHS), y conocer las oportunidades de negocio que el NHS representa para empresas españolas de tecnología sanitaria.
UK Trade & Investment busca estudiantes de último año y titulados emprendedores y con talento de todo el mundo para apoyarles en el enorme potencial que ofrece el entorno de Reino Unido para el establecimiento y crecimiento de sus empresas
UK Trade & Investment busca estudiantes de último año y titulados emprendedores y con talento de todo el mundo para apoyarles en el enorme potencial que ofrece el entorno de Reino Unido para el establecimiento y crecimiento de sus empresas
UK Trade & Investment busca estudiantes de último año y titulados emprendedores y con talento de todo el mundo para apoyarles en el enorme potencial que ofrece el entorno de Reino Unido para el establecimiento y crecimiento de sus empresas
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Spain, your partner in Europe_ICEX_August2013
1. Spain: your partner in Europe
Global Market Access from an International Economy
Investment Framework
Business Opportunities
August 2013
0
2. INDEX
1.
Spain: a highly internationalized economy
2.
Global Market Access
3.
Macroeconomic Situation and Structural Reforms
4.
Business Climate
Infrastructure and Technology
Incentives and taxes
Human capital: Productivity, Skilled Labor Force and Competitive Costs
Quality of life: Expat setting up
5.
Business Opportunities
6.
ICEX / Invest in Spain
1
4. 1. Spain: a highly internationalized economy
Spain is the world’s 13th largest economy and the 5th largest economy in the EU:
GDP worth 1.5 trillions USD
GDP comparison of major economic regions,
USD billions
EU 27: 16,584
NAFTA: 18,681
Asia: 18,296
Germany:
3,401
France:
2,609
UK:
2,441
Italy:
2,014
Spain:
1,352
USA:
15,685
Japan:
5,964
ASEAN-5:
1,828
Australia:
1,542
BRICs: 14,470
Source: IMF, 2013. Data Referred to 2012
NIEs:
2,086
Canada:
1,819
Mexico:
1,177
Rusia:
2,022
China:
8,227
Brazil:
2,396
India:
1,825
3
5. 1. Spain: a highly internationalized economy
Spain is the 8th largest exporter of commercial services worldwide, 4th in the EU, and
the 20th-ranked exporter of merchandise trade.
Merchandise Trade Exports
USD Millions
Commercial Services Exports
USD Millions
Country
2012
2012/2011
(%)
1
USA
613,796.2
4.3%
2
UK
278,212.4
-4.0%
3
Germany
254,521.5
-2.1%
4
France
208,179.5
-6.8%
5
China
190,000.0
4.3%
6
India
147,613.9
7.7%
7
Japan
139,765.9
-2.0%
8
Spain
139,510.3
-1.2%
9
Singapore
133,157.5
3.3%
126,477.8
-6.7%
4,346,900
1.6%
10 Netherlands
TOTAL
Source: World Trade Organization (WTO), 2013.
Country
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
China
United States
Germany
Japan
Netherlands
France
Korea, Republic of
Russian Federation
Italy
Hong Kong, China
…
20 Spain
…
World
2012
2012/2011
(%)
2,048,814.0
1,547,283.0
1,407,098.2
798,567.2
655,840.9
569,065.3
547,869.8
529,255.0
500,239.2
493,366.0
…
292,205.8
….
18,323,000
0.2%
7.9%
4.5%
-4.5%
-3.0%
-1.7%
-4.6%
-1.3%
1.4%
-4.4%
…
-6.8%
…
-100.0%
Source: World Trade Organization (WTO), 2013.
4
6. 1. Spain: a highly internationalized economy
Spain, strong and sustainable external sector performance
A competitive combination: technology, innovation, productivity and lower Unit Labor Cost
have lead to a competitiveness based expansion of exports during the last three years.
Export of good and services, 2005-2013
Source: Eurostat, 2013.
5
7. 1. Spain: a highly internationalized economy
While the world export market share of the US, UK, France and Italy has declined during
last decade, due to competition from emerging countries, the Spanish share of world
merchandise exports has remained stable.
Country share in world export of merchandise trade,
1985-2012
14.0%
12.0%
10.0%
8.0%
6.0%
4.0%
2.0%
0.0%
Brazil
Italy
China
Russia
France
Spain
Germany
UK
India
USA
Source: World Trade Organization (WTO), 2013.
6
8. 1. Spain: a highly internationalized economy
Spanish and foreign companies established in Spain focus on EU markets, but are
increasing their exports and business towards Latin America, USA, Asia, Russia, Africa
and Middle East using Spain as a platform for Global Business.
Trade balance surplus both with the EU and the Euro Area.
Increasing market diversification: 62.8% of exports sold in the EU in 2012 vs.
68% in 2009 (Euro Area: 57% down to 49.5% in 2012 )
Breakdown of Merchandise Trade by
Recipient Region
Source: Datacomex and Bank of Spain, 2013.
7
9. 1. Spain: a highly internationalized economy
Tourism: Spain is the 2nd country worldwide in revenues and the 1st in Europe and
ranks 4th in arrivals worldwide.
GENERATED REVENUE
(INTERNATIONAL TOURISM)
País
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
2012
(Bill USD)
2012/2011
(%)
USA
Spain
France
China
Macao
Italy
Germany
United Kingdom
Hong Kong
Australia
World
126.2
55.9
53.7
50.0
43.7
41.2
38.1
36.4
32.1
31.5
1,075
9.2%
-6.6%
-1.5%
3.2%
13.7%
-4.2%
-1.9%
3.7%
16.0%
0.2%
3.2%
INTERNATIONAL TOURIST ARRIVALS
Source: WTO, 2013. Tourism Highlights.
País
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
France
USA
China
Spain
Italy
Turkey
Germany
United Kingdom
Russia
Malasya
TOTAL
2012
(Mill. People)
2012/2011
(%)
83.0
67.0
57.7
57.7
46.4
35.7
30.4
29.3
25.7
25.0
1,035
1.8%
6.8%
0.3%
2.7%
0.5%
3.0%
7.3%
-0.1%
13.4%
1.3%
4.0%
Source: WTO, 2013. Tourism Highlights.
8
10. 1. Spain: a highly internationalized economy
Spain has the 12th largest accumulated inward FDI stock and is the 11th largest
investor in the world.
Outward FDI stock,
USD Millions
Inward FDI stock,
USD Millions
Economy
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
United States
Hong Kong SAR
United Kingdom
France
Belgium
China
Germany
Brazil
Singapore
Switzerland
Canada
Spain
Australia
Netherlands
Russian Federation
Sweden
British Virgin Islands
17
18 Italy
19 Mexico
20 Ireland
World
Source: UNTAD, WIR, 2013.
Inward FDI stock 2012
Mill USD
3,931,976
1,422,375
1,321,352
1,094,961
1,010,967
832,882
716,344
702,208
682,396
665,596
636,972
634,539
610,517
572,986
508,890
376,181
Share
17.2%
6.2%
5.8%
4.8%
4.4%
3.7%
3.1%
3.1%
3.0%
2.9%
2.8%
2.8%
2.7%
2.5%
2.2%
1.6%
362,891
1.6%
356,887
314,968
298,088
1.6%
1.4%
1.3%
22,812,680
100%
Economy
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
United States
United Kingdom
Germany
France
Hong Kong
Switzerland
Japan
Belgium
Netherlands
Canada
Spain
Italy
China
Outward FDI stock
2012
Mill USD
Share
5,191,116
22.0%
1,808,167
7.7%
1,547,185
6.6%
1,496,795
6.3%
1,309,849
5.6%
1,129,376
4.8%
1,054,928
4.5%
1,037,782
4.4%
975,552
4.1%
715,053
3.0%
627,212
2.7%
565,085
2.4%
509,001
2.2%
British Virgin Islands
433,588
1.8%
Australia
Russian Federation
Sweden
Singapore
Ireland
Brazil
424,450
413,159
406,851
401,426
357,626
232,848
1.8%
1.8%
1.7%
1.7%
1.5%
1.0%
World
23,592,739 100%
Source: UNTAD, WIR, 2013.
9
11. 1. Spain: a highly internationalized economy
Spain: Inward FDI by country
Stock : EUR Millions
País
USA, UK, Germany, France and Italy
Companies are the largest investors in
Spain.
