Indra changes its leadership team before strategy reset
Indra is changing its executive structure ahead of a new strategy. Five senior managers are leaving, and Defence and Operations are getting new leaders.
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MG3 shakes up Spanish market with new upgrades and low price
MG has launched the updated MG3 in Spain, keeping the petrol model below 14,000 euros and the hybrid below 18,000 euros. The new version improves comfort and hybrid performance, while adding generous equipment.
Almería puts Mars landing gear through its final test
A Spanish-built Mars landing system is entering its final qualification stage. ESA will test the Charlie ground demonstrator in Almería ahead of the 2028 ExoMars mission.
Schneider Electric takes Ruta 26 back on the road
Schneider Electric is restarting Ruta 26 across Spain and Portugal. More than 40 stops will bring electrical professionals training and digital tools, alongside technical advice.
Stella Li picks the Denza B5 as the SUV that makes women feel unstoppable
Stella Li, a driving force behind BYD’s global push, singles out the Denza B5 for women seeking power and confidence on the road. Her stance signals a new direction in how carmakers approach female drivers.
Telefónica Germany turns to AI as merger talk returns
Telefónica Germany is rebuilding after losing 1&1. AI should cut costs as the operator expands fixed-line services and pursues business customers, while keeping network deals on the table.
Telefónica puts German O2 through an AI-led overhaul
Telefónica is rebuilding its German O2 business around artificial intelligence. The plan includes 150 AI applications. It also calls for staff cuts and 60 store closures as the company seeks new growth.
Ford profit plunges in Spain even as car sales climb
Ford Spain ended 2025 with net profit of €69 million, down 70% from a year earlier. Sales climbed, while revenue and production fell amid the strain of the electric transition.
Geely E5 SUV gets major power and range boost after sales slump
Geely has rolled out a revamped EX5 SUV with a 333 CV motor and up to 521 km of range. The move comes as sales in China tumble, prompting the brand to raise its game in the electric SUV race.
ASUS Zenbook 14 takes aim at the MacBook Neo for 799 euros
ASUS presented the Zenbook 14 in Madrid with a starting price of 799 euros. The Snapdragon X laptop weighs 1.1 kilos and brings Copilot+ features to a direct Apple rival.
GWM targets rapid growth in Spain with seven new models
GWM is targeting a three percent share of Spain’s private and SME car market within two to three years. The company plans to introduce seven new models and build a dealer network across the country despite rising tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles.
BYD Great Seagull shakes up city EV charging with Flash Charging debut
A single photo of the BYD Great Seagull at a Flash Charging station has changed the outlook for affordable electric cars. The image points to a major increase in charging speed and technology for city drivers.
Maserati eyes electric revival with Chinese partnership
Maserati is in talks with Huawei and JAC to build two new electric cars. The Italian brand wants to reverse falling sales by tapping Chinese technology and production. No deal has been officially confirmed.
Helena Guardans takes over as Liceu president
Helena Guardans now leads Barcelona's Gran Teatre del Liceu. She brings fundraising experience and a long record of building ties between businesses and institutions.
Ford Almussafes faces crisis as production plummets
Ford’s Almussafes factory in Valencia is operating at a fraction of its capacity, with taxpayers footing the bill to keep jobs alive. The plant’s future now hinges on delayed investment from China’s Geely.
Asus puts battery life at the center of its Zenbook 14 launch
Asus has launched its new Zenbook 14 in Spain, with prices starting at 799 euros. The 1.1-kilo laptop claims more than 21 hours of battery life and includes built-in AI tools.
WiZink CEO leaves as Unicaja talks continue
Iheb Nafaa is leaving WiZink for personal reasons, and President Joaquim Saurina will take over as the bank continues talks with Unicaja after another loss-making first half.
WiZink CEO Iheb Nafaa exits amid Unicaja talks
WiZink CEO Iheb Nafaa has left the bank for personal reasons. Chairman Joaquim Saurina will take over his functions as talks with Unicaja continue without a reported agreement.
