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Why set up your logistics business in Madrid?

A comprehensive transport network

Located in the heart of Spain, Madrid, the country’s capital, occupies a central and strategic geographical position.

Boasting road and rail infrastructure, the Madrid region lies at the heart of a network connecting the entire Iberian Peninsula and the rest of Europe by land. Businesses based in Madrid benefit from their proximity to Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas International Airport, one of the largest in Europe, which facilitates connections to domestic and international destinations, thereby supporting efficient logistics operations.

Madrid can also rely on its customs port, which facilitates the distribution of goods to the main seaports of the Iberian Peninsula.

A region offering growth prospects for the logistics sector

As a pioneering sector, logistics and transport account for 10% of Spain’s GDP. Madrid is a leader in the field of high value-added logistics, accounting for over 80% of national turnover in this sector. This figure continues to grow with the arrival of new, innovative logistics companies seeking to boost their appeal.

Commercial property for logistics in Madrid

Madrid has allocated more than 250,000 m² of property specifically for logistics activities in the region. Indeed, to enable logistics companies to grow and benefit from an environment conducive to employment, a variety of business parks, plots of land, warehouses, buildings and logistics hubs are available across the region.

A skilled workforce for logistics professionals

The breadth and diversity of training programmes on offer in the Madrid region mean that logistics professionals can draw on a pool of qualified and experienced staff specialising in supply chain management, warehouse management, transport planning and other key aspects of logistics. This is a major advantage for establishing and developing your business in the logistics sector.

Logistics companies based in Madrid

Key figures

• 200,000: the number of direct and indirect jobs generated by the logistics sector in the Madrid region
• 8,000 companies operate in the logistics and supply chain management sector
• ¾ of Spain’s largest companies specialising in warehousing and distribution are based in Madrid
• ¼ of companies active in the courier and parcel delivery sectors have chosen Madrid as their base of operations.

They have chosen Madrid as the base for their logistics operations:

• AFERSA LOGISTICS.
• EHUBOO LOGÍSTICA Y FULFILLMENT.
• NORESTE LOGÍSTICA SL.
• LOGÍSTICA MOBELLIAL, S.L.
• LLÉVALO.

Madrid: A region conducive to the growth of ICT companies

The Madrid region is one of the leading technology hubs in Spain and Europe. The city is home to numerous leading ICT companies, innovative start-ups and renowned research centres. This concentration of resources makes the region a major hub for ICT.

Easy access to a highly skilled workforce for digital roles

The city of Madrid has a well-developed higher education system, comprising 19 universities, seven public and 12 private, producing around 40,000 graduates each year.

Furthermore, Madrid is home to some of the world’s most prestigious business schools:

• the Instituto de Empresa
• ESADE
• IESE
• the Business School

University graduates account for 50% of Madrid’s human capital, providing businesses with a skilled and qualified workforce.

Setting up in technology business parks

The Madrid region boasts a dynamic ecosystem of ICT start-ups. Areas such as the Madrid International Lab and the Madrid Startup District offer offices, co-working spaces, incubators and events for tech entrepreneurs. Investment in ICT start-ups continues to contribute to the growth of this ecosystem and the creation of spaces designed specifically for those in the sector.

Over 50,000 m² of office space has been available since the second quarter of 2023, catering for both fledgling start-ups and established companies in the digital sector.

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ICT companies based in Madrid

The region maintains this momentum by hosting numerous events each year, such as the South Summit, which brings together entrepreneurs, investors and ICT experts to share ideas and forge partnerships.

This vitality makes the Madrid region a major centre of attraction and an essential hub for the growth of businesses in the digital sector.

A significant proportion of ICT companies are now based in Madrid, within various technology parks or office spaces dedicated to the digital sector.

Key figures

13,020 active ICT companies in 2018

Turnover of around 106.343 billion euros in the ICT sector

Madrid ranks second amongst the regions creating the most technology-related jobs

236,000 jobs created in the digital sector

They have chosen Madrid as the location for their business:

• ASPY SYSTEM S.L.
• QUALITY OBJECTS S.L.
• OFICINA DE COOPERACION UNIVERSITARIA S.A.
• AUBAY SPAIN SA.
• WISEDAT.
• BUILD2 EDIFICA, S.A.
• ADVANCED MEDIALABS S.L.
• J J G S.L., Engineers and Specialised Professionals

Why set up your ‘Health & Biotech’ business in Madrid? 

A thriving cluster

The Madrid region is home to a major pharmaceutical and biotechnology cluster bringing together companies in the sector, research centres, universities and hospitals. This concentration of stakeholders creates an environment conducive to collaboration, innovation and knowledge-sharing.

The presence of numerous research and development facilities, including leading institutes, laboratories and research centres. The opportunity to collaborate with world-class researchers and gain access to state-of-the-art resources.

Commercial property for ‘Healthcare and Biotech’ companies in Madrid

Numerous technology parks and innovation zones have been specifically designed to accommodate companies in the healthcare and biotech sectors. These sites often feature modern facilities, laboratories and office spaces tailored to the R&D and innovation needs of the sector’s players.

At the same time, co-working spaces and business incubators have been developed to offer flexible solutions and a climate conducive to innovation for young entrepreneurs.