Increasing interest of companies
from Asia (especially from China,
India, Korea and Japan) Latin America
(especially from Mexico and Brazil) and
from the Middle East Countries.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
USA
ITALY
FRANCE
UNITED KINGDOM
GERMANY
MEXICO
LUXEMBURG
PORTUGAL
NETHERLANDS
SPAIN
SWITZERLAND
BRAZIL
UAE
SWEDEN
CANADA
JAPAN
BELGIUM
COLOMBIA
ISRAEL
DENMARK
IRELAND
URUGUAY
ARGENTINA
SAUDI ARABIA
NETHERLANDS ANTILLES
OTHER
TOTAL
STOCK 2011
75,073.6
49,037.8
37,633.0
35,001.4
29,142.3
22,835.5
20,167.9
17,596.2
16,844.1
16,487.8
10,247.9
7,601.2
5,221.0
4,689.8
4,242.0
3,004.9
2,355.8
2,327.5
1,296.9
1,135.5
1,135.4
980.3
947.1
875.7
850.7
10,808.4
377,539.6
% total
2011
19.9%
13.0%
10.0%
9.3%
7.7%
6.0%
5.3%
4.7%
4.5%
4.4%
2.7%
2.0%
1.4%
1.2%
1.1%
0.8%
0.6%
0.6%
0.3%
0.3%
0.3%
0.3%
0.3%
0.2%
0.2%
2.9%
100.0%
Source: Registro de Inversiones, 2013. Data Refered to 2011
10
12. 1. Spain: a highly internationalized economy
Spanish companies are among leading companies in the world:
3 out of every 5 flights world-wide are controlled
using Spanish air navigation systems.
Telefonica
is
one
of
the
largest
telecommunications companies in the world (by
market capitalization and number of customers).
Santander Bank is the 1st in the euro zone (by
stock market capitalization) and BBVA now operates in
40 countries.
IBERDROLA is the 4th largest utility company in
the world (by market capitalization).
In 2012, 6 of world’s top 10 concession companies
are Spanish and held 36% of the world´s
infrastructure concessions.
The Al Shoula Group, a Spanish-Saudi consortium,
will manage the high-speed train between La Mecca Medina.
The Panama Canal expansion project has been
awarded to Spanish-led consortium
11
13. 1. Spain: a highly internationalized economy
Spain is the 6th most open country to Foreign Investment according to OECD’s FDI
Restrictiveness Index
12
14. 1. Spain: a highly internationalized economy
Over 12,800 foreign companies are currently located in Spain across all
economic sectors
70 of the FORBES Top 100 companies have branches in Spain
13
16. 2. Market Access
Domestic market of over 47 million consumers: Spain has a GDP per capita (PPP)
above the EU-27 average.
Spain grants free access to the world´s
largest market, the European Union: more
than 500 million consumers
Advantages to operate in EU:
Intra-European duty free market.
The free movement of goods &
services, capital and persons.
Single currency: EURO.
Country
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
GDP
Billions $
United States
China
Japan
Germany
France
Brazil
United Kingdom
Italy
Russian
Canada
India
Spain
Australia
Mexico
Korea
15,094.0
7,298.1
5,869.5
3,577.0
2,776.3
2,492.9
2,417.6
2,198.7
1,850.4
1,736.9
1,676.1
1,493.5
1,488.2
1,154.8
1,116.2
GDP Million per
capita
RK Thousand $
14
48,387
80
5,414
18
45,920
20
43,742
19
44,008
52
12,789
22
38,592
25
36,267
51
12,993
9
50,436
111
1,389
27
32,360
6
65,477
60
10,153
35
22,778
Source: WEF 2013
15
17. 2. Market Access
The best European platform for doing business with Latin America:
15 Agreements to Avoid Double
Taxation Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa
Rica, Cuba, El Salvador, Ecuador, Mexico, Panama
Peru*, Rep. Dominicana,* Trinidad & Tobago, Uruguay,
Venezuela
•20 Agreements for Protection and
Promotion of Reciprocal Investments
Bolivia, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Chile, Ecuador, El
Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico,
Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Rep. Dominicana,
Trinidad and Tobago, Uruguay, Venezuela and
Argentina.
Excellent communications and
infrastructure: Madrid concentrates
around 35% of total air traffic between
Europe & Latin America.
Agreements for
Protection and
Promotion of
Reciprocal Investments
Agreements to
Avoid Double
Taxation
16
18. 2. Market Access
Why is Spain a perfect hub for doing business in Latin America?
1. Common historical, cultural and linguistic
roots. Institutional network relationships.
2. Strong economic and business ties:
Spanish companies have invested in strategic
sectors in Latin America (banking, utilities,
communications and transport, building
industry, airport management, etc.)
3. Good communications: Spain is a major
connecting hub for airlines traveling between
America, Europe and Middle East.
4. Multinational companies are increasingly
choosing Spain for their Latin American
headquarters.
5. Spain has become the European HQ for
Latin American multinational companies.
6. In the USA there are more than 50 million
people working in Spanish.
17
19. 2. Market Access
Spain is the world´s 2nd largest investor in Latin America, ( 2nd only to the USA and the
1st among European countries.
Latin America and the Caribbean: origin
of FDI
USA
22%
Others
40%
Japan
4%
Spain
10%
Canada
5%
Latam
9%
Netherlands
10%
EU: Origin of FDI in Latin America and
the Caribbean
80,000
71,024
70,000
60,000
Source: ECLAC, 2012, Figures from 2007 to 2011.
50,000
40,000
30,000
24,091
20,661
20,000
19,136
18,493
10,000
8.010
0
Spain
Netherlands
France
UK
Italy
Germany
Source: ECLAC, 2012. Figures from 2007 to 2011.
18
20. 2. Market Access
Many Spanish companies have a strategic position in key sectors in Latin America
(ICT, Energy, finance, infrastructures, etc.)
19
21. 2. Market Access
Some multinational companies establish themselves in Spain for managing their
operations in Latin America or in the EU.
And in addition, Spain has become the European Headquarters of Latin-American
multinational companies doing business in Europe and MENA countries.
• LATIBEX: the single international market for Latin American securities
regulated by the Spanish Stock Market.
20
22. 2. Market Access
Spain is the nearest European market for doing business with North- African and
Mediterranean countries:
•4 Agreements to Avoid Double Taxation : Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt.
•5 Agreements for Protection And Promotion of Reciprocal Investments Morocco,
Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt.
• Euro-Mediterranean
Association Agreements with
Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon,
Morocco, Tunisia and Algeria for
the gradual liberalization of
trade in the Mediterranean area.
Euro-Mediterranean Association Agreements
Agreements for Protection and
Promotion of Reciprocal
Investments
Agreements to Avoid
Double Taxation
21
23. 2. Market Access
Key Role of the Spanish Canary Islands Special Zone (ZEC) as a commercial and
logistic hub with Africa
Geostrategical location: In the Southernmost
border of the European Union (EU)
Strong historical and commercial ties with Africa
and America
Authorised by the European Commission in
January 2000
Tax advantages for ZEC entities.
Europe’s most advantageous tax regime (4% corporate tax rate).
Excellent communications and services infrastructure.
Interesting tricontinental logistic platform to Africa, Latin America
and Europe
www.zec.org
22
24. 2. Market Access
Top ranking destination cities by investment projects 2011
Global Location Trends. IBM Global Business Services 2012
Source: Global Location Trends. IBM Global Business Services. 2012. (Projects of less than 10 jobs were not included
23
26. 3. Economic policy and structural reforms
During 2012 the Spanish economy underwent a significant adjustment and is in
process of correcting accumulated imbalances
.
25
27. 3. Economic policy and structural reforms
Public Sector Reform: Fiscal Consolidation at all levels of Administration
Strengthening the structural fiscal framework:
Constitutional Reform pioneered adoption of the Fiscal Compact.
Budgetary Stability Law provides for further fiscal discipline and far‐ reaching monitoring and
enforcement tools.
Independent Fiscal Authority envisaged for 2013.
Measures to increase income and reduce expenditure at all levels, with the firm aim of
achieving the deficit goal agreed with the EU.
Spain has achieved the biggest reduction in the primary structural balance of all the
major advanced economies.
Net Lending (+) / Borrowing (-) of the General Government
In percent of GDP
2012 2013
Central Government
-4,1
-3,7
Social Security
-1,0
-1,4
Autonomous Regions
-1,8
-1,2
Local Governments
-0,2
0,0
General Government
-7,0
-6.3
2014
-3,5
-1,0
-1,0
0.0
-5.5
2015
-2.8
-0,6
-0,7
0.0
-4.1
Source: Ministry of Economy & Competitiveness. Excluding impact on
EDP deficit resulting from Financial Sector recapitalisation
2016
-2,0
-0,5
-0,2
0.0
-2,7
26
26
28. 3. Economic policy and structural reforms
Financial system reform
Spanish financial sector was seriously damaged by the real state bubble and the
recession that followed.
In the Spanish Financial System, Entities could be divided in two groups.
The core of the financial system is mainly composed of the largest and
internationalized Spanish Banks with an outstanding performance during the
financial crisis.