Joaquim Saurina takes executive control at WiZink
By August, WiZink's result had turned positive, bank sources say, but the bank remains under pressure from legal claims and ongoing talks with Unicaja. Joaquim Saurina has taken executive control following Iheb Nafaa's departure.
WiZink returns to profit before CEO exit
Iheb Nafaa is leaving WiZink for personal reasons after the bank returned to profit and strengthened its solvency. The change comes as WiZink discusses a possible sale of its card business to Unicaja.
BYD opens Zaragoza dealership, bringing its Spanish network to 108
BYD has opened a new dealership in Zaragoza, bringing its Spanish network to 108. The move strengthens its push to expand electric-car sales and intensifies competition in the Spanish market.
EQT puts its Parques Reunidos stake up for sale at €1.7 billion
EQT is preparing to sell its controlling stake in Parques Reunidos. JPMorgan will manage the process, which values the holding at about €1.7 billion.
Desigual intenta recuperar el pulso que perdió
Desigual is rebuilding its business after a sharp decline. Digital sales and younger customers offer early signs of recovery, but the company still has to turn that change into steady growth.
Zegona sets aside €400 million for shareholders
Zegona plans to return €400 million to shareholders through dividends and share buybacks. The move follows a sharp recovery at Vodafone España and could further increase the value of its top executives’ holdings.
Osborne turns shared Spanish memories into contemporary art
Osborne and Lucha de Gigantes will present 16 works by nine artists at Estampa from 24 to 27 September 2026. The exhibition draws on Spanish roads and family memories, alongside popular culture, as the Toro de Osborne reaches its 70th anniversary.
Dongfeng steps up its electric and hybrid game in Spain
Dongfeng is moving quickly in Spain, expanding its range of electric and plug-in hybrid cars. The brand offers longer warranties and plans to reach 45 dealerships by 2027, challenging established rivals with sharp prices and new technology.
Ignis IPO faces regulatory risk from Spain's data centre rules
A draft decree could unsettle Ignis before its planned market debut. The company wants €500 million to expand its data centre business in Spain.
Telefónica España makes devices a standalone business
Telefónica España is creating a dedicated hardware division within its residential B2C business. Alberto Ruano will lead it from 1 October 2026, after more than 25 years in technology management, including senior roles at Lenovo.
Telefónica España puts devices at the center of its growth plan
Telefónica España will create a dedicated hardware division within B2C on 1 October 2026. The unit will manage the device business across products, sales, logistics and finance as Movistar expands beyond smartphones.
Spain opens fast track for Chinese companies as US and UK investment drops
Spain is setting up a fast track for Chinese firms, hoping to fill the gap as US and UK investment dries up. The government will now handle all major investment approvals from Moncloa, promising faster decisions on big projects.
BYD closes in on 130 dealerships in Spain, eyes Andorra launch
BYD has added 11 dealership groups in Spain and is preparing to open its first official showroom in Andorra. With nearly 30,000 vehicles registered by August, the brand is nearing its expansion goals and putting pressure on established rivals.
LEPAS shakes up Spain’s car market with AI-made campaign
LEPAS has landed in Spain with a campaign made entirely by artificial intelligence, using humor and irony to challenge traditional ideas of automotive elegance. The brand’s debut signals a new approach to selling and presenting cars.
Renault Rafale hypnotic: 300-horsepower limited edition lands in Spain
Renault is bringing just 1,500 Rafale hypnotic SUVs to Europe, with only 200 allocated to Spain. The 300-horsepower plug-in hybrid stands out for its bold design and high-end technology.
Pay Gap at Ibex-35 Companies Reaches 67 Times Employee Salaries
Executive pay moved further away from employee salaries at Spain's biggest listed companies. The gap reached 67 times in 2025, while three women executives shaped the gender figures at Ibex-35 firms.
Dacia Sandero tops Spanish sales as Moroccan factories take over production
The Dacia Sandero leads Spanish car sales in 2026, but nearly every unit is now built in Morocco. More than 98 percent are produced in Tangier and Casablanca, making Spain’s favorite car a North African export.