The Basque Country: “fertile ground” for international industrial investment

The Basque Country: “fertile ground” for international industrial investment

The Basque Government has presented the advantages and benefits of investing in the region at the “Invest in the Basque Country” event, held in Madrid to reinforce the territory’s positioning as an attractive, competitive, and reliable destination for international investment.

The Basque Government activates the industrial shield with €1.047 billion to address the impact of the Middle East conflict
17/03/2026 Business relaunch

The Basque Government activates the industrial shield with €1.047 billion to address the impact of the Middle East conflict

Aid for the transformation and diversification of SMEs is increasing by 51.4%, reaching €277 million

Lehendakari announces activation of the Basque Country’s industrial shield to address the impact of the conflict in the Middle East
11/03/2026 Business relaunch

Lehendakari announces activation of the Basque Country’s industrial shield to address the impact of the conflict in the Middle East

“We are concerned about industry and industrial employment. And we are concerned about how this crisis affects people’s pockets through the price of energy, transport and many basic goods,” the Lehendakari said.

The Lehendakari convenes the Industrial Defence Group in response to the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East
05/03/2026 Business relaunch

The Lehendakari convenes the Industrial Defence Group in response to the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East

It will take place on Wednesday the 11th. Euskadi has a significant business presence in the areas affected by the conflict; the Basque Government has identified 42 Basque companies and 63 industrial and commercial operations in those areas. “From Euskadi we cannot control the global geopolitical chessboard, but we can...

Imanol Pradales: “We will work to have the Basque Country declared an ‘industrial acceleration area’.”
05/03/2026 Business relaunch

Imanol Pradales: “We will work to have the Basque Country declared an ‘industrial acceleration area’.”

The Lehendakari announced that he will raise this issue in the bilateral agenda with the Spanish government during his third official trip to Brussels, where the European Commission has presented the Industrial Acceleration Act.

Jauregi announces at BIEMH the launch of the Smart Industry Renove Programme to accelerate the technological modernisation of Basque industry
04/03/2026 Business relaunch

Jauregi announces at BIEMH the launch of the Smart Industry Renove Programme to accelerate the technological modernisation of Basque industry

The Lehendakari praises the efforts of Basque companies to guarantee the prestige of the ‘Made in Euskadi’ label. Imanol Pradales calls for protecting industry and seizing the opportunity created by the winds of European reindustrialisation. -

Hablamos de tu sector: Clusters de Euskadi
27/02/2026 Cluster policy

Hablamos de tu sector: Clusters de Euskadi

Los Clusters ya calientan motores estos días para la semana de BIEMH. La práctica totalidad de los sectores económicos tendrán una intensa actividad en el 'Bilbao Exhibition Center'

Revolutionary Technology Made in Euskadi to Develop Industrial Robots through the ROBOOST Transformative Project
26/02/2026 R&D&I

Revolutionary Technology Made in Euskadi to Develop Industrial Robots through the ROBOOST Transformative Project

This second Transformative Project represents an initial investment of nearly €50 million over the next three years, of which more than €35 million will be allocated to R&D and technological development activities. It will create 500 high-quality jobs — 200 direct and 300 indirect.

The Regional Minister for Industry, Mikel Jauregi, Visits Schaeffler’s Plant in Elgoibar, a Pioneer in Industrial Digitalisation

The Regional Minister for Industry, Mikel Jauregi, Visits Schaeffler’s Plant in Elgoibar, a Pioneer in Industrial Digitalisation

The Elgoibar factory employs 240 people, specialises in the manufacture of bearing needles and is home to the registered office of the legal entity Schaeffler Iberia.

Euskadi to Play a Key Role in the Development of the New Generation of Future Aircraft Engines through the First Transformative Industrial Project
16/02/2026 Business relaunch

Euskadi to Play a Key Role in the Development of the New Generation of Future Aircraft Engines through the First Transformative Industrial Project

The transformative project represents a further step in the development of Euskadi’s aeronautical industry and will enable the advancement of key technologies for the next generation of commercial aviation engines, among others. The project entails an investment of more than €110 million over the next three years, of which more...