The local saving banks – Cajas de Ahorros- has shown structural vulnerabilities
and the highest exposure to real estate. The Government has undertaken a
restructuring process.
In the last two years the provisioning system has been redressed and the
restructuring process has taken fast pace.
Transparent and independent evaluation of the IMF and external risk evaluation of
the whole asset portfolio. 70% of the Spanish financial sector is sound and doesn’t
require additional capital.
Increase in provisions and capital buffers on real-state exposure: Coverage of real
estate assets raised from 18% in December 2011 to 45% in December 2012.
The total number of entities in the financial sector, excluding credit cooperatives and
foreign branches, has decreased from 50 in 2009 to 12 in 2012.
27
27
29. 3. Economic policy and structural reforms
Labour Market Reform:
Fostering labor flexibility and productivity at company level.
Firm-Level wage bargaining prevails over national, regional or sector collective
agreements.
Collective Dismissals without administrative authorization are allowed for firms posting
falling profits for three or more consecutive quarters and elimination of procedural wages.
Convergence and reduction of dismissal costs in line with EU(27) average.
Fair dismissal: severance pay of 20 days per year, up to 12 months
Simplification and clarification of the regime of individual and collective dismissals due to
economic circumstances relate to sales, revenues trends.
Creation of a new permanent contract directed at SMEs
Incentives and tax relief for job creation
Recent trends in the labor market
The labor market is adapting rapidly, spurred by recent legislative initiatives: more
part‐time jobs & lower percentage of employees with temporary contracts, as well as
decelerating nominal and real wages
Sharp reduction in Unit Labor Costs as a continuation of decreasing wages in some
sectors and sharp increase in labor productivity
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30. 3. Economic policy and structural reforms
Measures to foster growth, competitiveness and entrepreneurship
Guaranteeing the Domestic Market: Any product or service lawfully produced in one
region may be offered at national level without additional paperwork.
Liberalization of the retail sector. No restriction on commercial opening hours in
areas of commercial attractiveness; increase of the number of opening days.
Liberalization of professional services.
Plan on Fostering entrepreneurship and business environment: measures to
support entrepreneurs, SMEs and self‐employed workers.
‐
Significant reduction of the red tape to start a business.
Internationalization agency. Centralization of all public export promotion instruments.
Set-up of a Commissioner for the Spain Brand, in order to strengthen our country’s
reputation abroad and promote the visibility of our companies.
Developing science and innovation. Creation of a State Agency for Research.
National Commission of Markets and Competition: incorporates all sector regulatory
bodies and the National Commission of Competition .
Strengthening of the Tourism Sector: A comprehensive National Tourism Plan (PNIT)
for the period 2012-2016 has been approved.
Further liberalization of the Energy, Telecommunications and Transportation sector.
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29
31. 3. Economic policy and structural reforms
The first results
For the first time in 14 years, the Spanish economy needs no external financing. In the
third quarter of 2012, Spain achieved a current account and capital surplus totaling 2.88
billion €. In 2008 – four years ago—our foreign deficit was 10%.
During 2012, Spain's productivity/cost ratio became the second-best in the entire EU.
Labor costs in Spain have been reduced by 3%, and the product/employee ratio has
risen another 3%.
Rapid expansion of the external sector:
Wage moderation has resulted in a competitiveness based expansion of exports
during the last three years.
Surplus trade balances in non-energy goods with the EU and Euro Area.
Geographical diversification of exports of goods: 60% of exports to the EU in 2012
vs. 68% in 2009.
30
30
32. For more information about macroeconomic
situation and economic policy visit:
www.tesoro.es
and
www.thespanisheconomy.com
31
33. 4. Business climate
o Infrastructure and Technology
o Incentives and taxes
o Human capital: Productivity, Skilled Labor
Force and Competitive Costs
o Quality of life: Expat setting up
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35. 4. Business climate: Infrastructure & Technology
Airport Network
250 airlines have scheduled flights, operating out of the country’s 47 airports, being
Madrid and Barcelona the main hubs.
Country
Source: Eurostat 2011
Passengers on board
United Kingdom
Germany
Spain
France
Italy
Netherlands
Switzerland
Greece
Norway
Sweden
Portugal
Denmark
Belgium
Austria
Ireland
Poland
Finland
Czech Republic
201,956,096
177,123,079
165,667,780
132,801,895
117,523,374
54,198,877
41,555,818
33,769,199
32,959,146
29,949,930
27,246,741
25,947,905
25,392,544
25,284,604
23,366,097
20,676,295
16,448,435
12,824,895
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34
36. 4. Business climate: Infrastructure & Technology
Railway Network
Spain is the 3rd largest worldwide (1st in Europe) in High-Speed Network and the European
leader with almost 2,000 km in service. And total railway network of 13,500 km.
According to The Global Competitiveness Report (World Economic Forum), Spain has one of
the best indices of Quality of railroad infrastructure in the world, and subway system in major
cities.
High Speed Lines in the World (Kilometers)
0
2000
4000
6000
8000
China
Japan
Spain
France
Germany
Italy
Turkey
South Korea
USA
Taiwan
Belgium
Netherlands
UK
Switzerland
Source: International Union of Railways. Data Refered July 2012
35
35
37. 4. Business climate: Infrastructure & Technology
Road Network
Spain is the 1st largest EU highway network with 14,262 km. According to The Global
Competitiveness Report (World Economic Forum), Spain has one of the best indices of
Quality of roads in the world.
Length of Motorways (Kilometers)
0
5.000
10.000
15.000
Spain
Germany
France
Italy
UK
Portugal
Belgium
Austria
Switzerland
Croatia
Poland
Finland
Slovenia
Czech Rep.
Bulgaria
Slovakia
Norway
Romania
Lithuania
Cyprus
Estonia
Source: Eurostat 2010
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36
38. 4. Business climate: Infrastructure
Main Port Facilities
Excellent maritime connections, with 46 ports on both the Atlantic and the Mediterranean
coasts, with 3 ports among the Top-15 ports of containers in Europe (Valencia, Algeciras
and Barcelona). According to The Global Competitiveness Report (World Economic
Forum), Spain has one of the best indices of Quality of port infrastructures in the world.
Container traffic for European ports (in TEU)
Source: European Sea Ports Organisation. Ranking based on TEU
(total number of actual twenty-foot equivalent units) of 2011
Port
Rotterdam
Hamburg
Antwerp
Bremerhaven/Bremen
Valencia
Bahía de Algeciras
Felixstowe
St-Petersburg
Marsaxlokk
Gioia Tauro
Le Havre
Zeebrugge
Barcelona
Genoa
Piraeus
Southampton
La spezia
Las Palmas
Marseille
Country
Netherlands
Germany
Belgium
Germany
Spain
Spain
United Kingdom
Russia
Malta
Italy
France
Belgium
Spain
Italy
Greece
United Kingdom
Italy
Spain
France
2011
11,876,921
9,014,165
8,663,947
5,915,487
4,327,371
3,602,631
3,248,634
2,365,174
2,360,000
2,338,000
2,215,262
2,206,681
2,013,967
1,847,102
1,680,133
1,588,553
1,307,274
1,287,389
944,047
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37
39. 4. Business climate: Infrastructure & Technology
81 Technology Parks, hosting over 6,030 companies.
The main sectors of the companies
located in the Parks
ICT
Medicine/Health
Technology centres/R&D
Agriculture/Biotechnology
Aeronautics/Automotive
Business Centres
Engineering/Consultancy
Energy/Environment
Industrial
Training/Human Resources
Electronics
Others
23%
28%
1%
2%
3%
4%
14%
4%
5%
5%
5%
6%
Source: Association of Science and Technology Parks of Spain 2011
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38
40. 4. Business climate: Infrastructure & Technology
Technology Adoption by Companies
Whatever the company size, Spain leads the field in technologically enabled companies
Broadband penetration in Business
(% of companies with broadband access)
ICT Infrastructures in Spanish
Businesses
100
90
Computer
80
100
70
Internet
80
Local Area Network
60
60
40
50
20
E-Mail
40
Wireless LAN
0
30
20
Other Technologies
Broadband
10
Mobile Phones
EU-27
PT
IT
NL
BG
GE
SE
FN
UK
FR
MT
ES
0
Total
Source: Eurostat – Community Survey on ICT usage in enterprises, 2011 (Data 2010)
10 to 49
50 to 249
250 or more
Source: ONTSI, based on INE 2011
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39
41. 4. Business climate: Infrastructure & Technology
Broadband: European Comparison
25.000.000
100%
22.500.000
90%
17.500.000
Brodband Lines
80%
Broadband Lines and Penetration Rate in
the EU27, lines/100 inhabitants
70%
15.000.000
60%
12.500.000
50%
37%
10.000.000
31%
29%
7.500.000
31%
28%
28%28%28%
30%
25%
24%
21%
18%
5.000.000
40%
36%
18%
17%
21%
20%
16%
20% 19%
17%17%
13%
11%
Lines/100 inhabitants
20.000.000
20%
13%
2.500.000
10%
0
0%
MT
CY
LU
EE
LV
SI
SK
LT
IE
Source: XIV Implementation Report, European Commission, 2010
EL
HU
FI
CZ
PT
AT
DK
BE
SE
PL
NL
ES
IT
FR
UK
DE
40
40
43. 4. Business climate: Incentives & taxes
Main incentives for productive investment
Regional incentives 2011-2013.
