A major transformation is underway in the Cartuja district of Seville, home to the Sevilla TechPark technology zone. City authorities and the Andalusian government have agreed to completely redevelop the canal-side area, which had long been neglected and overgrown. The project will bring modern buildings, hotels, commercial spaces, and service facilities, breathing new life into this part of the city.
Along Avenida de los Descubrimientos, construction is already in full swing: four new buildings are being built simultaneously, and soon they will be joined by a new city auditorium as well as facilities for business and service industries. The total investment is expected to approach 100 million euros—making it the largest investment in Seville’s technology cluster in recent years.
European center and cultural projects
One of the key projects is the new building for the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC). It is being constructed on the former site of the Pabellón del Futuro, on the southern edge of Cartuja. Construction began last summer and is scheduled for completion by 2027, with around 20 million euros allocated for the project. Once open, the facility will accommodate over 400 JRC staff members currently based in the neighboring Expo building, significantly strengthening the European presence in Seville’s technology park.
Next to the new research center is the Centro Andaluz de Arte Contemporáneo (CAAC). Here, the reconstruction of a 15th-century pavilion—originally part of the Expo 92 exhibition—is nearing completion. Around 6 million euros have been spent on renovating this historic building. Once the repairs are finished, the museum will gain additional exhibition space and be able to welcome more visitors, while the pavilion itself, which had long stood empty, will once again become a vibrant part of the city’s cultural life.
Auditorium and Infrastructure
Another major site on the avenue is the municipal auditorium named after Rocío Jurado. Earlier this year, it suffered significant damage due to a fire and is now set for a full-scale reconstruction. City officials are considering several modernization proposals: the companies 33 Producciones and Pro Venue Gestión de Instalaciones y Eventos have already submitted their plans. Investments in the renovation could exceed 35 million euros. Proposals include installing a roof, a modern air conditioning system, and expanding capacity to 15,000 spectators. Once completed, the auditorium will be able to operate year-round and host large-scale events.
On the site of the former Palenque pavilion, a new data processing center is being built for the Andalusian government. This strategic facility will provide security and centralized storage for the regional administration’s data. Around 35 million euros have been allocated for its construction. The center is expected to become a key component of the region’s digital infrastructure and enhance information security.
Private Investment and New Offices
Private businesses have joined the government projects. The well-known fashion brand Scalpers is building its new headquarters on Avenida de los Descubrimientos. The company is investing approximately 5 million euros in the construction of the office building. The opening is planned for the first half of 2026, after which Scalpers will move out of its current premises in the former Italian Pavilion.
All these projects share a single goal—to transform Avenida de los Descubrimientos into the main hub for growth and innovation for Sevilla TechPark. For the first time in three decades since the iconic Expo 92, the Cartuja district is getting a chance at a new beginning. The combination of public and private investment, alongside new cultural, scientific, and commercial facilities, is set to make this corner of Seville one of the most dynamic in Spain.
