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spain
Commodities Firms Scramble for Battery Power in Spain and Portugal After Blackout
A massive April 2025 power cut that plunged Spain and Portugal into darkness led industrial firms such as Spanish meat processor Fribin to invest in battery back-up systems. Spanish battery storage capacity rose almost sevenfold, from 28 MW to 193 MW, while a 2,400 MW pipeline of EU-funded storage projects is under way.
Logistics Colis Privé expands last-mile delivery into Spain and Portugal via Paack acquisition
Ceva Logistics has completed the acquisition of Paack Iberia and Paack France for integration into Colis Privé, its European last-mile delivery business. The deal adds about 490 employees and expands Colis Privé's network into Spain and Portugal, according to FreightWaves.
Technology Spain's Submer Invests $2 Billion in Madhya Pradesh Semiconductor Sector, Eyes 5,000 Jobs
Spain's Submer Group announced a $2 billion investment in Madhya Pradesh's semiconductor industry at the MP Tech Growth Conclave 3.0, expected to create nearly 5,000 direct jobs. The state government allotted 15 acres in Acharpura for a data centre project. Submer also plans to expand its liquid cooling solutions manufacturing and skill development programmes in India.
Logistics Gibraltar Border Removal with Spain Set for July 15: Logistics Impact on Trade Flows
The removal of border controls between Gibraltar and Spain on 15 July 2026 will eliminate daily queues of 15,000 workers and is expected to significantly boost trade flows in shipping, online gaming, and financial services by aligning Gibraltar with the EU customs union and Schengen area.
Business Spain's Tourism Surge Amid Middle East Tensions
Spain's tourism industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, with visitor numbers reaching new highs as travelers avoid the Middle East due to geopolitical tensions. The country received 9.1 million international visitors in April 2026, marking a 5.2% increase from the previous year.