Grants from Ministry of Finance and Public Administration
40%
30%
20%
15%
N
Extremadura, Canarias
Andalucía, Castilla la Mancha, Galicia
Asturias, Castilla y León*, Murcia, Ceuta y Melilla
Aragón, Cantabria, Comunidad Valenciana*
Cataluña, Baleares, Rioja, Madrid, Navarra, País Vasco
There are other regional and local incentives available in all Autonomous Communities
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42
44. 4. Business climate: Incentives & taxes
Spain has got many Institutions that promote incentives in different calls along the year
R&D&i:
•The Centre for Industrial Technological Development (CDTI) has got a wide range of grants and loans at
competitive low interest rate for technological projects.
•The S.E. of Innovation in the Ministry of Economy and Competitiveness (MINECO) also offers support with
grants and loans for technological projects developed by companies and public organisms
•INVEST IN SPAIN/ICEX has developed a programmed for supporting foreign companies up to € 200,000 for
investments with a high degree of R&D in competitive tender
•The National Innovation Company (ENISA) finances SMEs up to €1.5 million with participative loans at a
very competitive interest rate and where no-guarantee is required.
•The Public organization RED.ES promotes the IT activities of technological companies and start-ups financing
investments in infrastructures, equipments and so on.
Investments:
•The Official Credit Institute (ICO) supports the creation/investment carried out by companies and
entrepreneurs with loans/ leasing at a low rate
•The Ministry of Industry, Energy and Tourism (MINETUR) and The Ministry of Economy and
Competitiveness (MINECO) support investments in equipment and infrastructures with grants and loans for
large and SMEs companies
•The Institute for Energy Diversification and Saving (IDAE) participates directly in the projects with loans at
a low interest rate
Human Resources:
•The Ministry of Industry, Energy and Tourism (MINETUR) and The Ministry of Economy and
Competitiveness (MINECO) support investments in human resources, training and hiring, personnel with
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grants and loans
45. 4. Business climate: Incentives & taxes
Taxes: fiscal incentives for R&D
1. Favorable fiscal system for foreign investors and R+D activities: The 2nd most
favorable fiscal incentives for R&D among OECD countries.
0,5
0,4
0,4
Large firms
0,425…
0,3
0,3
0,2
0,2
0,1
0,1
0,0
-0,1
Note: Tax subsidies are calculated as 1 minus the B index. For example, in Spain, 1 unit of R&D expenditure by large firms results in 0.349 unit of tax relief.
Source: “Science, Technology and Industry, Outlook”. OCDE, 2012.
2. In addition, the Spanish CIT law introduced a patent box type of incentive. Under this
regime 50% of revenues arising from the letting of the right to use certain qualifying
intellectual property (IP) rights are tax-exempt.
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46. 4. Business climate: Incentives & taxes
Incentives for hiring people
Training Contracts Incentives: Reduction in the employer's social security contribution
Company Size
Less than 250 employees
New contract
Annual Amount (€)
100%
More than 250 employees
Term
75%
Throughout the term of the contract
Employee<30 years
1,800 € yearly for women
Conversion of Training, Apprenticeships Contracts
into Permanent Contracts
All
3 years
1,500 € yearly for men
Less than 250 employees
100% for common contigences
More than 250 employees
75% for common contigences
Partial-Time contracts linked with training activities
1 year + 1 year plus
Hiring Incentives: Reduction in the employer's social security contribution
Company Size
"First young job" contract
All
Employee<30 years
Annual Amount (€)
700 €/yearly for women
€/yearly for men
Term
500
3 years
Apprenticeship contracts for first jobs
All
50% for common contingences
Throughout the term of the contract
Employee<30 years
Companies with less than 50 workers
hiring unemployed
Less than 50 employees
3 years
16>Employee<30
Average of 1,200 €
Employee>45 years
Average of 1,400 €
Companies with up to 9 workers hiring unemployed
Up to 9 employees
100% for common contigences
1 year
Employee<30 years
Source: Ministry of Employment and Social Security
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47. 4. Business climate: Incentives & taxes
Taxes: moderate tax burden
The comparative analysis shows that Spain is a country with a relatively moderate
tax burden. (32.4% GDP)
Countries UE. Tax Revenues (Including Social Security Contributions ) as a percentage
of GDP
60,0
50,0
40,0
30,0
20,0
10,0
0,0
Source: Eurostat 2012
46
48. 4. Business climate: Incentives & taxes
Taxes: moderate tax burden
1. A favourable tax rate on corporate income (30% and 25% for SMEs), below USA and
OECD average
2. An attractive allowance and deduction system in corporate tax (19.4% effective rate).
3. The tax system for foreign workers: fixed rate of 24.75% (up to maximum of 600,000 €).
Total Tax Rate of a Company in Europe
(Including Corporate, Labor and Other Taxes)
Italy
Estonia
France
Belgium
Austria
Sweden
Hungary
Czech Republic
Slovak Republic
Germany
Greece
Romania
Poland
Lithuania
EU & EFTA Average
Portugal
Malta
Norway
Finland
Netherlands
Spain
Latvia
United Kingdom
Slovenia
Iceland
Switzerland
Bulgaria
Denmark
Ireland
Cyprus
Luxembourg
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
Source: Paying taxes 2013 (PwC & World Bank)
47
49. 4. Business climate: Incentives & taxes
Taxes: ETVEs
1. Foreign Securities Holding Companies (in Spanish, ETVE) is a Special Tax Regime
applicable to Holding companies.
a) No taxation on paid-in dividends.
b) No taxation on paid-in capital gains.
c) No taxation on paid-out dividends/gains.
d) Stable and reliable regime.
e) Wide tax treaty network (85 treaties to avoid double taxation).
2. The attractiveness of ETVEs goes beyond the pure Tax Holding Regime. The ETVE
regime is an opportunity for international investors to channel their outbound
investments (in Europe, LATAM and other countries) through Spanish HoldCos.
Main Investors in Spanish ETVEs
40.000.000,00
35.000.000,00
30.000.000,00
25.000.000,00
20.000.000,00
15.000.000,00
10.000.000,00
5.000.000,00
0,00
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50. 4. Business climate
o
o
Human capital: Productivity, Skilled Labor
Force and Competitive Costs.
Decreasing Unit Labor Costs.
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51. 4. Business climate: Human Capital:
productivity and skilled labor cost
Labor Costs
Labor cost in Spain are below the EU-27 average
UNIT LABOR COST
Evolution 2011-2012
Index, 2005=100
170
160
150
140
2011
2012
130
120
110
100
90
Index, 2005=100
Source: Eurostat. June 2013
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52. 4. Business climate: Human Capital:
productivity and skilled labor cost
Labor Costs
Unit Labor Costs more competitive than main European economies
UNIT LABOR COST EVOLUTION, 2007-2012
Index, 2005=100
125
120
115
Spain
110
Germany
France
Italy
105
United Kingdom
100
95
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
Source: Eurostat. June 2013
51
53. 4. Business climate: Human Capital:
productivity and skilled labor cost
Compensation of employees
Spain has the lower compensation of employees* in comparison with main European
economies
COMPENSATION OF EMPLOYEES
Millions € (current prices)
400.000
350.000
300.000
250.000
200.000
Germany
Spain
150.000
France
Italy
100.000
United Kingdom
50.000
0
Source: Eurostat . June 2013. Data: Millions € (at current prices)
*Compensation of employees consists of wages and salaries, and of employers' social contributions
52
54. 4. Business climate: Human Capital:
productivity and skilled labor cost
Salaries and wages in Spain
Average salaries by department for different sectors at Medium Companies (Turnover: 25-50 M€;
Employees:151-500)
AVERAGE SALARIES BY DEPARTMENT FOR DIFFERENT SECTORS AT
MEDIUM COMPANIES
Thousand €
100
90
80
70
60
50
40
30
Executive Director/National/Chief
Division Director
20
Manager/Head of Department
10
Officer/Programmer/Technician
0
Source: “Salary Survey 2013”. Group ODE. Data: Thousand €
53
55. 4. Business climate: Human Capital:
productivity and skilled labor cost
Labor Productivity
Spanish Labor Productivity is better than EU-27 Labor Productivity
LABOR PRODUCTIVITY
% change on previous period
4,0
3,0
2,0
1,0
EU 27
Spain
0,0
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
-1,0
-2,0
-3,0
Source: Eurostat. June 2013. Data: % change on previous period
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56. 4. Business climate: Human Capital:
productivity and skilled labor cost
Social Security Costs
Employer contribution rate: 30.9% applied to a threshold. The effective rate is lower: i.e
for a gross Wage of 60,000 € Year : effective rate: 18%
Incentives for certain hiring and training contracts applied to reduce employers’ S. Security
Contribution
Contribution to S. Security
Group 1 Employer S. Security Contribution
1.000 €
1,058.54 €
800 €
30.9%
600 €
324.91 €
400 €
200 €
<1,051.4 €
1,051.5 €
3,425.6 €
>3,425.7 €
Monthly Salary
If the monthly salary is higher than the maximum contribution base, the Social Security
rate applies to this maximum contribution base, being the effective rate lower.