The President of the Basque Government calls for a new political alliance so that Europe achieves “true autonomy” in its reindustrialisation

The President of the Basque Government calls for a new political alliance so that Europe achieves “true autonomy” in its reindustrialisation

The second edition of the Leaders Meeting – Fit For The Future summit closes with the signing of the ‘Bilbao Declaration’, setting out a political and strategic stance on industrial competitiveness, innovation and strategic technologies.

The Two “Paradoxes” Affecting the Industry
05/02/2026 Business relaunch

The Two “Paradoxes” Affecting the Industry

Mikel Jauregi, Regional Minister for Industry, Energy Transition and Sustainability in the Basque Government, has expressed the Government’s full commitment to jointly exploring these and other avenues with the rest of the public administrations, always in defence of Euskadi’s industry

The Basque Government Proposes That the Spanish Government Review the Distortions That Increase Energy Prices and Limit Industrial Competitiveness

The Basque Government Proposes That the Spanish Government Review the Distortions That Increase Energy Prices and Limit Industrial Competitiveness

Electricity costs for Basque industry can be up to 165% higher than in France and 35% higher than in Germany. Both countries manage to reduce final prices through clearly favorable regulatory measures for energy-intensive industrial sectors.

Pradales strengthens Euskadi’s industrial strategy with a firm commitment to decarbonisation and strategic autonomy
26/01/2026 Decarbonization

Pradales strengthens Euskadi’s industrial strategy with a firm commitment to decarbonisation and strategic autonomy

Together with the 2.5 MW electrolyser, the future 100 MW electrolyser will position Euskadi at the forefront of green hydrogen in Europe and will make it possible to avoid the emission of up to 167,000 tonnes of CO₂ per year, marking a decisive step forward in the smart decarbonisation of...

Imanol Pradales: “Euskadi is a strong model that offers refuge for those seeking stability in an unstable world”

Imanol Pradales: “Euskadi is a strong model that offers refuge for those seeking stability in an unstable world”

The President of the Basque Government (Lehendakari) concludes his participation in the World Economic Forum in Davos by defending the Basque model at an event co-organised with the United Nations. Imanol Pradales expressed his satisfaction with the level achieved during Euskadi’s first participation in this prestigious, top-tier global political and...

Euskadi strengthens its position as a European hub for biosanitary innovation, neuroscience, and health technologies after two major achievements
05/12/2025 Cluster policy

Euskadi strengthens its position as a European hub for biosanitary innovation, neuroscience, and health technologies after two major achievements

Bi topaketa hauek nabarmen indartzen dute sektore biosanitarioaren proiekzioa Euskadin

Internationalization, Key to Boosting the Basque Industry
01/12/2025 Business relaunch

Internationalization, Key to Boosting the Basque Industry

Minister Mikel Jauregi has stated that he agrees with the priorities outlined in the report and already reflected in the industry plan, such as strengthening local business roots, attracting foreign investment, developing new talent, and increasing the size of SMEs

SPRI Presents the Transformative Projects of the Euskadi 2030 Industry Plan
17/11/2025 R&D&I

SPRI Presents the Transformative Projects of the Euskadi 2030 Industry Plan

They are the strategic instrument to drive Euskadi’s new industrial transformation, through high-impact collaborative projects that mobilize public–private investment, create qualified employment, and strengthen Euskadi’s industrial and technological capabilities.

The Basque Country strengthens its commitment to a “Better Industry, More Industry, and Fewer Emissions” with the rollout of the Hydrogen Backbone Network
03/11/2025 Decarbonization

The Basque Country strengthens its commitment to a “Better Industry, More Industry, and Fewer Emissions” with the rollout of the Hydrogen Backbone Network

The Euskadi 2030 Industry Plan promotes smart decarbonization, an energy mix, and technological neutrality, driving both electrification and other clean technologies such as green hydrogen.

Basque Country strengthens industrial cooperation with Poland, one of its top ten export destinations

Basque Country strengthens industrial cooperation with Poland, one of its top ten export destinations

Imanol Pradales: “Ensuring the continent’s industrial competitiveness will only be possible if we join forces, seek new synergies, and row in the same direction.”

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