Madrid: a springboard for your business’s growth

As a gateway to the European and global markets, the Madrid region has made this sector a key focus of its development. The region invests heavily in research and development and offers numerous support programmes for businesses in the healthcare and biotechnology sectors: tax incentives, R&D grants, funding opportunities…

Finally, Madrid is home to many renowned universities, particularly in the scientific and medical fields. This ensures you can recruit talent well-suited to your company’s challenges!

Healthcare and Biotech Companies Based in Madrid 

Key figures

• 80% of the world’s largest biomedical and pharmaceutical companies are based in Madrid
• 800 companies of all sizes operate in the healthcare and biotechnology sector
• 50,000 people are employed in the sector; they work across a wide range of fields, from production to marketing
• More than 25,000 students are enrolled on training programmes in the healthcare and biotechnology sectors

They have chosen Madrid as a base for their logistics operations:

• FAMAR,
• TEDEC-MELJi
• LILLY
• PFIZER
• GSK…

Why set up your aerospace business in Madrid?

Global Connectivity

As Spain’s capital, Madrid offers a central and strategic geographical location that supports the growing development of the aerospace industry.

Adolfo Suárez-Madrid Barajas Airport, the fifth-busiest in Europe in terms of passenger numbers (53 million in 2017), is a major hub connecting the EU and Latin America (25% of routes). With an annual capacity of up to 70 million passengers, it facilitates international trade and mobility.

A strategic springboard for the development of businesses in the aerospace sector

Playing a key role as a gateway to European and global aerospace markets, Madrid occupies a strategic position. This is largely due to its investment in research and development and the funding opportunities available to support this crucial sector.

Madrid provides invaluable support to this sector through its extensive infrastructure, including its airport network, specialised technology centres and renowned aerospace events.

Property Spaces Suitable for the Aerospace Sector

In Madrid, dynamic technology hubs have been established to stimulate the development of businesses in the aerospace sector.

These initiatives include Aerospace Innovation Parks, Research Centres and Technology Incubation Zones, offering aerospace professionals environments conducive to their growth in the region. Known as the Instituto Nacional de Técnica Aeroespacial (INTA), this is the public research body specialising in aerospace research and development in Madrid.

Madrid also offers other business premises such as warehouses, commercial premises and available land.

Recruitment potential in aerospace-related professions

Madrid is home to educational institutions such as recognised aviation and engineering colleges, which offer training programmes and accredited qualifications to young people wishing to pursue a career in the aerospace sector.

Notably:

• ETSIAE, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid
• IQS, Universitat Ramon Llull.
• Idep Barcelona
• Campus Stellae Instituto Europeo.

Madrid stands out as Spain’s leading region in terms of industrial turnover (over 65%) and job creation (over 42%). This economic vitality helps to create a favourable environment for the aerospace sector.

Aerospace companies based in Madrid 

• AIRBUS OPERATIONS SL. Spain.
• ACATEC SL. Spain.
• COMPANIA ESPANOLA DE SISTEMAS AERONAUTICOS SA. Spain.
• AERLYPER SA. Spain.
• THALES ALENIA SPACE ESPANA SA. Spain.

Why set up your ‘ENR’ business in Madrid? 

Renewable energy: a national priority

Spain, and by extension the Madrid region, are fully committed to the challenges of the energy transition. With genuine ambitions regarding its energy mix, the region aims to significantly reduce its carbon footprint by cutting greenhouse gas emissions and continuing to develop an ecosystem conducive to clean energy. Benefiting from abundant sunshine, which is ideal for photovoltaic solar energy production, Madrid has also worked hard in recent years to develop other renewable energy sources, such as biomass and geothermal energy, in order to create a rich and diverse ecosystem for entrepreneurs and innovative young business leaders.

Hubs for growth for businesses in the renewable energy sector in Madrid

The Madrid region is home to several clusters and centres of excellence in the energy sector, such as the Centre for Research into Energy, the Environment and Technology (CIEMAT), the Madrid Institute for Advanced Energy Studies (IMDEA Energía) and the Community of Madrid Energy Cluster (CECM), which brings together businesses, research centres and academic institutions with the aim of promoting collaboration and innovation in the energy sector.

At the same time, organisations such as Madrid Network promote cooperation between entrepreneurs and research centres in the energy sector, as well as in many other fields. As part of the European Eureka initiative, the Clean Energy cluster fosters synergies between the various stakeholders in Madrid’s renewable energy sector.

Madrid is training the professionals of tomorrow in the renewable energy sector

At the forefront of the renewable energy sector, the Madrid region can draw on a leading university network to support the development of entrepreneurs working in wind power, photovoltaics and energy storage.

Among the most renowned educational institutions in the field of renewable energy are:

• The Polytechnic University of Madrid (UPM), which offers research and teaching programmes in various fields related to renewable energy, such as solar engineering, wind energy and biomass…
• Carlos III University of Madrid, which focuses on research and engineering education, particularly in fields related to renewable energy.

Renewable energy companies based in Madrid 

They have chosen Madrid as a base for their logistics operations:

• Iberdola,
• Acciona Energía
• Endesa
• Powertis…