Source: Ministry of Employment and Social Security
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57. 4. Business climate: Human Capital:
productivity and skilled labor cost
Business Schools
IE Business School holds the No. 1 position in the 2012 Financial Times ranking of
European business schools
3 year
2012
average
Rank
rank
1
4
2
1
3
3
4
3
5
7
6
6
7
5
7
12
9
7
10
10
School name
IE Business School
HEC Paris
London Business School
Insead
Esade Business School
Iese Business School
IMD
University of St Gallen
Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus
University
ESCP Europe
11
12
SDA Bocconi
12
11
University of Oxford: Saïd
13
17
Warwick Business School
14
14
Vlerick Business School
15
15
EMLyon Business School
16
14
City University: Cass
16
16
Cranfield School of Management
18
17
Imperial College Business School
19
14
Essec Business School
Source: Financial Times 2012
20
19
Stockholm School of Economics
Country
Spain
France
UK
France/Singapore
Spain
Spain
Switzerland
Switzerland
Netherlands
France/UK/Germany
Spain/Italy
Italy
UK
UK
Belgium
France
UK / UAE
UK
UK
France/Singapore
Sweden/Russia/
Latvia
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58. 4. Business climate: Human Capital:
productivity and skilled labor cost
Business Schools
Spanish Business Schools have three MBA programs among the top 25 in the world
Global MBA ranking 2013
School name
2013 Rank
Country
1
Harvard Business School
USA
2
Stanford Graduate School of Business
USA
3
University of Pennsylvania: Wharton
USA
4
London Business School
UK
5
Columbia Business School
USA
6
Insead
France/Singapore
7
Iese Business School
Spain
8
Hong Kong UST Business School
China
9
MIT:Sloan
USA
10
University of Chicago: Booth
USA
11
IE Business School
Spain
12
University of California at Berkeley: Haas
USA
13
Northwestern University:Kellogg
USA
14
Yale School of Management
USA
15
Ceibs
China
16
Dartmouth College:Tuck
USA
16
University of Cambridge: Judge
UK
18
Duke University: Fuqua
USA
19
IMD
Switzerland
19
New York University: Stern
USA
…
…
…
22
Esade Business School
Spain
Source: Financial Times 2013
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59. 4. Business climate: Human Capital:
productivity and skilled labor cost
Highly skilled labor force
Spain ranks 4th in Europe in number of persons with a scientific/technical tertiary
education, just behind Germany, United Kingdom and France
Human Resources in Science & Technology with tertiary
education, 2012
20.000
18.000
16.000
14.000
12.000
10.000
8.000
6.000
4.000
2.000
0
Source: Eurostat. July 2013. Data: Thousands
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61. 4. Business climate: Quality of life
Foreign Schools
There are currently 175 international schools in Spain, including 111 English spoken
Schools, 24 French Schools and 19 German Schools, among others
Foreign Schools 2013
120
100
96
80
60
40
24
20
19
15
5
5
4
2
1
1
1
1
1
0
Source: Ministry of Education, Culture and Sports, 2013
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62. 4. Business climate: Quality of life
Spain is the 1st country in Europe in terms of quality of life for expats and 3rd
worldwide
With large communities of many different nationalities, Spain is known for its highly
cosmopolitan character. On average, 12.2% of the Spanish residents are foreignborn, a figure that rises to 16-17% in regions like Madrid or Catalonia
One of the largest number of International Schools in Europe
Outstanding & modern health system with very high standards
Favorable fiscal regime for expatriates
Law enforcement: Assurance & stability in business and social life
Excellent climate, first-class gastronomy, wide range of cultural and leisure
activities
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63. 4. Business climate: Quality of life
Expat Experience. League table of selected OECD countries
Country
Overall Experience
Overall quality of life
Overall integration
Overall setting up
Spain
1
1
1
4
Switzerland
2
2
11
9
Germany
3
3
5
7
Australia
4
7
4
1
France
5
5
3
8
Canada
6
9
7
2
New Zeland
7
8
13
3
Belgium
8
6
9
10
United Kingdom
9
12
2
5
Netherlands
10
4
12
12
USA
11
11
8
6
Italy
12
10
6
11
Japan
13
13
10
13
Source: Own elaboration based on The Expat Explorer Survey 2012.(HSBC)
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64. 5. Business opportunities
o
ICT (Information and Communication Technologies)
o
Biotechnology, Pharmacy and Life Sciences
o
Aerospace
o
Automotive
o
Logistics and Transport
o
Environment and Water
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66. 5. Business opportunities: ICT
Information and Communication Technologies Industry in Spain
Spain is the fifth ICT market by volume in Europe: € 101 Billion
The ICT income as a ratio of GDP has been 9.5% in 2011. The gross added value at
market prices represents almost the 5.7% of GDP [1]
Innovation investment (R&D&I)* in the ICT sector has almost doubled (x1.9) over the
period 2003-2009. ICT’s investment in R&D accounts for 40% of the total amount
invested by the private sector in Spain
There are almost 30,000 ICT companies, including digital content, operating in Spain.
The sector is currently[2] employing over 440,000 workers.
ICT Sector Turnover 2011 (€ million)
Other
Production
3,3%
4,0%
Telecom. Services
Commerce
15,6%
33,6%
€100,828M
Digital Content
16,0%
27,5%
Source: ONTSI, 2012. Data 2011
Information Technologies
Sources
[1]:
EITO (European Information Technology Observatory), 2011;
[2]:
ONTSI (Spanish Observatory for the Telecommunications and Information Society), 2012. Data 2011
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67. 5. Business opportunities: ICT
Spanish companies are present and recognized in major
international markets:
Spain is a leader in advanced technologies:
• 3 out of 5 flights in the world use Spanish software
for landing.
• 13 of the 15 major North American oil and gas
companies have Spanish management, control and
information systems installed.
• Major events/Complex, distributed international
delivery
• High-Tech and Defense Industry
• Telecommunications, Utilities, Banking…
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68. 5. Business opportunities: ICT
Software Vendors
Telecom equipment vendors
Hardware Vendors
Service Providers
ICT Services and Consulting Companies
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69. 5. Business opportunities: ICT
Success stories
•IBM was set up in Spain in 1926. Today, the Spanish subsidiaries have 7,200 employees.
•IBM Spain coordinates the activities of IBM in Portugal, Greece e Israel.
•Projects developed in Spain:
•Centre of excellence in Barcelona to develop solutions for financial entities health
sector.
•INSA, an IBM branch, has set up two centres (Caceres and Salamanca) for software
development s to be applied worldwide.
•MareNostrum, supercomputer installed in the Barcelona Supercomputing Centre in
collaboration with the University of Catalonia.
•Technology Expert Council (TEC), which integrates the best talents of IBM in
Spain to enhance the leadership of the company and develop its technical
knowledge.
•In the beginning, HP was set up in Spain as a manufacture centre.
•Nowadays, it has changed its strategy and has set up worldwide recognized support and
R&D centers.
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71. Biotechnology: Overview
5. Business opportunities:
Biotechnology, Pharmacy and Life
Sciences
Participation in the international scientific arena
Spain produces 2.5 % of the world’s scientific publications
according to The British Royal Society (2004-2008)
9th world scientific power and 5th by scientific production in
the EU-15
Growing number of biocompanies and dynamic
creation of jobs
Turnover (M€) biotech sector 2008-2010
During 2000-2010 the number of biotech companies rose
359%
In 2010 1,715 companies involved in biotech activities
(+12.8%) and 617 strictly biotech (+29.9%)
163,526 employees (+3.8%) and 8,258 R+D activities
dedicated (+12.1%)
Strong SPIN-OUTs culture
Every year public institutions create between 10 and 14 new
companies.
Source: ASEBIO 2011 Report and : Relevance of Biotechnology in Spain 2009, Genoma España, INE
R+D Expenses (M€) biotech sector 2008-2010
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72. 5. Business opportunities: Biotechnology,
Pharmacy and Life Sciences
Distribution of biotechnology companies and biotech users by region
After Madrid and Catalonia, Andalucía is the
autonomous region with the higher number of strictlybiotech companies.
Most biotech companies are located in Madrid
(17.39%), Catalonia (15.01%) and Andalucía (13.19%).
Together they account for nearly the 50% of the national
total in 2010.
Source: ASEBIO 2011 Report.
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73. Pharmaceutical Sector: overview
5. Business opportunities:
Biotechnology, Pharmacy and Life
Sciences
An established industry in Spain
In 2011 there were about 476 pharma companies in Spain, including some with no production and/or
marketing activity.
Leading pharmaceutical/biotech multinationals are already located in Spain many of which have
successfully chosen our country for the establishment of Research Excellence Centres, Production or
Distribution Centres.
Distribution by region
These companies are mainly
located in Catalonia and the
Madrid
autonomous
region, which both have
long-standing
pharma
traditions.
Important companies can
also be found in other
regions
such
as
Navarre,
Andalucia
and
Galicia.
Source: FarmaIndustria Annual Report 2011. PMFARMA website
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74. 5. Business opportunities:
Biotechnology, Pharmacy and Life
Sciences
Pharmaceutical Sector: R&D spending and workforce
The pharmaceutical industry is the leader in R&D spending in Spain
In 2010 pharmaceutical companies set aside more than €966M for R&D.
The sector accounts for 19.8% of all private R&D spending in Spain.
Outsourcing R&D
Apart from in-house R&D, the pharma industry leads the way in outsourcing this to other
companies.
Job creation in R&D
The pharma industry has 4,665 employees working full-time on R&D.
This is 12% of all R&D employment in Spanish industry.
Biomedical researchers
The biomedical industry created 2,153 jobs for graduate employees working
exclusively on R&D.
Source: FarmaIndustria Annual Report 2011
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75. 5. Business opportunities:
Biotechnology, Pharmacy and Life
Sciences
Biotechnology and Pharmacy Sector: success stories
Proof of concept for the global market
2013: Novartis is investing 60M€ to expands its facilities in Cataluña for the manufacturing of the
entire production line of inhalers. The expansion will create 70 new jobs.
2013: Lilly has announced an increase in their production and R+D activities in their Spanish
facilities.
2012: Bayer concentrates its global aspirin production in Asturias investing 6M€.
2011: Celgene opens its first research centre outside the United States in Seville. The Celgene
Institute of Translational Research Europe (CITRE) plans to focus on advanced therapies and
regenerative medicine investing €60M.
2009: Genzyme sets up a sales office in Madrid and has a warehouse for domestic distribution.
2008: The WHO designates the Spanish Transplant Organisation as a global collaborator for
donations and transplants.
2007: The EMEA approves Zeltia’s drug, Yondelis, for treatment of soft tissue sarcomas.
2005: GSK opens its research centre for tropical diseases in Spain.
2005: Genetrix receives an orphan-drug designation from the EMEA based on the use of adultorigin stem cells.
2003: Serono concentrates its global growth-hormone production in Spain.
2002: Lilly opened its research centre for medicinal chemistry, one of the biggest in the
world, investing €20m.
2002: Abengoa signed a $35.5m R&D agreement with the US Department of Energy.
2000: Pfizer invested €12m in its European Biometric Centre, which has support functions for the
rest of Europe and USA.
Source: press articles
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76. Healthcare Technology: overview
5. Business opportunities:
Biotechnology, Pharmacy and Life
Sciences
The healthcare technology market
In 2011 this sector invoiced about 7,700 M€.
It comprises more than 1,050 companies.
Job creation
The healthcare technology sector employs more than 29,000 people.
Exports are growing
In 2011 the value of exports surpassed 1,800 M€.
It represents 0.9% of the total exports in Spain.
Important trade partners
The target market is still the rest of the EU, which takes 60% of exports.
Argentina, Mexico, Czech Republic and America are playing an increasingly important role as
big importers of Spanish technology and products.
Source: FENIN annual report 2011.
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78. 5. Business opportunities: Aerospace
Aerospace Industry in Spain
The Spanish Aeronautics Industry is the 5th in Europe in terms of turnover (7.4 billion
€ in aeronautics in 2011) and employment (<37,000 employees)
The Spanish space sub-sector is the 5th one at the European level, employs more than
3,000 people and had a turnover of 720 million € in year 2011.
R&D:
• The investment in R&D activities reached 889
M€ in year 2011 (14.2% of the industry turnover).
Government support:
•The Spanish authorities consider the Aerospace
Industry as one of the Strategic Industrial
Sectors.
• Creation of several public R&D centers focused
in the aerospace industry.
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79. 5. Business opportunities: Aerospace
Success stories
BOEING has developed important R&D Centers in Spain:
•First Boeing R&D center outside the USA
•Main areas: safety, ATM and environmental technologies
•April 2008: first flight of an airplane powered by hydrogen fuel cells – Ocaña
(Madrid)
According to Boeing:
“The reason for choosing Spain was the outstanding role of the country in the EU
and as a reference point with the Latin American countries.
It also shows the relevant position that the Spanish Aerospace industry has
acquired in the last few years and the capabilities of the country in environmental
and ATM technologies”
Source: www.boeing.es
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81. 5. Business opportunities: Automotive
Key figures /Automotive Industry in Spain
Spain is the 2nd largest car manufacturer in Europe and the 12th in the world.
Spain is the 1st manufacturer of Industrial Vehicles in Europe.
Nine out of Ten vehicles Produced in Spain are exported to over 130 countries
Most of the world's biggest car manufacturers are present in Spain with 17
automobile production plants.
Spain Automotive Parts Industry ranks 6th in the world.
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82. 5. Business opportunities: Automotive
Key figures /Automotive Industry in Spain
2 Million vehicles were produced in Spain in 2012.
Automotive Industry turnover accounts for 10% of GDP.
1.000 Auto-parts and components manufacturers.
300,000 people directly employed in the Industry.
2,000,000 jobs linked to the Sector.
1,73 Million vehicles exported to 130 Countries.
Motor Industry Main exporter with 17% of total Goods Exports.
3- 4 Million vehicles transported every year through the territory.
34 Technology Centers devoted to Automotive Industry.
Sources: ANFAC (Spanish Association of Vehicle Manufacturers /SERNAUTO Automotive Parts Exporters Association ) Last data available
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83. 5. Business opportunities: Automotive
Key figures/ Foreign Direct Investment
1,02 billion€ of Productive Investment in Spain in Car Industry in
the period 2010-2012
3 billion € of future investment committed by manufacturers in
2012/2013
New Industrial Plans approved by the 9 Multinational brands
established in the country.
Reindustralization Plan of the Industry to produce 1 Million extra
vehicles “ 3 Million Plan”.
Sources: ICEX-INVEST; Real Instituto Elcano; Ministry of Economy and Cometitiveness (dataInvex)
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84. 5. Business opportunities: Automotive
News /Investment Projects
RENAULT – www.renault.es November 2012 Renault approves the Industrial
Plan 2012-2014 for the Manufacturing Plants of Palencia (Megane), Sevilla and
Valladolid (Captur and Twizzy models). 100 new jobs will be created in Sevilla’s
Transmissions Plant.
IVECO- (Fiat Group) www.iveco.com/spain Industrial Plan up to 2016 for the
manufacturing centers of Madrid and Valladolid (Heavy Vehicles). Investment of 0,5
billion€ and creation of 1.200 jobs throughout this period.
FORD- www.ford.com - US-based automotive giant Ford will expand its
manufacturing complex in Almussafes, Spain. The company will build a new
80,000 sq m plant at the site to produce its own automotive parts and increase a
10% the production of Renault Kuga. 1,1 billion€ investment has been committed
through the period 2009-2013
MERCEDES- will Invest in 2013 up to 200 Millions € to adapt Vitoria Plant
Facilities for the new VITO VS20 and its Electric Version. The Industrial Plan
secures jobs in the plant.
Sources: FDI markets-Corporative Sources-ANFAC (Spanish Association of Car & Trucks manufacturers).
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85. 5. Business opportunities: Automotive
News /Investment Projects
PSA Peugeot-Citroën - will create 1.000 new jobs in 2013 in the
Manufacturing Facilities of Vigo for Production of Citroën C-Elysee, Electric
Versions of Peugeot Partner and Citroën Berlingo and New C4 Picasso.
NISSAN: announces in 2013 €130 Million Investment in Barcelona’s Plant
to produce a new Sedan Starting 2014.
GM- Includes Spanish Plant of Figueruelas in its Industrial Plan for Europe
that will drive up to 4 Billion Investment in 23 new models of OPEL in
Europe for the period 2013-2016.
SEAT (VW Group)- The group VOLKSWAGEN invested € 665 Million in SEAT
Plant of Martorell in 2012, including €100 Million in R&D&I and €13 Million in
Professional Training. Martorell Plant is one of the most productive and flexible
plant of the Group, with 377.000 units in 2012 including the New Audi Q3.
In 2013 The Plant will put on market the new SEAT Leon models.
Sources: FDI markets-Corporative SOURCES -ANFAC (Spanish Association of Car & Trucks manufacturers.
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86. 5. Business opportunities: Automotive
Human Resources /Professional Training/ Research
Automotive Sector expenditure in R&D&i and Professional Training is one of the
highest among all industries in Spain supported by:
Outstanding Network of Universities Research organizations
working for the Automotive industry.
and groups
Automotive Sector accounts for 12% of Spanish Investment in R&D&i.
34 Technology Centers with activities related to the automotive sector.
Significant offer of Master/post graduate studies in Automotive Industry
main manufacturing hubs.
around
High investment in Professional
Continuous Training Programmes
by Car
Manufacturers Annual Average of 63 Millions (444 Millions Investment through the
period 2005-2011)
In 2012 Manufacturers Invested almost €60 Millions in training Programmes.
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87. 5. Business opportunities: Automotive
Market Access – External Trade
Automotive Sector Accounts for 17’4% of Total Spanish Exports of Goods.
Motor Vehicles Main Exporter €23,8 bn in 2012.
Auto –Parts 3rd Chapter in value of Spain’s External Sales with €15 bn.
Spain Exports SPAIN EXPORTS RANKING 2012
Ranking 2012
Value €
% Total
1
Vehicles
23,836,206.37
10.7
2
Fuels and Lubricants
15,523,235.48
7.0
3
Automotive Parts and Accesories
14,967,156.14
6.7
4
5
6
Steel Works
Other Industrial Products
Pharmachemicals
10,610,095.78
9,845,766.64
9,135,687.10
4.8
4.4
4.1
7
Plastics
7,164,621.01
3.2
Subtotal
91,082,768.53
40.9%
222,643,893.84
100.0%
Total Spain Exports 2012
Source ICEX- Data ESTACOM
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88. 5. Business opportunities: Automotive
Automotive Industry in Spain/ AUTO -PARTS
Spanish Auto-Parts Industry ranks 6th in the world in terms of Turnover.
1,000 companies belonging to 720 groups provide customized Service.
Turnover of 29.500 Million € in 2011, 60% exported to 150 countries
191,000 people directly employed in the Sector.
Main global suppliers of the Automotive Industry established in SPAIN
Source: SERNAUTO (Spanish Association of Automotive Parts and Accesories Manufacturers). Year 2011 (last data available).
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89. 5. Business opportunities: Automotive
Automotive Industry in Spain/AUTO -PARTS
1.000 companies providing customized and quick service to the Industry.
778 Original Equipment and Original aftermarket Manufacturers.
High levels of Foreign Investment in the Sector.
Germany, USA, France, Italy and Japan, main investors.
Number of Manufacturing Companies by
Activity
300
245
250
215
200
187
158
150
131
100
50
25
26
0
TIER 1
TIER 2
TIER 3
Orig inal
Eq uilavent Acceso riesCo mmercial
Aftermarket Aftermarket
Source : SERNAUTO (Spanish Association of Auto-Parts Exporters)
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90. 5. Business opportunities: Automotive
Automotive Industry in Spain/AUTO -PARTS
External Trade
Spanish Auto -Parts Industry fully integrated in EU Car Industry.
Germany, France, United Kingdom and Portugal destination of 52% of Spanish
Auto-parts Exports.
US, Mexico, Morocco and BRIC’s among top Ranking destinations.
Country Ranking Spanish Exports Auto- Parts 2012
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Country
Germany
France
United Kingdom
Portugal
United States
Belgium
Mexico
Morocco
Thousand €
2,053,161.19
1,939,799.40
1,030,918.03
552,084.53
504,770.91
408,901.64
303,237.07
293,014.17
% Total
19.37%
18.30%
9.73%
5.21%
4.76%
3.86%
2.86%
2.76%
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Country
Thousand € % Total
Italy
284,407.96
2.68%
Poland
270,761.06
2.55%
Brasil
244,510.88
2.31%
China
230,370.58
2.17%
Czehc Republic225,253.99
2.13%
Rumania
215,837.57
2.04%
Turkey
212,377.30
2.00%
India
192,958.32
1.82%
Source: ICEX/ESTACOM
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91. 5. Business opportunities: Automotive
Eco-Electromobility Spanish Capablities and Leadership
Spain contributes to Eco-Electromobility as a major component designer and
manufacturer and as provider of Infrastructures and Network Intelligence.
74 Spanish Companies and Technology Centers have taken part in 60% of the
European eco-electromobility Projects.
Spanish Companies are leading 13 of these Projects.
The Spanish Technology Platform Move to Future ww.move2future.es gathers
together 142 Key innovative Companies, Research and Technology Centers.
Spanish Scientific, Technological and Industrial capabilities on future transport are well
summarized in the webpage GREEN CAR SPAIN. www.fp7greencars.es
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92. 5. Business opportunities: Automotive
Eco-Electromobility Spanish Capablities and Leadership
Spanish Companies and Research Technology Centers are Heading the 3 European
Projects on New Batteries:
NECOBAUT - New Concept of Metal-Air Battery for Automotive Application based on
Advanced Nanomaterials. Coordinator TECNALIA
Total cost: EUR 3,067,332 / EU contribution: EUR 2,121,013Call: GC.NMP.2012-1
SOMABAT - Development of novel Solid materials for high power Li polymer
Batteries. Recyclability of components. Coordinator ITE Technology Institute of
Energy
Total cost: EUR 5,040,127 / EU contribution: EUR 3,700,896 Call: GC.NMP.2010-1
GREENLION – Advanced manufacturing processes for Low Cost Greener Li-Ion
batteries Coordinator Fundación CIDETEC
Total cost: EUR 8,594,688 / EU Contribution: EUR 5,600,000 Call: GC.NMP.2011-1
Sources: SERNAUTO /MOVE TO FUTURE PLATAFORM – M2F
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93. 5. Business opportunities: Automotive
Eco-Electromobility/Spanish Capabilities
RENAULT, MERCEDES -BENZ, PEUGEOT, CITROËN, FORD, NISSAN and SEAT
have already made steps to produce electric powered and hybrid vehicles in
Spain.
AUTO-PARTS companies with plants in Spain are already working on specific
components and systems for electric and hybrid vehicles.
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94. Why Spain for Automotive?
SPAIN is a key Player in European Car Industry.
2nd manufacturer in the EU.
Productive and flexible Manufacturing plants.
High Future Investment committed by Main Car manufacturers.
Powerfull industrial supply chain and Auto Parts Industry.
Availability of highly qualified human resources.
High public and private investment in Professional Training.
Leadership in European Industrial Innovation-Mobility Sector.
Privileged Export Platform towards EU, Latin-America, North
Africa.
Open Country for Foreign Investment. Public Support for Business Development.
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96. 5. Business opportunities: Logistics and Transport
Logistics and Transport Industries in Spain
• Spanish Logistics sector is fifth in Europe in terms of volume
and employment.
Turnover (2010)
• Turnover € 99,5 billions
• Logistics
• Road, Railway, Sea and Air Freight
• Growth rate of 25% in the last 3 years
• Nearly 4% of the Spanish GDP
43,6%
45,8%
8,7%
• Employment > 920,000 workers
• 4.3 % of active workers in Spain
• 91.9% occupancy rate
1,9%
Road and Rail Freight
Sea Freight
Air Freight
Warehousing and other activities related to transport
• Companies > 209,000
• Structure: High market concentration
Source: National Institute of Statistics, 2012.
• 90% SME’s
• 10 big companies manage 27% of the business
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97. 5. Business opportunities: Logistics and Transport
• The Infrastructure, Transport and
Housing Plan (2012 - 2024) states a
stable and sustained investor scenario of
up to 0.94% of GDP during the period.
• Larger extension of kilometers of
highway in EU-27 > 14,000 km. 5.9 %
Spain vs 1.2% EU average, 1.4% USA or
0.6% Japan.
• 46 Seaports of which Valencia, Bahia
de Algeciras y Barcelona are placed
among the first ten European.
• The Mediterranean Corridor plan within
Trans-European
Transport
Network
connects the Mediterranean Spanish
Seaports to a rail corridor which links
North Africa to Central Europe through
Spain.
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98. 5. Business opportunities: Logistics and Transport
Success stories
• DHL Spain is the key input platform throughout the DHL network to Latin American markets.
Invest in Spain, May 2011.
• TNT International Operations Center Madrid - Barajas (Spain) became hub for South America in
2002. Today, shipments to and from fifteen South American countries are handled from Barajas
Hub and to its whole network. Web.
• Total Terminal International Algeciras (TTIA) part of the South Korean Hanjin Shipping group
builds its first container terminal semi-automatic of the Mediterranean and Southern Europe,
News July 2010.
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99. 5. Business opportunities: Logistics and Transport
Success stories
• Hutchison Port Holdings, a subsidiary of Hong Kong conglomerate Hutchison
Whampoa, operates the new semi-automatic container terminal of the Prat quay in
the Port of Barcelona which represents an initial investment of 300 million Euros and
aims to be the largest terminal in Southern Europe (Nov 2011).
• Mexico's Pemex will install its European operating base in the port of La Coruna
which implies a direct investment of $ 70 million (Oct 2012).
• The Danish APM Terminals Algeciras will devote € 42 million investment to meet their
new triple E ships in the port of Bahia de Algeciras (Jan 2013).
• Toyota Motor Europe (TME) establishes a new logistics center in Illescas from which
enhance the delivery of spare parts and accessories of the brand in Spain (Jan 2013).
• The German Vossloh Rail Vehicules operates one of its engineering centers, a
reflection of its commitment to innovation, in Valencia, Spain.
• One of the main actors of E-commerce in Europe, Vente Privée, opens its third
logistics platform in Spain after Germany and Italy.
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101. 5. Business opportunities: Enviroment and Water
Environmental Industry in Spain
• The Spanish environmental sector moves around 11 billion euros – or 3.2% of the world
market, 4.8% of the European market and 0.9% of Spanish GDP
• 2,000 companies (SMEs) employing half a million people, of whom a quarter (140,343) work in
waste treatment and management. Estimates put employment at 1 million in 2020
• R&D projects for emission reductions, river restoration and numerous other areas of environmental
concern: in 2009, the European Union’s Life+ Programme named five winners in its ‘Best waste
management projects’ category – and two of these were Spanish
Success stories:
Spain ranks third in the world and first in Europe for ISO 14001 Environmental
Management certification with more than 16,500 awarded.
In 2011, the EU granted 85.8 million euros to 29 Spanish projects concerned with nature
preservation, climate change, environmental policy, clean technologies and environmental
information and communication.
•
Areas that require urgent attention and offer opportunities to foreign investors include waste
management, air quality and water treatment:
Waste generation:
Emissions:
Water consumption:
547 kg/inhabitant in 2009
8.02 tonnes of CO2 equivalent /inhabitant in 2009
154 litres/inhabitant/day in 2008
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102. 5. Business opportunities: Enviroment and Water
Environmental Industry in Spain: key players
Public entities
EUROPEAN
ENVIROMENTAL
AGENCY
SPANISH MINISTRY
OF ENVIRONMENT
AND AGRICULTURE
•
•
Private companies
Provides sound &
Makes proposals
independent
information
•
and develops the
implementation of
32 member countries
government policy
www.eea.europa.es
•
•
17 REGIONAL
AUTHORITIES
Definition and
implementation of
environmental policy
Regional
environmental
authorities often
called Consejerías
www.magrama.es
•
•
MUNICIPAL
AUTHORITIES
Subsidies
Fines
Refuse
collection, street
cleaning etc
Local
environmental
authorities, often
called ‘concejalias’
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103. 5. Business opportunities: Enviroment and Water
The Water sector in Spain
• Maximum reservoir capacity
• Reserves at February 2013
• Domestic consumption
54,388 hm3
37,267 hm3 (67.36%)
166 litres/inhabitant/day
Uses
Irrigation
Human supply
Industry
Water
Origin
Dams
Underwater sources
Desalination
Other sources
Treatment
62.66 %
21.16 %
17.17 %
85 %
10 %
2%
3%
3,500 hm³/year of treated wastewater by 1,300 WWTP
500 hm³/year reused by regeneration systems
>700 towns with >2,000 inhabitants with no wastewater treatment plant
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104. 5. Business opportunities: Enviroment and Water
Desalination
• Spain is the 1st producer of desalinated seawater in Europe and America
• Spanish companies are leaders in reverse osmosis technologies.
• Interesting cluster:
More than 700 desalination plants in Spain according to the Ministry of
Agriculture, Food and Environment.
International Expertise in constructing desalination plants (Befesa, Cadagua,
Acciona, etc)
• R&D. Research centres actively involved in desalination:
CEDEX (Study and Experimentation Centre)
Canarian Technologic Institute
ProDTI, University of Seville
CENTA
Foundation “Investigación e Innovación para el Desarrollo Social”
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105. ICEX / Invest in Spain
your partner in Spain
6. ICEX-Invest in Spain
Orense 58, 3rd floor
28020 Madrid SPAIN
T (+34) 91 503 58 00
E-mail: investinspain@icex.es
www.investinspain.org
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106. Who is…
INVEST IN SPAIN is the Directorate in charge of attracting foreign direct
investment in ICEX-Spain Trade & Investment. The Secretary of State for
Trade is our president (Ministry of Economy and Competitiveness).
Objectives & activities
To promote, attract and maintain foreign direct investment in Spain
Attracting new projects of foreign investment by focusing on
countries, sectors and businesses that involve greater growth potential for
Spain
Promoting a business climate and facilitating doing business in Spain
Transmitting an image of Spain as an internationalized country
associated with highly competitive human and technological resources
To be the benchmark for foreign investors and the meeting point
between companies and institutions in the State, Regional and Local levels
engaged in promoting and attracting investments
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107. 1.- Information and Advice
Personalized advisory service. Customized reports
Information on European, National, Regional and Local grants and
subsidies applicable to investment projects
Information on administrative procedures and advice on all stages of the
investment process
Specialized consultancy on legal, technical and market areas through
partnership institutions
Specialist publications: sector guides, tax, immigration and legal briefs….
2.- Support and Management
Assistance with the establishment of foreign companies in Spain:
Finding the best location for each project throughout Spain
Organization and co-ordination agenda: meetings and visits to of companies
and institutions throughout Spain, as well as with the regional and local
governments concerned
Identification of the strategic & technology partners for each project
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108. 3- Business Development
Working in conjunction with regional and local agencies to provide clients
with the best possible service and location
Help in seeking incentives, public and private finance for the
establishment, development and expansion of companies setting up in
Spain
Introductions to other companies: to
projects, suppliers, specialist consultancy…
help
with
reinvestment
Partnership & management of joint investments by foreign companies and
Spanish investors
4.- Business climate
Presents the collective needs & interests of foreign-owned companies to the
Spanish Administration
Opinion surveys: individual interviews, focus-groups, Analysis of the business
climate. Foreign chambers of commerce, associations, etc
Legislative and administrative proposals
Periodical publications on topics of interest to investors
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109. 6. Invest in Spain: Investor services
Services of special interest : Immigration Department
Provides advice about the most appropriate way (quickest and least
bureaucratic)
to
obtain
the
permits
for
highly
qualified
employees, technical staff, scientists, families, ...
Advice about how to open a branch, create or acquire a company ...
Assessment regarding transactions that involve immigration issues
for foreigners without residence in Spain
Act as the institutional contact for companies vis-à-vis all Spanish
bodies with powers, such as the Spanish Embassy and
Consulates, Ministry of Employment , Home Office and Regional
Immigration Offices
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110. 6. Invest in Spain: Investor services
Services of special interest : The Technology Fund Program
The Technology Fund is a special budget of € 2,300 million from
European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) created to promote
business R&D&I in Spain for the 2007-2013 period
Invest in Spain takes part in this European program with a € 24 million
budget by promoting the capture of investments with a high degree of
R&D&I from foreign-owned capital companies
Investment in facilities, equipment, human resources and technology
could be supported up to € 200,000 grant per company in competitive
tender.
From 2008 Invest in Spain has supported 79 projects for a total
amount of € 9 million in high added value sectors such as
Biotechnology, IT, Renewable energies and Environment
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111. ICEX / Invest in Spain
your partner in Spain
6. ICEX-Invest in Spain
Orense 58, 3rd floor
28020 Madrid SPAIN
T (+34) 91 503 58 00
E-mail: investinspain@icex.es
www.investinspain.org
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